Hello, I’m Shawn A Shields
College: Sacramento City College/Sac State Transfer
Major: Photo Journalism, Digital Design and Media
Business: Educated Lifestyle L.L.C
I run a Performing Arts business in Natomas that I built from the ground up since 2019. As a college student I had one goal in my mind: to give back to my community. I have a dual major in Digital Design/Media and Journalism. I teach, mentor and provide a safe place where creativity, education, and opportunity go hand and hand. As a father raising two boys, I’m deeply committed to making sure all kids, especially those from underserved backgrounds, have access to resources that give them an educational head start. I am also an authorized U-Haul dealer, and have worked to create a steady source of income while providing a valuable service to the community.
This business is more than just income to me It’s my purpose. Everything has been self-funded through hard work, student loans, my family and sacrifice, but that has also led to financial strain that now threatens to shut our doors. I’m seeking support to help, keep what we built in order to provide services and grow this space, so it can continue serving families, the youth and aspiring entrepreneurs. With the right backing, we can keep this vision going to provide tangible services for the community, creating opportunities, and building a stronger future for the next generation.
As part of my request I would give anyone the opportunity to come to the business here in Natomas to see our building, products and services. You get the first-hand opportunity to see the direction we’re going! I am requesting this amount in order to hire two more employees by the end of the year, and renovate our building however, being a small business, with a lot of overhead it's just tough to do on your own.
Hopefully we can gain your support
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