Pete du Pont Freedom Foundation

Congratulations to our Executive Director, Stephanie Johnnie, for being recognized by Delaware Business Times for their Delaware 222 list, which spotlights the state's most impactful business, nonprofit, and civic leaders. We're also thrilled to see some of our esteemed board members included in this year's list: ⭐Thère du Pont ⭐Patrick Callahan ⭐Tony Allen ⭐Robert Martinelli Their leadership and contributions continue to inspire us every day. Join us in celebrating these incredible changemakers! 🎉 #Delaware222 #leadership #impact

Thank you to our partners, sponsors, and supporters for making this year unforgettable. Here’s to a new year of possibilities, progress, and purpose! Let’s make 2025 even more impactful as we continue to build a future rooted in freedom and opportunity. 🥂 Happy New Year from all of us at the Pete du Pont Freedom Foundation! 🥂

We’re proud to continue our partnership with Wilmington Alliance to strengthen and expand the impact of the Equitable Entrepreneurial Ecosystem (E3). E3 empowers small business owners and entrepreneurs by providing them with essential resources, mentorship, and connections to help them thrive. This ongoing collaboration demonstrates our shared dedication to fostering a more equitable and inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem across Delaware. 📖 Learn more about how we’re working together to create opportunities for ALL in this Delaware Business Times article: https://lnkd.in/gZC4kpia A special thank you to Barclays, Discover Financial Services, and Capital One for your continued support in ensuring a strong entrepreneurial ecosystem!

As we wrap up an inspiring year, we reflect on the milestones that highlight the incredible impact of bold ideas, collaboration, and leadership. Here are the key moments that made 2024 a true testament to the power of innovation and community: 📌 **HBCU Innovative Solutions Initiative**: This year, we proudly announced the winner of PDFF’s HBCU Innovative Solutions Initiative—*I Love My HBCU Day of Giving,* championed by Connie Cochran. Set to launch nationally in 2025, this initiative promises to amplify the impact of HBCUs across the country. 📌 **The 2024 Freedom Award**: We honored Incyte Corporation, represented by Chief Executive Officer Hervé Hoppenot, for their leadership in biopharmaceutical innovation. We also celebrated Scott Malfitano’s 20 years of dedicated service to PDFF and announced *Toivoa* as the Reinventing Delaware Top Idea of 2024 for advancing accessibility in mental health care. 📌 **10 Years of Reinventing Delaware**: Marking a decade of bold ideas, we hosted our 10th Anniversary Reinventing Delaware Dinner at The Wilmington Club, with our first-ever honorary host, Brian DiSabatino. We also recognized Zip Code Wilmington as our first *Idea of the Decade*. 📌 **New Faces, New Energy**: Lynn Roberts, Jonathan Barnes, and Andre Johnson joined our growing team, bringing fresh energy and expertise to our work. We also welcomed Jacqueline DiSabatino Flowers as the newest member of our board of directors. We are deeply grateful to the partners, sponsors, and community members who made this year extraordinary. Together, we’re building a brighter future for Delaware, and we can’t wait to see what’s ahead in 2025! . . . . . #PeteduPontFreedomFoundation #PDFF #EntrepreneurSupport #DelawareBusiness #DelawareStartups #ReinventingDelaware #EconomicDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #BusinessResources #BusinessGrowthExpert #StartupAssistance #SmallBusinesses #Entrepreneurs #PrivateEnterprise #PeteduPont

Member Spotlight: Meet the dynamic duo behind My Real Estate Store—Nicole and Dwayne Geames! With decades of experience in the real estate industry, this husband-and-wife team is passionate about turning residential property dreams into reality. Through My Real Estate Store, they help clients navigate the process of buying and selling real estate, always prioritizing personalized service and building strong relationships along the way. Nicole, Dwayne, and their dedicated team go above and beyond to match every client with the perfect home, ensuring every detail suits their unique needs. 🔗 Learn more about My Real Estate Store: https://hubs.la/Q030p5Qc0 🤝 PDFF members play a crucial role in advancing our mission to promote our country’s spirit of private enterprise by fostering access to the marketplace for entrepreneurs and their ideas. Discover how you can join us: https://hubs.la/Q030pkhV0 #PeteduPontFreedomFoundation #PDFF #MyRealEstateStore #PDFFMember #PDFFMembershipOpportunities #EntrepreneurSupport #DelawareBusiness #DelawareStartups #ReinventingDelaware #EconomicDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #BusinessResources #BusinessGrowthExpert #StartupAssistance #SmallBusinesses #Entrepreneurs #PrivateEnterprise #PeteduPont

Congratulations to our Executive Director, Stephanie Johnnie, on being inducted into the WE Hatch Honor Circle! 🎉 Earlier this month, Stephanie was honored as part of the WE Hatch Honor Circle, an initiative by Horn Entrepreneurship at the University of Delaware dedicated to empowering innovative and entrepreneurial women. This recognition celebrates her ingenuity, passion, and persistence for innovation. 💡🌟 Please join us in celebrating Stephanie and all the exceptional women in the WE Hatch Honor Circle! #WEHatch #WomenInLeadership #Entrepreneurship #Innovation

Member Spotlight: Meet Erica Dorsett, founder of The Noble Woman! 🌿 Erica’s journey began with a personal mission to create skincare products gentle enough for sensitive skin yet effective for everyone. The result? A line of 100% pure, homemade olive oil soaps and skincare products that hydrate, protect, and soothe—all while being free from harsh chemicals. Whether you’re battling dry, itchy, eczema-prone skin or managing oily, acne-prone skin, The Noble Woman has a product designed just for you. Erica’s dedication to all-natural ingredients ensures that her formulas are as nourishing as they are kind to your skin. 🔗 Learn more about The Noble Woman at: https://hubs.la/Q030m7Bf0 🤝 PDFF members play a crucial role in advancing our mission to promote our country’s spirit of private enterprise by fostering access to the marketplace for entrepreneurs and their ideas. Discover how you can join us: https://hubs.la/Q030mjlP0 #PeteduPontFreedomFoundation #PDFF #TheNobleWoman #PDFFMember #PDFFMembershipOpportunities #EntrepreneurSupport #DelawareBusiness #DelawareStartups #ReinventingDelaware #EconomicDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #BusinessResources #BusinessGrowthExpert #StartupAssistance #SmallBusinesses #Entrepreneurs #PrivateEnterprise #PeteduPont

We’re proud to celebrate our Board Member Kevin Dombrowski of Grey Fox Wealth Advisors for being named one of InvestmentNews’ Best Wealth Managers & Advisors Under 40: Rising Stars in the USA! 🌟 Kevin’s unwavering commitment to improving financial outcomes and his dedication to our community exemplify true leadership in the industry. Thank you, Kevin, for your hard work, passion, and devotion to our mission. We’re honored to have you on our team as both a Board Member and Patriot Member, continuing Pete's legacy of impact and excellence. 👉 Read more about this incredible honor: https://hubs.la/Q030gVqC0

Exciting news for Wilmington's entrepreneurial ecosystem! The Pete du Pont Freedom Foundation (PDFF) is proud to continue its partnership with Wilmington Alliance for the 2024 Equitable Entrepreneurial Ecosystem (E3) application cycle. Their generous contribution will support up to 7 additional Wilmington-based businesses, helping them scale faster and reach new heights. Since 2020, E3 has engaged with over 150 businesses, providing crucial operational and technical assistance. We're thrilled to continue fostering growth, equity, and inclusion through entrepreneurship. Special thanks to our amazing partners for their unwavering support! 🙌 To see a full list of our partners and learn more about the E3 initiative visit: https://hubs.la/Q02_qByQ0 #PeteduPontFreedomFoundation #PDFF #Entrepreneurship #WilmingtonDE #EquityInBusiness #SmallBusinessSupport #PDFF #WilmingtonAlliance

Member Spotlight: Meet Autumn Green the founder of My Stewardship Journey! Inspired by her own financial journey, Autumn created My Stewardship Journey to offer what she wished she had during her early career. The program empowers early-income earners, particularly from low-income communities, to break the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and achieve economic mobility. Through strategic coaching and educational programs, they collaborate with colleges, career centers, and workforce development organizations to provide practical financial guidance. The results speak for themselves, with participants seeing an average net worth increase of $8,000 within just one year after completing the program. 🔗 Connect with My Stewardship Journey and start your journey to financial freedom. Visit: https://hubs.la/Q02_qMqL0 🤝 PDFF members play a crucial role in advancing our mission to promote our country’s spirit of private enterprise by fostering access to the marketplace for entrepreneurs and their ideas. Discover how you can join us: https://hubs.la/Q02_qGQS0 #PeteduPontFreedomFoundation #PDFF #MyStewardshipJourney #PDFFMember #PDFFMembershipOpportunities #EntrepreneurSupport #DelawareBusiness #DelawareStartups #ReinventingDelaware #EconomicDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #BusinessResources #BusinessGrowthExpert #StartupAssistance #SmallBusinesses #Entrepreneurs #PrivateEnterprise #PeteduPont