Join Us in Building a Legacy of Civic Power & Educational Innovation
Communities for Generations, Inc. (CFG) | Featuring SAGE Civic Institute
Our Mission
Communities for Generations uplifts, educates and empowers Black communities by offering civic and cultural learning experiences and connecting mission-aligned stakeholders to support individuals and families along their path to self-sufficiency.
SAGE Civic Institute, a signature initiative of CFG, offers a reimagined learning experience rooted in civic education, arts integration and cultural grounding. We prepare youth and families to lead with purpose, self-awareness and critical skills for a thriving future.
We’re Looking for Dedicated Change Agents
Volunteer With Us
Lend your time and talents to support:
Youth Programming: Facilitate workshops, assist with learning activities, or mentor youth entrepreneurs.
Event Support: Help plan or host community events like our Community Economic Development Summit or family engagement sessions.
Communications & Outreach: Help us spread the word through storytelling, social media, photography or content writing.
Curriculum Development & Admin Support: Assist with editing, formatting or organizing materials for civic and cultural learning.
Advisory Board Opportunities
We’re forming a Board of Advisors to help expand our reach and refine our vision. We're seeking people with expertise in:
Nonprofit Leadership
Grant Writing & Fundraising
Marketing & Communications
Finance & Legal Strategy
Community Organizing
Education & Curriculum
Youth Development
If you have a passion for education, equity and systems change, we want to connect with you.
Collaborate with Communities for Generations
We’re excited to connect with you! Let us know how you'd like to get involved.
PERSONAL INFO:
Our Impact
Key Initiatives
Annual Community Economic Development Summit
A platform for thought leaders, residents and policymakers to address economic disparities and propose actionable solutions.
SAGE Civic Institute
A viable community-led academy for life-long learners to enhance political, social and economic literacy and acquire skills and resources to lead and engage in civic life.
Health & Wellness Initiatives
A pathway for communities to practice emotional, spiritual and physical wellbeing in ways that honor ancestral wisdom and holistic wellness as essential pillars of community strength.
How We Measure Success
We define success by the well-being of the children of the communities we serve. Youth’s physical, emotional, mental, and educational well-being are the metrics by which we measure our efficacy. Through data, increased civic participation, economic growth and policy changes, we ensure that our initiatives translate into real, measurable impact.
Meet our Team
Arden Santana
Director of Education & Training
Arden Santana is an award-winning educator, curriculum consultant and civic strategist with over two decades of experience designing paradigm-shifting learning experiences that equip communities with knowledge and tools to thrive. As the Director of Education & Training at Communities for Generations, Inc. (CFG), Arden leads the development and delivery of civic literacy, community economic development and leadership training initiatives that center cultural relevance, clarity of purpose and lasting impact.
Arden is also the founding Board Chair of CFG and plays a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s mission to build generational self-sufficiency for historically marginalized communities through civic education, healing-centered practices and policy literacy. Her commitment to systems change is rooted in her deep belief that education must serve as both a liberatory force and a strategic tool.
In addition to her work with CFG, Arden is the founding director of SĀHGE Civic Institute and a Yale Access to Law School Fellow. She brings visionary leadership, curriculum expertise and a bold voice to the work of restoring equity and civic power in Black and Brown communities across Connecticut and beyond
Belito Garcia
Director of Techonology & Operations
Belito Garcia didn’t get into technology for the gadgets. He got into it to solve real problems for real people.
He’s the Founder of Cool Nerd Consulting and Co-Founder of SAGE Civic Institute (formerly SĀHGE Academy), where he also serves as Director of Technology & Operations. And as a founding member and Director of Technology & Operations at Communities For Generations, Inc. (CFG), Belito uses his deep expertise in web design, systems thinking, and business programming to build infrastructure that powers real-world impact.
Every database, every platform, every workflow he creates is built with one goal, to make it easier for mission-driven organizations to connect, uplift and empower people.
Belito believes community isn’t built on hope or speeches. It’s built on action, structure and follow-through. His passion is turning good ideas into systems that actually work and scale.
Across all his work, Belito is the architect behind the scenes, making sure the tech runs smooth, the mission stays focused and the impact lasts for generations.
Hafeeza Turé
Director of Health & Wellness
Hafeeza Turé is a bridge between generations, cultures, and possibilities. As a founding member of Communities for Generations, Inc. (CFG), she brings a unique blend of ancestral wisdom, entrepreneurial spirit, and healing practices to every initiative. With over two decades of experience in organizational leadership, economic development, and community wellness, Hafeeza’s work centers around building ecosystems where Black communities can thrive across lifetimes.
In her role as Director of Health & Wellbeing Initiatives, Hafeeza leads programs that restore balance, cultivate belonging, and empower self-determination. Drawing from her lineage of healers and her expertise in acupuncture detoxification and holistic wellness, she designs spaces where healing is not only possible, but inevitable.
A global citizen rooted in the African diaspora, Hafeeza moves with both strategy and soul—fusing cultural pride, community care, and economic empowerment into every project she touches. Through CFG, she is committed to fostering environments where generations connect, heal, build, and bloom together.
Her work is a living testament to the truth that when we nurture our roots, we transform our future.
Join Us
We are building a future where community-driven solutions lead to systemic transformation. Whether you're an individual, business, or institution, you can contribute to the movement.
Attend an Event
Engage with us at our summits, workshops, and community meetings.
Support Our Work
Donate or sponsor an initiative to help expand our reach.
Partner With Us
Collaborate on projects that drive sustainable change.
Together, we can build a just, self-sufficient and empowered future for all generations.
Just A Little Help Can Make Their Hearts Happier.
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Join Us in Transforming Communities
CFG is more than an organization—it’s a movement. We are actively designing the systems needed to sustain economic and racial justice for generations. Through collective action, holistic education, and strategic advocacy, we are pioneering a new model for resident-led transformation.
Get Involved – Attend our events, workshops, and initiatives.
Support Our Work – Donate to help sustain and expand our impact.
Partner With Us – Collaborate with us to drive systemic change.
Together, we can create a future shaped by the voices, needs, and leadership of the community. Be part of the change today.
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