THE MISSION IS TWO-FOLD.

COMMUNITY EVENT ORGANIZING: Charlotte Thrives promotes, organizes, and facilitates events that foster connection and transformation within the Charlotte community.  Using nature and the arts as modalities to bring neighbors together, we host events designed to create a sense of belonging, joy, and wonder.

DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING: We also empower organizations, local businesses, non-profits, community champions and artists by documenting their unique stories. Through the art of film, Our goal is to shine the spotlight on folks in our community that are prioritizing people over profit and creating community-based models that prioritize sustainability, equity, and inclusion. Be on the lookout for screenings showcasing documentary shorts this year.

Charlotte Thrives hosts events such as:

The work is is guided by the following questions:

What makes the Charlotte community a place where everyone can thrive?

How does your work or your organization’s work strengthen the Charlotte community?

Why is it important to document your event or your work?

How can we make your narrative powerful and meaningful to the audience you are trying to reach?

Why does your story matter and how can we bring it to life?