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Welcome to Flourish Ojai:

Where Young Visionaries Become Changemakers

Are you ready to step into a community of passionate, like-minded individuals who are committed to making a real impact in the world?Would you like to dig deep into your personal growth, exploring what truly drives you, and learning how to cultivate a life that resonates with your values and aspirations?

If so, you're in the right place! The Flourish Fellows Program is a transformative journey for social entrepreneurs ages 19-32 who are ready to bring their ideas and ideals to life.Whether building a social venture, pursuing a creative project or seeking clarity, this 3-month program invites you to flourish in body, mind, and spirit.

Interviews Happening NOW for the Spring Season!

Interviews will occur in January and early February for the March 1st program, and spaces are limited. If you or someone you know is ready to turn their vision into action through joining a supportive community, we welcome you to click this button to request an interview or refer a potential Fellow.

What Can Happen in a Season?

Over the course of three months, groups of 5-7 Fellows embark on extraordinary journeys of growth and collaboration. Each week, we meet together in-person at the Flourish Ojai center for dynamic group sessions that foster creativity, vision, and accountability. Fellows also receive personalized one-on-one mentorship and guidance to turn their dreams into tangible action.

Our Fellows consistently describe the program as life-changing, giving them clarity, confidence, and the tools they need to take their ventures—and their lives—to the next level.

"Some of the most worthwhile months I have spent in my life to date. Helped me become the most clear I've ever been in my purpose. It's given me a direction in which to walk."

"The Flourish Fellowship is a three-month-long opportunity for young entrepreneurs seeking to better themselves through a project or business. Each participant receives one-on-one, group, and peer experiences that deeply investigate life and self practices so one's venture can flourish from an aligned place."

"An entrepreneur collective that collaborates with mentors and experts to take your dream and bring it into reality." "A personal development course whose intention is creating a life you love."

"This program was amazing!! I really felt myself come out of my shell more than I ever have. It was so wonderful to be surrounded by such incredible and beautiful people who create such a warm and inviting space and community. I would do this every time if i could!!!"

Meet Our Fellows: From Dreamers to Doers

Here’s a glimpse into the experiences of our recent program graduates:

Fall 2024

Isaiah – Letting go to lean into his art: "Very personal, more than I was expecting. From the beginning you'll be surprised to find how personal these meetings will be."

Jedi – Creating a prototype weighted shirt: "An awesome experience learning highly beneficial modalities and business concepts with an uplifting community."

Jess – Embarking on a new career: "This program is an invitation to find clarity. It is to help people find a safe place to develop themselves at their own pace with guidance to find momentum."

Joel – Turning a hobby into an enterprise: "Very unique and understandably has its doubts at first but 100% worth it."

Ren – Building passive income through artistic talent: "Flourish is a really special program that aims to help young entrepreneurs. When I did it, it was great to see how many different projects there were. The project can be anything from a business to personal improvement. It's a great space that is so welcoming and nurturing and safe. They have the best of the best mentoring fellows to accomplish what they want in life, short-term and/or long-term."

Santino – Expanding into documentary film: "Mentors are the most important people to help you along your journey, no one can do it alone."

Spring 2024

Alara – Growing her healing business: “The most impactful part of the Fellows program has been the support system. It helped me build a solid foundation, showing me how to stay dedicated week after week, even when life gets challenging. It’s grounding and has made me realize that my dreams are absolutely achievable."

Ciaran – Advancing his carpentry career through natural woodworking education and networking

Erin – Creating a memorial tribute to community mentors who inspired her to pursue a creative career: “Success in both life and business is about having the right people around you and being committed to the journey. The Flourish program has helped me build that support system, refine my focus, and make real progress.”

Ryan – Offering creative services in new works theater and workshop production: "The most powerful experience for me was the focus on somatic inquiry, business savvy, and boundaries—along with a strong emphasis on holistic wellness. This helped me build the confidence to bring my creative projects to life."

Ze'Lee – Expanding her creative events for the community to include beneficial elixirs: "The consistency of this program—showing up week after week, even when life happens—has been a game changer. It has grounded my ideas and dreams, and made me feel that they are absolutely possible."

Summer 2023

Chance – Sharing the art, history, and spirituality of tattooing: "The ability to create a website, have personal support, and refine my passion into a concrete, achievable goal was invaluable. The group discussions really helped me see where I was individually, and where we were going together."

Fabio – Strategizing with a local nonprofit and exploring career options: "We are in charge of noticing and changing the stories we tell ourselves. The program has helped me do that and reshape my narrative."

Noah – Empowering consumer choices for regenerative living at My Greener Pastures: “Facilitating, building relationships with the Flourish team and Fellows, and experiencing the value in the small, everyday interactions have been the most helpful parts of the program.”

Sophia – Supporting noble causes through digital marketing at Starry Sky Social: "David’s motto 'Will this actually help me make money?' will stay with me. It reminded me that doing the things that actually bring in income is what drives progress."

Thane – Captivating people with the beauty and history of the Ojai Valley

Tiarnan – Serving as a death doula and exploring life through the lens of mortality: "The insights I’ve gained about myself, the spirit world, and living a healthier life have given me confidence and renewed commitment to my work and my life’s purpose."

Heartfelt Gratitude to Our Mentors

We also want to take a moment to honor the incredible mentors who have supported our Fellows along the way. Their care, generosity, expertise, and wisdom have deeply enriched the program and helped our Fellows reach new heights.

Many thanks to Ali Rad, Amber Lennon, Angelika Schafer, Bryn Wolf, Byron Katie, Celeste Gabriele, Guy Williams, Kim Maxwell, Jessie Zalla, Marian St. James, Martha Ringer, Mary Jo Healy, Miriam Jones, Dr. Morning Wolf, and Susan Kelejian.

The Flourish Ojai Team

Diana, David, Suzie and Kevin

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