Tom Tom Foundation

We are excited to announce our partnership with?Tom Tom Foundation?this year! At United Way, our mission is to connect our community around the programs, resources, and ideas that help children and families thrive. And since it started, Tom Tom has been a powerful platform that empowers those very ideas to take shape. That is why we are collaborating to bring its inaugural Civic Futures convening to life this year! Save the date–April 16! Tickets are $125 until April 10, with pay-what-you-can options available as well! Find more info on the lineup and ticketing at https://lnkd.in/ew3cNuje. We hope to see you and hear your perspective at a Civic Futures panel/session this year!

I'm attending the Tom Tom Foundation's EVOLVE Conference! Woo! Also on the Steering Committee and helping facilitate some reflective jail tours for it. Join me beginning on April 16.

Take a look at the latest news for the upcoming 13th annual Tom Tom Festival April 16-20 in Charlottesville, VA. You don't want to miss this! "This April 16-20, join us for a Festival dedicated to innovating communities and shaping a shared future. Our 2025 theme, EVOLVE, explores how we — as individuals, communities, organizations, and societies — adapt to change and grow into something new. Harnessing hope, creativity, and determination, we turn challenging circumstances into strength and resilience.?This April, co-create a celebration of music, art, and ideas, and become part of a community of change-makers who aren’t just reacting to the past but who are dreaming the future." Tom Tom Foundation #tomtomfestival

One Month Until Tom Tom Festival! ???? The 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival is almost here! From April 16-20, we’ll come together to explore new ways to think, live, and lead through music, art, and ideas. ?? This year’s theme, EVOLVE, challenges us to adapt, innovate, and turn challenges into opportunities. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, artist, or community leader, this is your chance to connect, collaborate, and shape the future. ?? Ticket prices increase April 10—secure yours today! https://lnkd.in/eYZbx-Hm #TomTomFestival #EVOLVE #MusicArtIdeas #Charlottesville

??Ready to evolve the way we think, live, and lead? Join us at the EVOLVE Conference to explore the latest trends and innovations in technology, business, society, and wellness. Connect with changemakers and visionary leaders. Tom Tom Foundation Secure your tickets now: https://lnkd.in/egwGpn-k

?? Final Call! Applications Close TODAY! ?? Virginia’s most innovative startups will take the stage at the EVOLVE Conference during the 13th Annual Tom Tom Festival—is yours one of them? ?? April 17-18 | Charlottesville, VA ?? Virginia’s Most Innovative Startups? ?? Virginia’s Clean Energy Innovators (w/ Dominion Energy Innovation Center)? ?? Charlottesville’s Most Innovative Startups (w/ 434 Accelerator)? This is your last chance to apply and be part of this game-changing event. Deadline: Midnight, March 11! ? ? https://lnkd.in/e7wNgWVP #EVOLVEConference #TomTomFestival #VirginiaStartups #Innovation

PORCHELLA is back at this year's #TomTomFestival! ?? On Sunday, April 20, experience the magic of free acoustic front porch concerts and jam sessions in the heart of Belmont! From funk to folk, local musicians will bring the neighborhood to life, closing out the festival with pure community vibes. ?? Want to host a porch or perform? ?? Apply now at https://lnkd.in/eKGcEZbJ ?? Eze Amos #Porchella #LiveMusic #Charlottesville #CvilleEvents #Belmont

? Last chance! Early Bird prices for the EVOLVE Conference end TONIGHT at midnight! This is more than a conference—it’s a call to rethink how we live, work, and lead. Four powerful tracks—Civic Futures, Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Society & Wellness—bring together visionaries, changemakers, and innovators to shape what’s next. Don't miss your chance to save before prices go up! Get your ticket now: https://lnkd.in/eD9rjaGv

?? Last chance! Early-bird prices end TOMORROW, March 7! ?? The EVOLVE Conference is where bold ideas meet real impact. Four tracks—Civic Futures, Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Society & Wellness—designed to spark innovation, collaboration, and change. Don't wait—lock in your ticket now before prices go up! ? https://lnkd.in/eD9rjaGv #TomTomFestival #EVOLVEConference #Charlottesville

Technology is evolving—but how do we ensure it’s a force for good? The Technology Track at the EVOLVE Conference on Thursday, April 17, presented with UVA Health, brings together innovators, founders, and thought leaders to explore how AI, biotech, renewables, and more can drive meaningful progress. ? From cutting-edge breakthroughs to real-world impact, this track highlights the tech shaping our future—plus, local founders take the stage in pitch sessions and spotlights. Topics include: Biotechnology, AI & Data, Healthcare, Renewables & Climate, and the Energy Showcase. Early Bird tickets end March 7! ? https://lnkd.in/eeceVzX4 *All conference tracks offer a Pay-What-You-Can scholarship option for those in need. #TomTomFestival #TechnologyForGood #Charlottesville