San Francisco, California – November 15, 2025 — Kurated Kultura, an e-commerce company dedicated to promoting eco-conscious practices and uplifting brands founded by underrecognized leaders, is proud to announce its partnership with Honor Your Dreams (formerly First Tech Fund). The nonprofit organization recently unveiled a major rebrand and strategic evolution to focus fully on workforce development and paid learning experiences for college-aged students. Learn more about this transition in Honor Your Dreams’ official announcement, Our Next Chapter: Honor Your Dreams.
This collaboration underscores Kurated Kultura’s ongoing commitment to advancing equitable access to opportunity, particularly for first-generation and low-income college students. As part of the Dual Impact Internship Program, Kurated Kultura joins a network of leading companies providing paid, eight-week internship placements that connect students’ passions with real-world career pathways.
A Shared Mission to Bridge the Opportunity Gap
Since its founding in 2020, Honor Your Dreams has empowered hundreds of students to navigate and attain academic and professional opportunities through mentorship, workforce development, and scholarships. Its Dual Impact Internship Program has paired students with organizations such as NYU, Microsoft, and Amazon, equipping participants with the confidence and practical skills needed to excel in competitive industries.
Kurated Kultura’s participation in this initiative reflects the company’s belief that sustainable progress must include inclusive access to professional experience. Through this partnership, Kurated Kultura provides hands-on learning opportunities for students passionate about sustainability, creative entrepreneurship, and social impact.
“I’m thrilled to immerse myself in the business world alongside Alexa and her inspiring venture, Kurated Kultura,” said a Jomayra Carchi, Operations and Marketing Intern from Kurated Kultura. “Her mission deeply aligns with my own values and aspirations, marking a meaningful new chapter in my journey!”
Driving Impact Through Collaboration
In addition to Kurated Kultura, the 2025 Dual Impact Internship Program and Green Jobs Program include employer partners such as Kelvin, Mira Intel, Thermo Verse, Multi-Cultural Music Group, Sachi Health, Libbie Health, Kora Insights, and Givepact—organizations dedicated to leveraging innovation for social good. Together, these partners are helping Honor Your Dreams deliver on its mission to connect first-generation college students to transformative professional experiences.
About Honor Your Dreams
Honor Your Dreams is a nonprofit organization unlocking economic mobility for low-income students through paid internships, mentorship, and scholarships. By partnering with mission-driven employers, the organization equips first-generation college students with the tools, access, and confidence to turn their ambitions into achievements. Learn more at honoryourdreams.org and read their latest announcement, Our Next Chapter: Honor Your Dreams.
About Kurated Kultura
Kurated Kultura is a socially conscious e-commerce platform that prioritizes sustainability and equity by curating brands founded by underrecognized creators and leaders. The company is dedicated to making ethical consumption accessible, inspiring cultural connection through conscious commerce, and amplifying the impact of diverse entrepreneurs. Learn more at kuratedkultura.com
