Harnessing the Power of AI

In a community where access to advanced educational resources and career development opportunities may be limited, we are using the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to bridge the gap. Our mission is to equip residents with the knowledge and tools necessary to thrive in a technology-driven economy. By focusing on AI-based education and skill-building, we aim to prepare individuals for future job markets, reduce economic disparities, and foster greater community resilience.

Ultimately, we are solving the problem of limited access to transformative career opportunities by empowering individuals with the skills needed to succeed in high-demand, high-growth industries such as tech, AI, and data science. Through our initiative, we not only provide technical skills but also cultivate the confidence and mindset needed to adapt to the future of work.

The "Harnessing the Power of AI" course is designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds with the knowledge and practical skills needed to understand and leverage artificial intelligence (AI) in everyday life and work environments. As AI continues to reshape industries, this course provides a foundational understanding of AI technologies, their applications, and how they can be used to solve real-world problems.

Whether you're looking to advance your career in tech, improve business processes, or simply understand the potential of AI, this course offers practical insights and hands-on experience to unlock new opportunities in the AI-driven future.

South East Fort Worth is a predominantly working-class community, with a rich mix of long-time residents and newcomers from a variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Many of its residents work in blue-collar industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and transportation.

As of recent data, the median household income in South East Fort Worth is estimated to be around $40,000 - $45,000 per year. This is below the Fort Worth citywide median of approximately $60,000. The poverty rate in South East Fort Worth tends to be higher than the city’s overall average. It is estimated that about 20% - 25% of the population in this area lives below the poverty line, which is above the citywide poverty rate (around 16%).

It is estimated that only about 10% - 15% of residents in South East Fort Worth hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, which is lower than the Fort Worth metropolitan area, where around 30% of residents have a degree. Access to quality education can be a challenge, particularly in neighborhoods with fewer resources or lower levels of school funding.  Residents in this area have extremely limited access to the internet and the technology gap between them and their peers in surrounding areas is widening.  As the use of technology increases, the residents in South East Fort Worth have an increasing risk of becoming unemployable.

Through a partnership with Red Development Group and Living Waters Park will deliver a holistic generative AI solution to the SE Fort Worth community. Red Development Group specializes in community and economic development, while Living Waters Park has a mission to provide educational programs and workforce development to the South East Fort Worth community. By combining their resources and expertise, they can tackle the critical skills gap in the area, especially in the technology sector, which is rapidly growing and transforming job markets.

Through the partnership, Living Waters Park can offer AI-centric training programs that cater to both youth and adults. This includes introductory courses on AI, coding boot camps, and advanced certification programs in fields like data science, machine learning, and robotics.

These programs are not just theoretical but designed with practical applications in mind. Students will be exposed to real-world problems, and they will be trained on how to use AI tools to solve these challenges, such as automating workflows, improving business operations, and predicting trends.

Red Development Group can connect Living Waters Park with local businesses and organizations that are looking for AI-trained workers. This creates a direct pipeline between education and employment, ensuring that the skills residents acquire are aligned with current industry needs. The goal is to help residents secure jobs in tech, business intelligence, and digital marketing sectors.

Living Waters Park has forged powerful partnerships with organizations like Red Development Group, Home Depot, Parkhill, and others to engage the Southeast Fort Worth community. Our efforts, such as the annual Luau, create opportunities to strengthen relationships between city officials and citizens from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. Living Waters Park has also hosted a variety of festivals, health fairs, and community events in collaboration with local hospitals, healthcare providers, and service organizations, offering vital access to resources that are often hard to come by in Southeast Fort Worth.

Now, we’re ready to take our impact to the next level in partnership with RED Development Group, a recognized leader in driving economic development initiatives across the country. With a proven track record, including working alongside the United Way of Tarrant County, RED Development Group has helped over 100 companies and organizations in the 76104 zip code. These initiatives have empowered community members by teaching them how to leverage AI to enhance their personal, professional, and future prospects.  This partnership aligns perfectly with our mission to offer AI education and workforce development opportunities within our community. With the financial support for this initiative, we will scale the program, expanding its reach and maintaining its high standards of quality.

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The solution offered by Living Waters Park and Red Development Group is innovative because it integrates cutting-edge AI technology, community-centered development, and real-world solutions in a way that is scalable, adaptable, and sustainable. By focusing on AI education we will have the opportunity to teach communities members how to research requirements for their desired career, develop a strategy to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to perform the job, create steller resumes for the position they desire, and craft a plan for future employment.  We will also teach community members how to utilize AI for improved their quality of live though teaching them how to conduct research using AI that will help them advocate for themselves in healthcare and education environments and much more. Our goal will be to show community members how to use AI for the purpose of workforce development, upskilling, reskilling, and overall improved quality of life in an effort to addresses some of the unique challenges faced by underserved communities. By equipping them with these tools and resources we can help to increase their ability to thrive in the modern economy.

This approach has the potential to revolutionize the way communities engage with emerging technologies and prepare for the future, all while creating lasting positive change on a local, national, and even global scale.

Living Waters Park’s impact goals are all centered around creating lasting transformation in South East Fort Worth. Through a comprehensive approach that focuses on education, economic empowerment, health and wellness, and community building, the park is working to elevate individuals and strengthen the entire community.

The ultimate vision is to create a model of community development that integrates technology, education, and health—unlocking opportunities for those who need it most and providing a blueprint for others to follow that will assist in achieving the following goals.

1) Educate community members about AI to eliminate fear and barriers.

2) Teach community members how to communicate with (prompt) AI tools to get the information they want and need.

3) Help community members develop career, education and personal development plans to assist them in obtaining the knowledge and information needed to increase their employability.

4) Teach community members how to utilize AI technology to advocate for themselves and their families, decrease misinformation, and increase knowledge.

To track these outcomes we will use the following tools:

Real-Time Feedback Loops: By collecting data on key outcomes—such as job placements, income growth, and health improvements—Living Waters Park can adapt quickly to the changing needs of the community in order to connect community members to the resources they need. This dynamic approach makes the programs more effective and responsive.

Continuous Improvement: The program uses impact reporting and community feedback to evolve its approach and ensure that the solution is always aligned with the needs of its participants. This data-driven methodology is key to maintaining the relevance and success of the solution over time.

1 full-time

1 contractor with a team of 9 (3 full-time and 6 part-time)

12 Board Members

The Park - 13 years

RED Development Group's AI Program - 3 years

Having a deep respect for the value of diverse experiences, thoughts, opinions and cultures, our team comes from a plethora of backgrounds providing diverse thought and experiences from multiple walks of life. Our Board of Directors is made up of 6 men and 6 women.  Their backgrounds include nonprofit leadership and management, engineering, law, park development, property management, consulting, architecture, a Master Naturalist, real estate broker, and a Texas bug specialist.  Their ages range from age 27 to age 83 and years of experience from 3 years to 42 years.

The team at RED Development Group includes 5 men and 3 women ranging from age 27 to 50.  Their expertise includes corporate operations, communication and conflict navigation, business finance, technology, marketing, and healthcare.

Our teams includes African Americans, Native Americans, Caucasians, those of Pakistani descent, Christians, Muslims, multiple social economic and educational backgrounds (GED to Doctorate).  Finally, our team members include native Texans, Michigan, Illinois, Virginia, Louisiana, California, and Missouri natives.

Living Waters Park’s business model is a dynamic, sustainable solution that combines social enterprise principles with community development. It generates revenue through a mix of paid educational programs, corporate partnerships, grants, and the rental of its space for weddings, socials, community and corporate events, while ensuring that its primary mission—empowering residents through economic, social and environmental sustainability—remains at the forefront. The model is designed to be scalable, adaptable to different communities, and capable of attracting diverse funding sources, ensuring long-term success and impact.  Living Waters Park is also working to become a premier tourist destination which not only impacts its revenue model, but assists in stimulating growth within the surrounding community.  Future plans for the park include a marina and boat storage which would also generate revenue for the park that can be used to support programming for the community.

This business model allows Living Waters Park to not only serve its immediate community but also to serve as a scalable, replicable model that can drive change and economic development on a local, national, and global scale.

The main service is to rent out the park for events, which will be $1500 to $10,000 per event. The expanse of the grounds at Living Waters Park offers opportunities for multiple weddings on-site at various points in the park without intrusion from others. The leased area for the events is five usable acres and 7.33 rentable
acres. A natural gateway separates the park to be utilized based on event needs.

A part-time event planner and marketing representative will be contacted. 

Corporate and community event leasing.

LWP will take a 10% upcharge on all outsourced services. If a client wants its own designated supplier, then there would be a 15% upcharge on their contract. We have preferred providers at all price points ready to serve the needs for entertainment, video, photos, catering, seating/tables/decor, ceremony, etc. 

Additionally, we will have the ability to host camping outings, fishing and boating experiences, and much more.

Living Waters Park is an excellent candidate for the Truist Foundation Inspire Awards because its mission, approach, and impact align perfectly with the foundation’s focus on economic mobility, workforce development, community empowerment, and innovative solutions. The park’s efforts to upskill and reskill residents in emerging technologies like AI, coupled with its holistic community-based approach, make it a model for social and economic change and a potential longtime partner for Truist. By applying for the Inspire Awards, Living Waters Park can receive the funding and visibility it needs to further expand its impact, continue empowering residents, and scale its successful model to other communities.