Our Program Model
Our integrated methodology emphasizes collaborative, systems-level interventions that build community capacity and support sustainable economic transformation, recognizing that lasting change requires more than isolated efforts. Our approach invests in individual capacity (SCALE Fellowship, INTERVALS, PEER Fellowship, Transformative Leader), organizational sustainability (INTERVALS, Full Circle), and institutional and ecosystem infrastructure (EIC Institute).
A Systems-Level Approach to Economic Transformation
This approach requires diverse stakeholders across sectors to work collaboratively toward shared economic opportunity and advancement goals. Rather than addressing a single gap, we strengthen the interconnected elements research shows are essential for regions in transition: leadership talent, viable businesses, effective support organizations, and collaborative networks.
The Equity | Impact Center programs and services are designed and implemented under two strategic priorities:
- Equity-Centered: data-informed programs and services designed to directly address the systemic inequities in our community.
- Impact-Driven: programs and services designed to support and sustain existing efforts that address systemic inequities in our community.
“As a therapist, before I hid behind the work. Now I not only stand with the work but stand beside the work saying “this work matters!” The Equity Impact Center helped me learn to be confident in the work I provide.”
Program Participant
The Social Impact Fellowship
Supports equity-centered leaders through structured learning and peer connection. Fellows build leadership capacity and cross-sector relationships to advance lasting social impact.
The Transformative Leader Program
Strengthens the leadership practice of equity-centered professionals navigating complex organizational and systems change. Participants build clarity, confidence, and capacity to lead with purpose, resilience, and impact.
The SCALE Fellowship
Supports equity-centered entrepreneurs as they strengthen their leadership, grow viable ventures, and navigate complex ecosystems. Fellows build capacity, connections, and strategic clarity to advance sustainable economic opportunity.
The Creative in Residence Program
Partners artists and creative practitioners with organizations and communities to advance equity-centered storytelling, strategy, and systems change. Residencies embed creative practice into real-world challenges to deepen engagement and expand impact.
The Full Circle Nonprofit Accelerator
Strengthens equity-centered nonprofit organizations by building strategic, financial, and operational capacity. The program supports leaders and teams as they stabilize, adapt, and grow for long-term sustainability.
INTERVALS
Supports equity-centered organizations and leaders through structured learning, peer exchange, and applied practice. The program strengthens organizational capacity and collaboration to advance sustainable impact.
The Equity Impact Center Institute
Advances research, learning, and field-building to strengthen equity-centered systems change. The Institute generates insights, tools, and shared understanding that inform practice and guide ecosystem-level impact.
