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Thrive On Network BIPOC-led nonprofit supporting communities in building resilient, thriving economies.

We envision humanity functioning within a thriving, sustainable ecosystem — one with nature and each other.

08/03/2026

THRIVE ON! Network is growing our Board of Directors — and we're looking for leaders ready to build with us.

THRIVE ON! Network is a Kingston, NY–based youth-powered community intermediary that shifts economic power to youth, women, and food entrepreneurs — by connecting institutions, government, and capital directly to work happening on the ground.

We're building more than programs — we're building infrastructure. Our long-term vision is for THRIVE ON! to become a self-sustaining community development intermediary that doesn't depend on any single funder to survive. As we grow, we're seeking mission-aligned board members to help shape that future.

We're currently recruiting for the following seats:

*Treasurer — financial oversight and fiscal stewardship
*Compliance Officer — governance and organizational accountability
*Fundraising & Donor Cultivation — development strategy and relationship-building
*Education & Youth Development — insight rooted in serving young people
*Business Development — earned revenue, partnerships, and growth
*Economic Development — community investment, real estate, and capital infrastructure
*General Member — broad commitment to our mission and community

Leaders who share our belief in youth-powered change, economic justice, and community-rooted work: we'd love to connect. You can learn more about our programs at thriveon.network.

If you or someone you know is ready to help shape what's next, comment below, send us a message, or reach out to our Vice President, Candace, directly at [email protected].

Let's build something that lasts — together.

🔥 CHK IGNITE Week One: Building Skills & Building TeamFollowing Orientation, our CHK IGNITE Early Thrivers stepped into ...
06/01/2026

🔥 CHK IGNITE Week One: Building Skills & Building Team

Following Orientation, our CHK IGNITE Early Thrivers stepped into their first official week of lessons — beginning the work of building both practical skills and personal leadership — and the foundation is already taking shape!

🌱 On GROW Day, students were introduced to the “5 C’s” curriculum created by our MSW Intern Katy: Competence, Confidence, Connection, Character, and Caring — five core values that will guide their personal growth throughout the program.

🛠 On BUILD Day, students learned foundational construction skills, including workplace safety, PPE, the anatomy and purpose of hammers and nails, and practicing how to use tools safely and confidently.

🤝 On SHARE Day, the focus shifted from tools to teamwork when early thrivers tackled communication and teamwork challenges that pushed them to collaborate, problem-solve, and reflect on how they support one another.

Through communication challenges, a marshmallow tower-building activity, reflection exercises, and group discussions, students explored what it means to collaborate, lead, and support one another under pressure.

In our IGNITE program, every lesson is connected. We’re not just teaching young people how to build projects — we’re helping them build confidence, relationships, and leadership skills that strengthen community.

The spark keeps growing. 🔥

✨ INTERN SPOTLIGHT: Katy ✨This year, we had the privilege of welcoming our very first SUNY Albany MSW intern through the...
05/29/2026

✨ INTERN SPOTLIGHT: Katy ✨

This year, we had the privilege of welcoming our very first SUNY Albany MSW intern through the Early Thriver Program's Curriculum to Community track. Katy quickly became an invaluable part of the THRIVE ON! team, bringing thoughtfulness, compassion, and a strong social work perspective to everything she touched.

From helping build our IGNITE program for young men with special learning needs to mentoring youth one-on-one, Katy consistently showed up with a genuine commitment to supporting young people and strengthening our community.

Over the course of her internship, Katy contributed to numerous initiatives across our organization. She helped cultivate meaningful relationships with the youth and staff at Children's Home of Kingston, supported the afterschool program at the Kingston Motel, mentored participants YOUTH force cohorts, developed a community needs assessment for Colonial Gardens, and got messy alongside youth in hands-on projects ranging from paper mâché art to cooking in the Early Roots Kitchen.

Behind the scenes, Katy was also a trusted thought partner during strategic planning conversations, helped strengthen partnerships with clinical providers, contributed thoughtful, creative, and meaningful content to the Kingston Digest, and brought practical ideas that improved program flow and youth engagement.

Her impact can be seen not only in the projects she supported but in the relationships she built. The youth trusted her and respected her, which can clearly be seen in the photos as they listened to Katy, followed her lead, and expressed pure joy in her group lessons. Community partners valued her perspective, and our team benefited greatly from her insight and dedication.

Thank you, Katy, for your perspective, your bravery to take on new challenges, your joy, your kindness, and for helping us create opportunities for young people to grow, lead, and thrive. We are so proud of your growth and the incredible opportunities that lie ahead for you. We are excited to see all that you'll accomplish in the future! 💚





🔥 CHK IGNITE Orientation: The Spark is LIT!Before we grow food, build infrastructure, cook meals, and serve the communit...
05/05/2026

🔥 CHK IGNITE Orientation: The Spark is LIT!

Before we grow food, build infrastructure, cook meals, and serve the community - we have to build the team!

Our CHK IGNITE students kicked things off with two powerful orientation days and the energy in the room was great. Students learned what CHK IGNITE is all about and right away we started shaping the culture of the program together.
Through games, conversations, and partner interviews, students shared their goals, interests, and the skills they want to build this year. We talked about leadership, community impact, and what it means to be part of the THRIVE ON! YOUTH Force Track.

But the most important part?

Students helped create the foundation for how we work together.

From respect and safety to how we support each other when the work gets challenging, the group co-created the expectations that will guide the entire program.

The spark has officially been lit!
Next up: the real work begins.

Something powerful is taking root in Downtown Kingston, and you should know about it...Introducing CHK IGNITE — a collab...
04/21/2026

Something powerful is taking root in Downtown Kingston, and you should know about it...

Introducing CHK IGNITE — a collaboration between THRIVE ON! Network and the Children’s Home of Kingston, designed to connect youth to community, to land, and to leadership.

This isn’t just a program! It’s hands-on food systems work rooted in real community impact and generational change.

Over the course of this year, CHK students will meet THRIVE ON! 4 times each week to learn employable life skills through community service work under the following themes:

🍳 COOK — build culinary skills and nutrition literacy through preparing meals for food-insecure families
🌱 GROW — cultivate food and leadership in rhythm with the Hudson Valley seasons through gardening and personal development workshops
🛠 BUILD — learn employable life skills through constructing the infrastructure that makes sustainable growing possible
🤝 SHARE — distribute food, advocate, and strengthen community partnerships

From soil preparation to harvest to food distribution, IGNITE puts young people at the center of community change, igniting their passion and shaping their character through exploration, confidence, competence, connection, and care.

We’re not just teaching skills, we’re cultivating future leaders who understand that food, land, and community are deeply connected.

And you know what - this is just the beginning. (So stay tuned 😊)

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369 Washington Avenue, First Floor
Kingston, NY
12401

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