Gray Matter: The space for Young Black Innovation

Thank you to @carmeloanthony @DwyaneWade , @CP3 and @Socialchangefnd for their valuable support in furthering our efforts of creating a positive impact on young Black youth through entrepreneurship, economic equity, and experiential learning. essence.com/news/money-car…

Are you ready to witness innovation, creativity & the future of business? Join us at Pitch Black on Aug 8th for an evening that celebrates young entrepreneurial talent! Mark your calendars! bit.ly/TGMEPitchBlack

We were awarded a multi-year grant from the Social Change Fund United to support us in empowering the next generation of business leaders and changemakers! Thank you to @socialchangefnd for your support in helping us continue to impact young Black people through entrepreneurship!

We hosted a #wellness event in partnership with @Jumpman23 to remind our Gamechangers about the importance of taking time for their mental wellbeing, especially while balancing school & entrepreneurship. Each Girl went home with an exclusive pair of Jordan 4's!

We're looking forward to @refinecltv Juneteenth Freedom Market at Salt Shed! This will be an all ages celebration of Black creativity & entrepreneurship w/ a market of over 50 Black-owned biz. Donate to support our mission to empower young entrepreneurs! bit.ly/3KliFDd

Are you a visionary aged 18-24 with a side hustle you want to turn into a full-fledged business? Our 8-week virtual Hustle Hacks program is the stepping stone you need! Apply today graymatterexperience.com/hustlehacks #HUSTLE #TGME

Are you ready to take your side hustle to the next level? Hustle Hacks is an 8-week virtual cohort program designed specifically for entrepreneurs 18-24 who are ready to transform their passion into a successful business. Apply Now graymatterexperience.com/hustlehacks

We are honored to have received the 2024 Chicago Nonprofit Award by the Chicago Culture Ball. This recognition is not just a testament to our commitment to Chicago youth but also a milestone that we are truly proud of and to be acknowledged was truly an honor!

Attention high school students with a vision! 💡 Are you ready to transform your business ideas into reality? Our program is a dynamic blend of brainstorming sessions, interactive workshops, mentorship, and even field trips. APPLY TODAY at l8r.it/UCnT

The Gamechanger Award recognizes those who have boldly challenged the status quo, transformed industries and inspired positive change. This year's Gamechanger Award goes to Dion Dawson founder of @DChicagoDream graymatterexperience.com/untapped

The UNTAPPED award is given to recognize an outstanding Gray Matter alumni who truly embodies the core values & overarching mission of Gray Matter. It is with great pleasure that we announce the recipient of this year's UNTAPPED Award, Yahriel Walton graymatterexperience.com/untapped

We are thrilled to announce the recipient of our Community Commitment Award! 🏆 @WorldBizChicago This award honors a remarkable company that has consistently demonstrated unwavering dedication and devotion to supporting and uplifting organizations! graymatterexperience.com/untapped

This year's recipient of the Corporate Leadership Award is @chicagobulls whose community investment has created a ripple effect of change in our communities. Join us on Nov 2nd to celebrate the impact that they are making in our community. graymatterexperience.com/untapped

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You don't want to miss a moment like this, grab your early bird tickets today through September 29th to celebrate Black youth entrepreneurship with us! graymatterexperience.com/untapped

Purchase your Early Bird Tix to UNTAPPED today to support our mission to empower the next generation of Black leaders and entrepreneurs! graymatterexperience.com/untapped

Gray Matter Alumni Caleb Dunson, Cohort 3 and Class of 2024 at Yale University wrote an opinion article "What We've Lost" for Yale Daily News on the recent ruling on Affirmative Action. Read the full article here yaledailynews.com/blog/2023/07/0… #TGMEAlumni #GMEchanger

Today is the last day to apply for our fall program for aspiring teen entrepreneurs! IDEATE offers a dynamic blend of brainstorming sessions, interactive workshops, mentorship, and field trips! Have students take 5 minutes to apply today! bit.ly/IDEATE_APP

Save the Date! 📣It's that time of year again! Join us on November 2nd for an unforgettable evening of celebration in honor of our bold mission to empower and uplift Black youth through entrepreneurship as Black leaders and visionaries. Details to come. #TGME #BlackExcellence

Our IDEATE Program offers a unique ideation, creation, and activation journey. You'll develop a solid business idea and learn how to build, test, and validate it. Apply today! bit.ly/IDEATE_APP