FightBackFoundation

Join us as we fight back on the social issues CO youth face, by empowering Social Entrepreneurs & Organizations making an impact.

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"When you hurt so so deeply, if you can choose to channel your pain into making a difference, miracles can happen. Helping others can make your own heart grow stronger. To come back, give back."

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Fight Back Fellows Finalist: Fam Filter

Fam Filter will be an app that takes parental and user input on YouTube videos that are deceptive in nature to children to better prevent videos from appearing in playlist recommendations.

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Fight Back Fellows Finalist: STARS Spectrum

STARS Spectrum is focused on addressing the social, leisure and life skills of students with high functioning autism needs to create an inclusive setting for all children to become comfortable and productive. https://t.co/ftlsMYkjVU

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Fight Back Fellows Finalist: @InvolveBoard

Involve Board is a resource connecting Colo. students, parents, teachers and counselors to volunteer experiences, leadership programs, summer camps and professional opportunities to unlock their potential. https://t.co/JmzABXQprl

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Fight Back Fellows Finalist: @TheMamaSagas

The Mama Sagas is an online video series dedicated to empowering moms through shared experiences and expert solutions. It helps provide workable solutions to the most pressing issues facing moms. Learn more: https://t.co/US90tptXY1

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Fight Back Fellows Finalist: @Parillume

Parillume empowers Colorado teens and young adults to map out a Hero’s Journey through any problem. Students learn simple, practical steps towards self-determination, personal growth and community contribution. https://t.co/ld678wOAGh

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Fight Back Fellows Finalist: Foster Together Colorado

Foster Together shares Colorado foster care stories, combining awareness with action to empower YOU to do something simple to help people affected by child abuse and neglect. Learn more: https://t.co/pGj0ZvGwSQ

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Fight Back Fellows Finalist: College Momma

College Momma is an online platform that aims to support mothers of young children who are pursuing a college degree by helping them better care for themselves, connect with others, and complete their academic goals.

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Fight Back Fellows Finalist: Inspirit

Inspirit promotes student mental health and healthy, holistic living by transforming the individual cultures of high schools and establishing an open conversation with individuals who have overcome mental health issues themselves.

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Fight Back Fellows Finalist: St. Clair Drake

The St. Claire Drake enrichment program is a support program for black students in advance and AP coursework. The program encourages students to complete their accelerated academic career.
Learn more: https://t.co/ORXo8Pvmib

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Fight Back Fellows Finalist: Culture 5:11

Culture 5:11 brings awareness to teens, young adults and parents about counter-worthy messaging through expert education, awareness and resources for teens and parent groups. https://t.co/ihhj5kUnAt

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Fight Back Fellows Finalist: Career Allies Inc.

The mission of Career Allies is to help companies retain female employees when they have kids. They help guide moms and employers through a proven approach to retention, engagement and effective transitions. https://t.co/hlVinCqjQh

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Fight Back Fellows Finalist: Kids Ethics

We're honored to begin introducing our Fight Back Fellows Finalists! Kids Ethics inspires parents to create a culture of virtuous reasoning, behavior and ethical decision-making in their kids. Learn more: https://t.co/zGAMW5vFPE

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Drumroll please.... Here are our 12 Fight Back Fellows finalists! Congratulations to our incredible candidates who will now continue their journey at our valuable 3-day Launch Boot Camp. We look forward to introducing each organization and its mission in the coming week!

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Fellows recieve $5,000 in grant support and an additional $5,000 in donated vendor support. They also benefit from coaching and mentorship from top entrepreneurs and business leaders!

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BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! We have selected the 12 Fight Back Fellows Finalists. A huge congratulations to these outstanding social entrepreneurs. (thread)

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The next step: Our 3-Day Launch Boot Camp! The curriculum-rich boot camp includes a "shark tank" style pitch competition. Then, our team of mentors and entrepreneurs will select 3 Fellows.

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The journey may be long, it may be filled with challenges, but it begins today. TODAY we announce our Fight Back Fellows finalists!! Their journey begins with a 3-day launch boot camp and for the final three, continues with financial support from the Fight Back Foundation.