Flourishing The Future Through Workforce Development

Our Services

Youth Empowerment

Creation of meaningful experiences tailored to the growth and success of youth.

Youth Enrichment

Creation of youth centered curriculum and program implementation.

Youth Exposure

Creation of youth engagement events and exposure experiences.

Team & Community Building Experiences

Creation of a healthy staff culture through assessments and workshops as well as Creation of events and spaces to empower and engage families and the greater community.

Youth Workforce Development

Creation of CTE Courses & Career opportunities that help pave pathways to lifelong success and resilience.

Youth Agribusiness

Creation of Agriculture exposure and education to develop Bright Futures with Programs in Agribusiness and Sustainability.

Hear From Our Students

"Before joining Cultivation by Jas, I had no idea what I wanted to do after high school. Now I’m planning for my future. Ms. Jas really helped me believe in myself."

- 8th Grade Student

"I used to be nervous to speak in front of people, but during the program, we had to pitch business ideas, and it really pushed me. I’m more confident now—and I even want to my own clothing brand!”

- 10th Grade Student

"During our college tours. I got a preview for different types of fields I could go into, and many speakers taught me things that are useful. It has helped me familiarize myself with a college setting and what to expect in classes."

- 10th Grade Student

"This was the first program where I felt seen. It wasn’t just about the career stuff— the mentors actually cared about how we were doing in life.”
- 9th Grade Student

Partner With Us

Cultivation by Jas is a youth empowerment organization founded in South Bend, Indiana, focused on providing high-impact programs in youth mentorship, job readiness, and teen entrepreneurship. Our programs are designed to equip middle and high school students—especially Black and Brown youth—with real-world skills, leadership development, and hands-on career training.

After building successful partnerships with schools and organizations in South Bend, we’re now expanding our reach and actively seeking collaborators in Chicago, Elkhart, and Niles, Michigan. If you're a school, nonprofit, church, or community leader looking to bring youth career development, CTE-aligned enrichment, or entrepreneurship programs for teens to your area, we'd love to partner with you to cultivate the next generation of leaders.

Our latest Partner Projects

"The consistent dedication and commitment exhibited by the Influencers Program team in empowering young leaders and fostering positive change within our educational community have been truly commendable. Throughout our collaboration, the Influencers Program has consistently demonstrated a passion for nurturing leadership skills among our students, with tiered support for Black males as part of the district’s Black Male Achievement program at the middle and high school levels, instilling a sense of responsibility, and cultivating an inclusive and engaging environment within our schools."

- Tessa R. Sutton, Ph.D.

Former Assistant Superintendent, South Bend Community School Corporation (SBCSC)

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