LEAD Brevard

Yesterday marked an exciting step forward for Florida's Space Coast.

LEAD Brevard CEO Rachel Rutledge joined leaders from regional organizations across Brevard County to sign a Memorandum of Understanding supporting the Regional Brand Partnership Initiative: Florida's Space Coast — Tomorrow Launches Here.

This partnership represents a shared commitment to advancing a unified regional narrative that celebrates the innovation, opportunity, and collaborative spirit that make our community unique.

We're especially proud that many of the leaders representing these organizations are graduates of Leadership Brevard. Their presence at the table is a testament to the power of leadership development and the impact of individuals who choose to invest their talents in strengthening our community.

“The Tomorrow Launches Here narrative reflects something residents already feel deeply, pride in being part of a community that helps shape the future”, states Rachel Rutledge, CEO of LEAD Brevard.

At LEAD Brevard, our mission is simple: working together to strengthen our community by inspiring people to LEAD. This collaboration embodies that mission and demonstrates what is possible when organizations unite around a common vision for the future.

The future is built through collaboration, and on Florida's Space Coast, Tomorrow Launches Here. 🚀

✨ CAP Spotlight: United for Brevard Nonprofit Summit ✨

One of Leadership Brevard’s 2026 Community Acceleration Project (CAP) Teams partnered with North Brevard Charities to create the United for Brevard Nonprofit Summit, fostering new partnerships, strengthening referral networks, and connecting nonprofit organizations across Brevard County to better serve community needs.

The summit brought together nearly 200 nonprofit leaders, service providers, and community partners for a day of collaboration, learning, and connection. By creating a centralized space for organizations to share resources, identify service gaps, and build relationships, this project helped lay the foundation for a stronger and more connected nonprofit community.

A special thank you to North Brevard Charities and our dedicated CAP Team members for their vision, leadership, and commitment to strengthening collaboration across Brevard County. 💙

As one participant shared, “It seems like a small drop, but it will cause a big ripple.” The relationships and partnerships formed through this summit have the potential to create lasting impact for years to come.

Community Acceleration Projects (CAPs) are team-based service projects completed by Leadership Brevard participants in partnership with local nonprofits to create lasting impact throughout Brevard County.

📣 Nonprofits — do you have a project or community need that could benefit from leadership support and collaboration?

CAP RFPs for the Class of 2027 are now open through June 30.

Submit your proposal today at our website!

🚨 RFPs ARE NOW OPEN! 🚨

Leadership Brevard’s Community Acceleration Projects (CAP) program is now accepting project proposals for the Class of 2027!

We’re seeking nonprofit organizations and community partners in Brevard County with meaningful projects that can create lasting impact in our community. Selected organizations will collaborate with CAP teams to help bring innovative ideas and transformational initiatives to life.

✨ Past projects have supported organizations across Brevard through strategic planning, community engagement, operational support, beautification efforts, and more.

📅 Proposal Deadline: Tuesday, June 30, 2026

If your organization has a project that could benefit from the energy, leadership, and collaboration of a CAP team, we encourage you to apply!

🔗 Apply today: https://leadbrevard.org/leadership-brevard/community-acceleration-projects-cap/