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<\/p>\nPublished on August 12, 2026<\/p>\n
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Charletra Sharp, owner of Cup o\u2019 Vibes coffee and culture brand, is a community builder. Cup o\u2019 Vibes has been serving Southeast Arlington since October 2022.<\/p>\n
\u201cGuided by our mantra, \u2018Brewing Community. Serving Culture,\u2019 we use coffee and curated experiences as a vehicle to bring people together, celebrate culture and foster meaningful connections,\u201d said Sharp.<\/p>\n
When she heard about the Changemakers Social Entrepreneurship Cohort, a nine-month program and certification facilitated by Community Frontline in partnership with Social Impact Architects, she knew it would be a great fit.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs a macro social worker who also owns a small business, I was naturally drawn to a cohort that focused on the intersection of social impact and entrepreneurship. I wanted to deepen my knowledge and understanding of current trends in social enterprise while learning practical strategies for building organizations that are both mission-driven and sustainable,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
Underwriting support from the Arlington Tomorrow Foundation enabled Sharp, as well as other Arlington-based entrepreneurs and organizations, to participate in the inaugural cohort.<\/p>\n
\u201cTheir investment helped create access to a program designed to strengthen the capacity of local leaders who are building businesses and initiatives with a social impact focus,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
One of Sharp\u2019s favorite parts of the cohort was engaging with other changemakers from across Tarrant County.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am already applying what I am learning by refining my approach to planning, identifying strategic relationships and continuing to build a strong foundation for the future growth of Cup o’ Vibes and Brewing Community,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
Sharp said the experience has strengthened both her vision and her ability to create lasting impact through her business.<\/p>\n
\u201cI appreciate Arlington Tomorrow Foundation’s commitment to creating pathways for local leaders to grow, innovate and contribute to Arlington’s continued vitality,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n