commonwise home care

Commonwise Care is an in-home caregiver provider that differentiates itself by offering great benefits and a living wage to its workforce, unlike most other players in the industry. In turn, this attracts the most talented and dedicated caregivers, ensuring it can provide the best quality service to its clients. This is Commonwise’s second year with Enactus.

Eltzroth and Thompson Greenhouses

Eltzroth & Thompson is a family owned and operated Greenhouse. Located immediately off of 29, Eltzroth has a beautiful property and greenhouse showcasing their flowers and plants. Over 40 years old, Eltzroth is successful at retaining their current customers, but struggling to gain the attention of new ones. This is Eltzroth’s first year with Enactus.

Guajiros Miami Eatery

Guajiros is a miami eatery located next to the Charlottesville train station. Their food is influenced by Cuban dishes with Central and South American flares. It is owned and operated by three brothers who share the love for cooking and family. This is Guajiros’ first year with Enactus.

multiverse kitchens

Multiverse Kitchens opened two years ago and it is the first digital food hall/ghost kitchen in the Charlottesville area and it prides itself on how it locally sources its ingredients. They have several brands that are sold on its website and via food delivery apps that are all prepared in the same kitchen. This is Multiverse Kitchens’ second year with Enactus.

Loudoun symphony orchestra

The Loudoun Symphony Orchestra, is a not-for-profit, 501 (c) (3) Virginia Corporation and has been providing first-class orchestral concerts for the people of Loudoun County since 1991. They hope to evolve as a premier regional symphony by providing a variety of programs that enrich, educate, engage, and entertain the  community. This is Loudoun Symphony’s first year with Enactus.

renew Capital

Project Leader: Nora Wiktorowicz

Senior Consultant: Peyton Burda

Renew Capital invests in small and medium enterprises (SME) in Africa to help advance the private sector throughout the region. They manage a network of investors and aim to create a vibrant investment ecosystem that drives economic growth, regional trade, women's economic empowerment and climate-smart manufacturing. This is Renew’s second year with Enactus.

ACUTE XR

Acute XR founded by Dominik Kirchdorfer (Darden MBA '24), creates fun therapeutic video games to help medical professionals study and treat mental health conditions, primarily in children and adolescents. As one of the startups in Darden’s 2024 i.Lab Incubator Ventures, there is a lot of valuable work to be done to make this venture a success. This is Acute XR’s first year with Enactus.

SHENANIGANS

Shenanigan’s is a toy store located in downtown Charlottesville that has been serving the community for over 50 years. They are for the “young and young at heart.” This is Shenanigans’ first year with Enactus.

LOaves & fishes

Loaves & Fishes Charlottesville Food Pantry gives food with kindness and compassion to anyone who seeks assistance while providing an opportunity for volunteers to help their neighbors. They place an emphasis on healthy, nutritious ingredients and meals. This is Loaves & Fishes’  first year with Enactus.