[company_age]4.0[/company_age][employees]1-10 employees[/employees][funding]grant[/funding][description]The 318 Foundation, established in 2021 by WNBA champion Alana Beard, is a non-profit organization based in Shreveport, Louisiana, dedicated to empowering Black girls and historically marginalized communities. The foundation's mission is to close the opportunity gap for these communities by providing access to resources, networks, and support systems. 318 Foundation's unique approach focuses on developing self-expression, fostering individuality, promoting achievement and creativity, and connecting girls to valuable networks in their fields of interest. The organization operates through three innovative programs: 318 VISION, 318 ACTION, and 318 SPORTS. 318 VISION utilizes mentorship to help high school girls activate opportunities for self-discovery and impact. 318 ACTION provides immersive experiences to broaden horizons, ignite passions, and equip girls with the tools to thrive in their futures. 318 SPORTS empowers gifted athletes who may lack exposure or support by creating transformative elite training experiences. 318 Foundation's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sets it apart from other organizations by creating equitable and inclusive learning environments that celebrate diversity and aim to create a welcoming and supportive culture.[/description][ps]Mentorship, immersive experiences, sports training[/ps]