A New Venture Philanthropy Model Blends Grants, Investment And Local Recovery

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tl;dr:

1. Today’s episode shows how Optimist Ventures blends grants and investment for Hurricane Helene recovery.

2. Jeffrey explains the SPA Note, a profit-share model designed for resilient Main Street businesses.

3. Today’s episode highlights Asheville’s choice to rebuild toward what can be, not just what was.

4. Local investors can support recovery through regulated investment Crowdfunding and learn more at ventureasheville.com.

5. Jeffrey’s superpower, remembering names, reminds us that dignity begins with seeing people.

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