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Inspiration and Resources for Change Makers
At Access Ventures, we believe our impact will reach only as far as the stories we tell.
We view storytelling as a critical amplifier of our work and the work of our partners, without which we cannot realize our mission.
Explore some of these stories below, and let us know what you think.
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We view storytelling as a powerful way to spark change, exchange ideas, and build empathy. We are currently producing two podcasts that serve as a critical amplifier of our work and the work of our partners.
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We continually share learnings and best practices that advance our collective mission of human flourishing.
Held Back By The Social Support System
Organizations like Leap Fund advocate for transparency and education, enabling workers to make informed decisions based on their unique circumstances.
Corporate Rest
Drawing from experiences in the military and manufacturing, AV founder Bryce Butler created a "corporate rest" policy, closing the office twice a year for complete disconnection, which has boosted team productivity and morale by allowing everyone to return to work refreshed and ready for new challenges.
Team Trips
Incorporating various types of team trips, including learning, team building, rest, and strategic planning, Access Ventures emphasizes the importance of shared experiences to strengthen team culture, foster unity, and boost overall productivity through well-planned and immersive activities.
Defining Your Values
This post outlines the process Access Ventures undertook to redefine their core values, emphasizing the importance of collaboratively assessing and refining these values to ensure they reflect the personal principles of the team members and guide the organization’s mission and vision effectively.
MobileServe: Helping Volunteers Tell Their Story
MobileServe is a company dedicated to streamlining volunteer tracking and fostering service-oriented company culture, which Access Ventures has supported through investment, aligning financial returns with social impact by enabling users to log over 3 million service hours with an economic impact of more than $79 million.
Celebrating Art in Community
The VSCO Voices program, supported by Access Ventures, grants artists $200,000 to create projects that amplify underrepresented stories, highlighting how art can spark dialogue, challenge stereotypes, and empower marginalized communities by showcasing and celebrating their voices through local events.
VSCO Voices – Cori Corinne
In this interview, Cori Corinne, a graphic designer and VSCO Voices grant recipient, discusses her project Dress. Code., an interactive photography exhibit exploring how women and non-binary individuals face double standards in workplace attire.
VSCO Voices – Dave Kasnic
This post introduces Dave Kasnic, a VSCO Voices grant recipient, and discusses his photography project focused on documenting the life of Pastor Martha Freeman and her community in Milwaukee, exploring themes of identity, belonging, and faith.