Levine Impact Lab

✨ In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting some of the inspiring women leaders within our LIL community. Today, we’re proud to feature Stacey Vigallon, Executive Director, and Emily Cobar, Community Programs Director at Nature Nexus Institute (NNI), both members of the LIL cohort. Through their work, Stacey and Emily help connect people with nature and create opportunities for meaningful experiences outdoors. NNI works to foster positive relationships with nature by addressing fears and stigmas and encouraging engagement through hands-on practices that blend science and art. Reflecting on what motivates her, Stacey shares, “Every day in this job I get to learn from and be inspired by the amazing human and ecological communities at work in the city of Los Angeles.” Emily adds, “I love sharing my passion for nature with the community where I grew up. I’m grateful to work alongside people who care deeply about protecting plants and wildlife in our local parks.” #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInLeadership #CommunityImpact #EnvironmentalLeadership #NatureConnection #EnvironmentalEducation

Earth Month is around the corner! If you're in the Hampton, GA area, take advantage of this FREE event co-hosted by one of our amazing grant partners. It's a fantastic opportunity to come together and celebrate our planet 🌎

✨ In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting some of the inspiring women leaders within our LIL community. Today, we’re proud to spotlight Elyse Hochstadt, Executive Director of Spokane Zero Waste (SZW) and member of the LIL cohort. Elyse leads initiatives that promote circularity and education around zero-waste solutions. Through its programs, SZW helps build the knowledge, skills, and systems needed for a thriving, waste-free community. Reflecting on SZW’s Mend-It Café, Elyse shares, "Mending is much more than an activity, mending is a mind-set. When you understand that things can and should be repaired it changes the lens through which you view the world and your relationship to it." #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInSustainability #ZeroWaste #CircularEconomy #WasteFreeCommunity #MendItCafe #CommunityInnovation

✨ In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting some of the inspiring women leaders within our LIL community. Today, we’re proud to spotlight LIL cohort member Kirsten Hutchings, Co-Founder of The Blue Urban Project (BUP) in St. Petersburg, FL. Kirsten champions the effort to unite urban sustainability and marine conservation, creating spaces where people and nature thrive together. Founded by veterans, BUP works to advance blue urbanism by connecting people, cities, and marine ecosystems to build resilient communities that are healthier, safer, and more sustainable. Reflecting on what motivates her, Kirsten says, "I'm driven by the saying, 'Well-behaved women seldom make history,' because real change only happens when communities speak up. For me, that voice is for a healthy natural environment and the people who depend on it so we can build something better, more resilient, and more equal for the next generation." #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInSustainability #BlueUrbanism #ResilientCommunities #UrbanSustainability #MarineConservation

✨ In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting some of the inspiring women leaders within our LIL community. Today, we’re proud to feature Michaela Savage, Director of Administration at Re-use Hawai‘i and a member of the LIL cohort. Michaela leads efforts to transform Hawaiʻi’s waste into reusable materials and sustainable green jobs. Re-use Hawaiʻi is a nonprofit dedicated to giving both people and materials a second chance through deconstruction, reuse, and inclusive employment opportunities. Reflecting on what motivates her, Michaela shares, “Being part of Re-use Hawaiʻi means combining environmental impact with human impact. The constant learning and daily variety remind me that this work truly matters.” #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInLeadership #WomenInSustainability #GreenJobs #ReuseHawaii #Deconstruction #CircularEconomy

🌟 We’re delighted to shine a spotlight on one of our new grant partners in the fundraising track - Ready for Good! Based in Kansas, Ready for Good is dedicated to supporting youth transitioning to adulthood who have experienced the foster care or juvenile justice systems. Through jobs, training, mentorship, and wrap-around services, they help young people build the skills and confidence needed to thrive in adulthood, in the workplace, and in life. 💼🌱 With a strong focus on paid work experience and life-skills development, Ready for Good is investing in brighter futures and stronger communities. Their work is a true example of empowerment and opportunity in action. #YouthEmpowerment #WorkforceDevelopment #Mentorship #CommunityImpact #OpportunityForAll #NonprofitPartnership #GrantPartners

🥕 We’re pleased to introduce another one of our new grant partners in the fundraising track - Food to Power! Based in Colorado Springs, Food to Power began with a simple, powerful idea: reduce food waste while increasing food access. Over time, that mission blossomed into what they call an “organism with a mission,” a dynamic network of programs working together to build a healthy, equitable food system for the entire community. 🌽🌎 Driven by the belief that food is a vital source of everyone’s power to thrive, Food to Power is transforming every aspect of our food system into one of equity, sustainability, and “co-powerment.” We’re proud to support their journey, from food, to power. #FoodJustice #CommunityImpact #Equity #Sustainability #FoodAccess #ColoradoSprings #NonprofitLeadership #GrantPartners

LIL’s 2025 Impact Report is here! As we celebrate LIL’s three year anniversary, we’re excited to share the achievements our grant partners made over the past year. As we continue to grow, celebrating our collective impact while staying transparent about our progress remains central to the community we’re building together. 🌱 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eqnvDGNW #2025annualreport #community #impact #sustainability #grantpartners

🎉 This Black History Month, we celebrate the trailblazers and changemakers driving progress, sustainability, and equity in our communities. 🐝 Today, we are proud to highlight Timothy Jackson and Nicole Lindsey, co-executive directors of Detroit Hives and LIL cohort members. Timothy and Nicole are leaders in transforming how we think about urban spaces, environmental justice, and community wellness. Detroit Hives educates communities on the importance of pollinators, while also turning vacant lots into educational green spaces that create social, environmental, and financial impact for both people and pollinators within underserved communities. 🌻 By reimagining neglected spaces as hubs for learning, biodiversity, and economic opportunity, Detroit Hives is helping communities thrive while protecting the pollinators that help sustain our food systems and our future. #BlackHistoryMonth #EnvironmentalJustice #CommunityImpact #UrbanFarming #Leadership

🌍 We’re excited to highlight another new grant partner in the fundraising track — Earth Matter NY! Based in New York City, Earth Matter is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit leading the way in the art, science, and practice of composting. ♻️ Through innovative programs and partnerships, they collect and process food and landscape waste from NYC residents, as well as from Governors Island partners and visitors, turning waste into resources that help build a more sustainable city. 🌱 Their commitment to education, community engagement, and environmental stewardship makes them a vital force for a greener, cleaner New York. #Sustainability #Composting #CircularEconomy #EnvironmentalJustice #CommunityImpact #GreenNYC #NonprofitPartnership #GrantPartners