Welcome to
STREET2IVY
Whether you dream of launching a business, starting a side hustle, or building career skills, our programs will challenge you to think differently, act boldly, and grow faster than you imagined. We’ll provide a safe space to ask questions, test out new ideas and build a supportive community. You don’t need any prior experience or education – just a positive attitude and a desire to learn. You’ll leave with practical tools, a fresh mindset, and the confidence and support to take action and see results.
INSPIRING TODAY’S YOUTH
Our programs are designed to give aspiring change-makers the tools to develop and market innovative solutions to the problems that they see in their community and beyond.
WITH SUPPORT FROM:
EMPOWER
CREATORS & INNOVATORS
OUR MISSION
Our mission is simple. It is to empower those from diverse backgrounds to leverage their unique value to create innovative solutions to challenging problems.
We provide the information, mentorship, and tools to help students achieve economic empowerment for themselves, their families, and their communities.
We help them move from their personal “Street” (or challenge) to their individual “Ivy” (or goal).
WE BELIEVE
We believe that talent shines in every young person, regardless of background. Ideas, ambition, and grit are universal — yet many face barriers in accessing the networks, tools, and real-world experiences they need to thrive.
We are committed to fostering entrepreneurship and innovative problem-solving skills, connecting individuals to supportive communities and opportunities. Through this, we aim to unlock potential, break down barriers, and create pathways to greater economic opportunity and equity.
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STREET2IVY
About Us
WHO WE ARE
Tavares Brewington, Street2Ivy’s founder, has gained crucial insights through his time as a leader in a number of the world’s largest global companies. Inspired by his improbable journey from the streets of Florida to the Ivy League, Tavares, a Forbes Next 1000 Entrepreneur, and Innovator, founded Street2Ivy to help unlock the entrepreneurial promise for those who have been underestimated and unseen, but whose faith, drive, and work ethic enables them to see beyond their current circumstances to become the next innovator.
