Seasoned Evolution Center

11/07/2024

11/07/2024

🦋 For the past four years, Seasoned Gives has been transforming what it means to be in community in the Hudson Valley. We believe that every one of our friends, sponsors, partners and allies is a vital partner in our mission, and together, we can reimagine community.

🌍 As we navigate unique challenges inherent to grassroots organizations and witness exciting expansion of our programs, we’ve made the heartfelt decision to reschedule our Annual Glow & Grow Gala to Spring 2025.

📅 Save the Date: May 3, 2025!
🔗 Visit seasonedgives.org to learn more and see how you can support our upcoming Gala Fundraising efforts.

🎶 The additional time we will be using to raise sustainable funding and ticket sales to support our programming as well as to build the extraordinary experience that is unique to our Seasoned Made events, filled with music, art, and storytelling that truly reflects the rooted connection felt within our community.

🌱 Our sustainability will depend on your reciprocity in the months and years to come. We invite you to join us in elevating our mission and spreading the word about our work.

📢 Interested in getting involved with Seasoned Gives? We are building exciting volunteer opportunities that we are excited to share. Stay tuned for details but meanwhile…

📲 Share on your platforms and stories,
💌 Send notes to friends and family,
🤝 Become a part of our grassroots companion coalition of support and discover where you can be of service within our ecosystem.

11/05/2024

V - Vitality 🌱: The energy and life force found in nature here in the Seasoned Gives Community (and also within). Maintaining the delicate balance that is needed in changing and challenging times for our community.

O - Oneness 🌍: The interconnectedness of all of us with each other and our environment. Having access to and also sharing resources and growing in our abilities to manage and maintain our dignity and sovereignty.

T - Transformation 🔄: Learning and growing from our collective experience. Making impactful changes within and throughout each and every one of us, by sharing, communicating, learning, and storytelling leading to positive outcomes now and into the future of our evolutionary community.

E - Empower 💪: Enabling individuals to grow and empower themselves through resources, knowledge, engagement, and connection and support within our community.

11/04/2024

🌟 There's still time to join us for the Seasoned Gives 3rd Annual Glow & Grow Gala! What more can we say to get you to be a part of this moment... be there or be....

📅 When: November 9 from 6-10pm
📍 Where: Oz Farm, 280 Malden Tpke, Saugerties, NY
🎟️ Get your tickets: www.seasonedgives.org/2024-seasoned-gives-glow-grow-gala

11/03/2024

🎶 Hold the space with us, and witness these incredible voices and the invaluable contributions they make to our thriving community!

🎉 Join us at the gala
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring friends, family, and loved ones
🎟️ Buy a ticket for someone else
🎁 Donate a Giveaway
🤝 Become a sponsor
🙌 Volunteer
🌱 Build Relationships
🌟 Be Inspired and Grow
📣 AND SHARE!!!

📅 When: Saturday, November 9 from 6-10pm
📍 Where: Oz Farm, 280 Malden Tpke, Saugerties, NY
🎟️ Tickets and more information at seasonedgives.org

10/31/2024

🌟 You contribution to the Gala supports our many economic, workforce and community development programs 🌟

🌍 At Seasoned Gives, we are building a robust ecosystem of supportive events, programs, and services that impacts each and every member of our community, young and old.

🌱 With partners throughout the Hudson Valley, we’ve chartered numerous programs, events, and drives that continue to grow and develop throughout each calendar year, both in our Evolution Center and also on the ground.

📈 We are constantly growing and improving our platform and its offerings to establish sustainable support, development, learning, and growth that touches every aspect of our community.

🌈 These are just a few of the overarching programs we deliver that provide learning, training, resources, mentorship, advice, opportunities, support, and community:

🤝 Whether you are a developing entrepreneur, business owner building your business, or want support or learning around well-being, generational wealth through financial literacy, there is a program here at Seasoned Gives that takes into account the direct needs of every member of our BIPOC Community.

🌿 Cannabis Consortium
🚀 Entrepreneurship
💰 Financial Literacy
💃🏿 Women's Empowerment
👷🏿‍♂️ Workforce Development
❤️ Support Your Neighbor
💪🏿 Men Locking Arms

🌐 It's not to late to join us at the Gala or contribute to our community programs visit the link in our bio or seasonedgives.org for more information.

10/30/2024

🌟 We are beyond honored to present Katie Nelson of Bank of America with this year’s Champion Award!

🤝 Katie’s dedication to fostering financial equity and empowering marginalized communities sets a shining example for how to use her platform to invest in others and positions her a a true champion to our communities.

❤️ Her impact is sincerely felt throughout our community. Please join us in celebrating Katie’s achievements at the 3rd Annual Seasoned Gives Glow & Grow Gala!

📅 When: Saturday, November 9 from 6-10pm
📍 Where: Oz Farm, 280 Malden Tpke, Saugerties, NY
🎟️ Tickets and more information at bit.ly/seasonedgivesglowandgrow!

10/29/2024

🏆 We are so proud to present this year’s Impact Award to Honoree Kevin Lynch from Economic Development Ulster County.

💼 Kevin's contributions to economic development have created lasting opportunities for growth and empowerment in underserved communities throughout Ulster County.

🌟 We can't wait to honor Kevin’s significant achievements within our community at the 3rd Annual Seasoned Gives Glow & Grow Gala!

📅 When: Saturday, November 9 from 6-10pm
📍 Where: Oz Farm, 280 Malden Tpke, Saugerties, NY
🎟️ Tickets and more information at bit.ly/seasonedgivesglowandgrow!

10/29/2024

🌍 Leading Change: Christine Hutchinson 🌍

🏆 We are thrilled to present this year’s Community Leadership Award to Christine Hutchinson of NEFOC & Our Core.

🏢 The presence of Christine’s leadership has had a transformative impact in empowering youth, BIPOC farmers, and advocating for land access in our region.

🌳 Please join us in honoring Christine’s extraordinary leadership at the 3rd Annual Seasoned Gives Glow & Grow Gala!

📅 When: Saturday, November 9 from 6-10pm
📍 Where: Oz Farm, 280 Malden Tpke, Saugerties, NY
🎟️ Tickets and more information at bit.ly/seasonedgivesglowandgrow!

10/28/2024

🌟 The time is now to make a difference IRL where it counts! Hear Our Call! 🌟

🎁 The Gala is not only about fundraising—if you’ve never experienced the Seasoned Gives Community or our events, you’ll find out, that we are primarily about community, which means building relationships and sowing the seeds of mutual support that helps our diverse community to grow and thrive now and into the future.

🌍 Your support contributes to Seasoned Gives community programs, which aim to help our community become self-sustaining, resilient, and supported. If you can't be with us or do not have the financial means to come, there are other ways to show up and support!

🎶 Hold the space with us, and witness these incredible voices and the invaluable contributions they make to our thriving community!

🎊 Dance, Revel, Break bread, Listen, Elevate, Activate & Be Inspired!

🎉 Join us at the gala
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring friends, family, and loved ones
🎟️ Buy a ticket for someone else
🎁 Donate a Giveaway
🤝 Become a sponsor
🙌 Volunteer
🌱 Build Relationships
🌟 Be Inspired and Grow
📣 AND SHARE!!!

✨ Together, we celebrate the power of connection and the beauty of diverse experiences, creating a tapestry of inspiration that uplifts us all. Be with us at the Glow & Grow Gala on November 9, 2024!

📅 When: Saturday, November 9 from 6-10pm
📍 Where: Oz Farm, 280 Malden Tpke, Saugerties, NY
🎟️ Tickets - https://www.seasonedgives.org/2024-seasoned-gives-glow-grow-gala

10/27/2024

🔥 Trailblazing the Way: Nicole N'diaye 🌿

It’s our distinct honor to present this year’s Trailblazer Award to Nicole N'diaye, the powerhouse behind Bossie Buds!
🌱 Nicole holds the first AUCC cannabis license given to a black woman. She is an advocate for social equity in both agriculture and the cannabis industry.

🌳 Join us to celebrate Nicole’s extraordinary trailblazing impact at the 3rd Annual Seasoned Gives Glow & Grow Gala on November 9, 2024!

📅 When: Saturday, November 9 from 6-10pm
📍 Where: Oz Farm, 280 Malden Tpke, Saugerties, NY
🎟️ Tickets - https://www.seasonedgives.org/2024-seasoned-gives-glow-grow-gala

10/26/2024

🌟 Our Gala supports many of our robust programs 🌟

🌍 At Seasoned Gives, we are building a robust ecosystem of supportive events, programs, and services that impacts each and every member of our community, young and old.

🌱 With partners throughout the Hudson Valley, we’ve chartered numerous programs, events, and drives that continue to grow and develop throughout each calendar year, both in our Evolution Center and also on the ground.

📈 We are constantly growing and improving our platform and its offerings to establish sustainable support, development, learning, and growth that touches every aspect of our community.

🌈 These are just a few of the overarching programs we deliver that provide learning, training, resources, mentorship, advice, opportunities, support, and community:

🤝Whether you are a developing entrepreneur, business owner building your business, or want support or learning around well-being, generational wealth through financial literacy, there is a program here at Seasoned Gives that takes into account the direct needs of every member of our BIPOC Community.

🌿 Cannabis Consortium
🚀 Entrepreneurship
💰 Financial Literacy
💃🏿 Women's Empowerment
👷🏿‍♂️ Workforce Development
❤️ Support Your Neighbor
💪🏿 Men Locking Arms

🌐 Learn more about our programs at the link in our Bio or by visiting our website at seasonedgives.org.

10/26/2024

🌟 Please join us in honoring Tony Gaddy from the Upstate Black Chamber of Commerce for his tireless advocacy and dedication to advancing economic empowerment for Black-owned businesses throughout our beloved Hudson Valley Communities

🏆Tony will be this year’s honoree for the Seasoned Gives Community Advocate Award!

🎉Please join us in celebrating the outstanding leadership and commitment that Tony continuously makes with Seasoned Gives.

Tony truly deserves a HUGE SHOUTOUT. 🌟

📅 When: Saturday, November 9 from 6-10pm
📍 Where: Oz Farm, 280 Malden Tpke, Saugerties, NY
🎟️ Tickets - https://www.seasonedgives.org/2024-seasoned-gives-glow-grow-gala

10/25/2024

🌟 Hear the Voices of Experience and Wisdom in Our Community! 🌟

The members of the Seasoned Gives community are a true wealth of generational wisdom, knowledge, culture, inspiration, creativity, and collective healing. 🌱✨

Hear the stories that have enriched and informed our collective journey. And leave with some wisdom you can take with you., so that wee can learn, grow, and support one another. 🤝💖

Together, we celebrate the power of connection and the beauty of diverse experiences, creating a tapestry of inspiration that uplifts us all.

Join us in holding space these incredible voices and the invaluable contributions they make to our thriving community! 🎉🌈

🎊 Dance, Revel, Break bread, Listen, Elevate, Activate & Be Inspired!

📅 When: Saturday, November 9 from 6-10pm
📍 Where: Oz Farm, 280 Malden Tpke, Saugerties, NY
🎟️ Tickets - https://www.seasonedgives.org/2024-seasoned-gives-glow-grow-gala

10/24/2024

Gather:
🌳 Stand with us and honor the many Outstanding Leaders who have supported us this year and beyond.

Celebrate:
🎊 Dance, Revel, Break bread, Listen, Elevate, Activate & Be Inspired!

Connect:
🌱 Become an essential branch in the ever growing tree of Our Collective.

What are you most excited about for this year's Glow & Grow Gala? Let us know in the comments! 👇

🌟Please join us for the Seasoned Gives 3rd Annual Glow & Grow Gala 🌟

📅 When: Saturday, November 9 from 6-10pm
📍 Where: Oz Farm, 280 Malden Tpke, Saugerties, NY
🎟️ Tickets - https://www.seasonedgives.org/2024-seasoned-gives-glow-grow-gala

10/18/2024

Event Highlights – What to Expect
*"What makes the Glow & Grow Gala so special? 🤩 Here’s what you can expect on November 9th:

🌟 Honoree Awards Ceremony: We’ll be recognizing individuals who have made a significant impact in our community.
🎶 Live Entertainment: Prepare to be wowed by some incredible performances throughout the night.
🤝 Networking Opportunities: Connect with local leaders, business owners, and changemakers passionate about making a difference.
🍽️ Delicious Dinner: Enjoy a gourmet meal while soaking in the evening’s festivities.
🎁 Silent Auction & Raffles: Help support our mission by participating in our auction featuring exciting items and experiences!
Get ready for an inspiring night celebrating empowerment, equity, and growth. Can't wait to see you there!"*

"Have you secured your ticket yet? 🎟️ Visit https://www.seasonedgives.org/2024-seasoned-gives-glow-grow-gala to RSVP! "

10/14/2024

Gala Kickoff
We're excited to announce the upcoming Seasoned Gives Glow & Grow Gala on November 9, 2024! 🎉 This will be an unforgettable evening filled with celebration, inspiration, and recognition of our community leaders and advocates. 🌟

Join us as we honor some incredible changemakers and uplift the values of equity, empowerment, and growth. Get ready for an evening of networking, entertainment, and celebrating impact!

Mark your calendars – this is a night you won't want to miss!

"RSVP today https://www.seasonedgives.org/2024-seasoned-gives-glow-grow-gala and stay tuned as we reveal our honorees and special details over the next few weeks!