Passion Project Initiative
We create platforms that cultivate social change in our society through education empowerment and community engagement.
We invest in educators who are passionate about transforming lives through education.
Exciting news everyone! We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with Lowcountry Youth Services. This collaboration is a match made in heaven, as both organizations share similar values of integrity, accountability, commitment to success, diversity, consistency, empowerment, and community.
Lowcountry Youth Services is an outstanding organization committed to helping the youth in Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester County achieve success in every area of their lives. And now, with the help of Passion Project Initiative, they are launching a brand new tutoring program designed to provide the youth with the tools they need to excel academically and beyond.
By donating to us, you are not only supporting a fantastic organization that's making a real difference in the community, but you're also directly impacting the lives of the youth in your own backyard. Your contributions go far beyond the annual Juneteenth Family Fest - they're supporting tangible and practical programs that make a difference in the daily lives of our youth.
So what are you waiting for? Donate today to and help us continue to empower and uplift our community. Spread the word and share the link with your friends and family: www.passionprojectinitiative.org/donations. Together, we can make a real difference!
12/05/2023
Juneteenth Family Fest is a family affair, and it's time we introduce you to the family putting on this shindig. is a huge event run by a small yet mighty team of women that are moms, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and so much more. What better time to highlight them than ? Over the next few weeks, we'll introduce you to the behind the JFF scene.
First up, get to know our founder and visionary, Octavia Edwards.
Octavia is a native of North Charleston, SC. She is a mother, wife, businesswoman, education activist, and social change advocate with a background in leadership development.
She is best known as the co-owner of Acute Heating & Cooling, a top-rated HVAC company based in Summerville, SC, and the founder and CEO of Passion Project Initiative. This 501c3 non-profit organization creates platforms that cultivate forward progress in our society through education, empowerment, and community engagement.
Octavia has always been passionate about making the world a better place and has always been a leader who takes the initiative to be the change she wants to see. She has managed to take Juneteenth Family Fest from a small idea that seemed impossible to a full blown event that impacts thousands.
12/05/2023
Get to know our Executive Administrator, Anisat Shosan-President.
Anisat Shosan-President is a native of Moncks Corner, SC. She is currently a CTE Business Teacher working in the Charleston County School District. She is passionate about working with the youth and focused on community education and engagement. She is also the founder and director of Shining Starzz, a nonprofit for 6-8 graders that focuses on STEAM.
17/02/2023
We are excited to host our 3rd annual Juneteeth celebration! Register is now open!
02/01/2023
Like the rest of the community our hearts are truly broken over the loss of Atty David Aylor. He was a major contributed to the community and made such a positive impact in the lives of others. He has been a huge supporter and sponsor of Passion Project Initiative through his law firm. He made a difference in so many people's lives. Our prayers go out to his family, law firm, and loved ones.
13/05/2022
With anything great, it takes a village to make it happen. The village at Passion Project Initiative is proud to be hosting its second annual Juneteenth Family Fest. Watching the vision of our founder come to life has been so inspiring and we could not pull it off without our sponsors, community partners, friends, and family members.
Passion Project Initiative is a 501c3 non-profit organization devoted to creating platforms that cultivate forward progress in our society through education, empowerment, and community engagement. We develop and facilitate purposeful dynamic programs that empower the members of our community and events that help encourage social change and dialogue. To learn more about Passion Project Initiative and how you can support the organization, visit our website 👇🏾
https://www.passionprojectinitiative.org/
12/05/2022
Applications for the Passion Project Initiative J19 Empowerment Scholarship are now open!
Three deserving students will be selected to receive a financial award between $500-$1000 to attend the HBCU of their choice. Tag a graduating senior below!
You can check out the details and requirements, as well as the application here at www.jffchaleston.com/ppi-scholarship
10/05/2022
EDUCATE 👩🏾🏫 EMPOWER 💪🏾 ENGAGE 🙋🏿♀️
Our founder Octavia Edwards visited Compass Collegiate Academy. The children were very engaged and told Octavia their mission and values (Scholars, Team, Excellence, Effort, Respect, Anti-Racism, Inclusion). Their theme for the month is Super Hereos. Octavia join the little ones and did her Super Hero pose🦸🏾♀️! Education Empowerment and Engaging with our youth is our PASSION ❤ Thank you Elizabeth for inviting us. Our founder enjoyed her visit and we all are looking forward to supporting Compass Collegiate Academy.