Young Leaders. Real Impact.
A New Sustainability Cohort Begins.

At Sustaining Way, we know young people can lead the way toward a more sustainable future. That’s why we’re launching a new program to help them take action and make a real difference……..keep reading……

The Sustainability Cohort is a club for middle and high school students who care about nature, community, and creating positive change. We offer a welcoming space where young people can connect, learn, and grow together.

A Year-Round Learning Experience

All year long, students in the cohort will meet local sustainability and personal development leaders from Greenville and nearby communities. They will take part in activities such as planting and caring for community gardens, organizing recycling drives, and participating in interactive workshops on topics such as healthy eating and energy conservation. These experiences open doors to real-world careers, hands-on learning, and new connections. Our goal is to help students build confidence and get ready for what’s next.

Exploring Sustainability from Every Angle

The program focuses on Sustaining Way’s six key areas of sustainability:

• Food and Landscape
• Consumption and Waste
• Energy and Efficiency
• Healthy Lifestyles
• Environmental Sustainability
• Social Sustainability

By exploring these areas, students see how sustainability shapes our daily lives and the health of our communities.

Learning by Doing

Through open conversations, service projects, and mentorship, we encourage students to think about their role in caring for the Earth and supporting their communities. Our mentorship includes both adult mentors with experience in sustainability and community leadership and older student mentors who guide and support their peers throughout the program. This structure ensures students always have encouragement, guidance, and role models they can rely on.

Along the way, students build important life skills like:

• Resume building
• Personal budgeting
• Communication
• Teamwork

Building Confidence, Character, and Community

Most of all, this program empowers young people. By encouraging environmental stewardship and personal growth, the Sustainability Cohort helps students build confidence, grow as leaders, and take action in their lives and communities.

Join a Growing Movement

The Sustainability Cohort is always growing and welcomes new members. Whether you’re just starting out or want to do more, you belong here.