Commit To Change

We recognize that greater representation and diversity starts with transparency and accountability.

Grow seeks to be a positive force for change, both in our community and as we aspire to improve diversity and inclusion within our company.

Grow unequivocally condemns and stands against racism, violence, and hate crimes of any kind. Discrimination and intolerance are contrary to Grow’s values, and frankly unacceptable in our society. We’ll continue working to keep our employees safe at work from racism and discrimination, while speaking up and taking action in support of the health and safety of our team. More broadly, we will continue to look for what we can do to expand safety, wellbeing, and belonging in our communities and the broader industry.

 

As a company, we’ve made a commitment to increase representation across our company, and to openly share the steps we’re taking to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion within our company and beyond. We welcome and encourage our team’s help and input — both on the company’s overall approach, and on how we can better support them individually.

 

We update this page annually to report on our commitments, our progress, and our data. Our last update was June 20, 2024.

 

2024 DEI Plan

Our 2024 plan centers around community involvement and education. The initiatives of that plan are:

  • Partner with local universities, including HBCUs, to host an immersive job shadowing event, providing students with real-world experience and mentorship opportunities.

  • Launch a summer internship program and proactively recruit interns from at least 3 HBCUs or diversity-focused student organizations, ensuring a pipeline of diverse future leaders.

  • Organize an all-agency volunteer event focused on supporting a diversity-centered community partner, fostering a shared commitment to social impact.

  • Recognize and celebrate 8 cultural moments throughout the year, promoting awareness and appreciation for the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our team and our broader community.

  • Update and publish comprehensive diversity data, showcasing our progress towards our stated commitments and fostering accountability.

 

Our data

We continue to work to improve our representation, especially in director and leadership level roles.

 

Of Grow’s 28 employees, 22 are white and 6 are black, Indigenous, or people of color. 14 of our employees identify as male, 13 as female, and 1 as non-binary.