NBA Social Entrepreneurship Program
2023 SENT Cohort
The SENT Cohort was created to enhance relationships, support, and provide education for social entrepreneurs as they launch and grow their new social service organizations. Cohort members have attended an NBA SENT Seminar and demonstrated an interest and willingness to work with NBA’s Social Entrepreneurship team on a deeper level.
Nadia Tavera
AGAPE Project believes queer asylum seekers deserve a safe space where they can be who they are and get the support they need. The organization provides companionship, financial support, and resources for legal aid.
Sponsoring Congregation: Plymouth United Christian Church
Ecumenical Partner: United Church of Christ
Diego Galvis
AGAPE Project believes queer asylum seekers deserve a safe space where they can be who they are and get the support they need. The organization provides companionship, financial support, and resources for legal aid.
Sponsoring Congregation: Plymouth United Christian Church
Ecumenical Partner: United Church of Christ
Rev. Whittney-Marie Ijanaten
Los Angeles, CA—Come As You Collective is a nonprofit organization with a mission to accompany and resource the Queer and BIPOC communities with accessible and low-to-no-cost Spiritual Direction and Licensed Mental Health Services. We collaborate across specialties to curate an affirming, just, and welcoming space that leans in toward what you hold sacred and we care from there.
Disciples Region: Pacific Southwest
Myron Goins
As a military veteran, Myron Goins understands what’s needed for those who leave the military after their service. Helping Hands Center of Hope helps veterans get acclimated back into society after leaving the military.
Disciples Region: Southwest
Rev. Dr. Anthony Everett
The Center for Prophetic Activism is a faith-based social justice enterprise that focuses on bringing together faith communities, activists, organizers, and others to bring forth transformation in communities.
Ecumenical Partner: United Methodist
Rev. Cherisna Jean Marie
The Co-Conspirator Firm seeks to eradicate white supremacy culture using a community ethos where people are transformed so they might transform systems.
Disciples Region: Tennessee
Sandy Houston
The TRAC gives access to high-energy exciting activities for adolescent boys who have interests that fall outside of sports and entertainment.
Disciples Region: Atlantic Northeast Region
Lessie Johnson
The Glam Academy is a six-week program that promotes healing and resiliency in women who have experienced trauma using pastoral care and therapeutic interventions.
Disciples Region: Georgia
Kinsie Tate
Restore Clergy seeks to improve the mental health and wellness of the clergy population and address burnout.
Disciples Region: Pacific Southwest
Sophia Barnett
Making a Child Change Foundation is setting out to improve the outcomes of African American children and families in poverty.
Disciples Region: Michigan
LaSheena Williams
Sheen Creations is an arena where the world heals when underrepresented life artists play, polish, and present their talents and stories. It provides creative opportunities and experiences for children and adolescents.
Disciples Region: Illinois & Wisconsin
