Strive: How You Lead Matters

Building Leaders. Strengthening Character. Inspiring Change. At Strive, we believe leadership starts with character. Based in Wilmington, DE, we’ve been helping aspiring leaders discover their potential and lead with purpose for over 20 years. What We Do Our mission is simple: to spread the power of character-driven leadership. Through our programs (workshops, personalized programs, coaches training, Sports Challenge, and Middle School Clinic), we help individuals and teams develop leadership skills through social and emotional learning. We inspire them to lead their own lives, build meaningful relationships, and create inclusive cultures where everyone can thrive—personally and collectively. Who we Work With We work with young people and the adults who serve them in schools, sports and community centers. We intentionally work with participants of different backgrounds, ensuring leadership skills are practiced among people with different life experiences and creating a community of leaders that exemplify the diversity needed in leadership roles. How We Do It Leadership is a journey, and we guide our participants every step of the way. Our programs are grounded in seven essential skills-Grit, Empathy, Communication, Self-Awareness, Culture, Motivation, and Energy. These aren’t just buzzwords; they’re the building blocks of resilience, growth, and meaningful connection. Why It Matters We’re here to help people lead with heart, whether they’re on the field, in the classroom, or navigating the challenges of everyday life. Because when leadership is character-driven, we can find the best in ourselves to inspire the best in those around us.