Founders + Futures
EGF Accelerator
A photography and video project featuring seven Fellows Founder Stories and the leadership powering the EGF Accelerator—Edwin Gould Foundation’s nonprofit incubator for social entrepreneurs focused on improving education and life outcomes for low‑income New Yorkers.
EGF Accelerator Overview Video
PSACOYA GUINN - Trinity Theater Group
“Every week I see theater be used as such an incredible tool for students to grow their imagination, help with social emotional wellness - what if theater could be used to help the single mom, to help the students academically?”
OLGA PEREZ - MVP Swimmers
“64% of African American children and 45% of Latina children have little to no swimming skills.”
ELSA WARD - Open Stage Project
“I just had this epiphany that more young women need to know about this incredible behind the scenes work that is such a bog part of our city.”
SHANNON & INGINIA JACKSON - Camino Exito
“Camino exito means the road to success, and to us it means when families come across Camino Exito, we are the point to success.”
CORINTHIA BENISON - Renaissance Center of Mastery
“A lot of kids, they never took wellness workshops, they didn’t understand what mental health meant.
Trinity Theater Group
Psacoya Guinn
Trinity Theatre Group, founded by Psacoya Guinn, transforms after-school space into a trauma-informed theater program that boosts literacy, social-emotional growth, and family connection for students from economically disadvantaged communities.
Renaissance Center
of Mastery
Corinthia Benison
Renaissance Center of Mastery, led by Corinthia Benison, empowers underserved middle schoolers through theater, education, and wellness programs—boosting social-emotional skills, academic success, and equity in after-school spaces.
Open Stage Project
Elsa Ward
Open Stage Project is opening doors for young women to discover careers in theater and bring their creative ideas to life.
Camino Exito
Shannon & Inginia Jackson
Camino al Éxito, led by co-founders Shannon and Inginia Jackson, empowers underrepresented youth and families—bridging language and economic gaps in the region.
Princess Chambers
Jennifer Daniel
Princess Chambers, founded by Jennifer Daniel, ensures prom isn't just about the dress — it's about confidence, dignity, and empowering underserved high school girls through free gowns, mentoring, and self-esteem.
MVP Swimmers
Olga Perez
MVP Swimmers is making swimming accessible for all kids—teaching water safety, building confidence, and creating a more inclusive community.
