Kristin C. Frazer of Trèfle Inc. establishes VI-based nonprofit organization called The 284 Foundation to support creative arts education opportunities for Caribbean youths. Photo: Provided

After the devastation of Hurricane’s Irma and Maria in the VI, Frazer realized that access to arts education and enrichment would be limited while the country focuses on rebuilding the infrastructure. During this time of uncertainty, Frazer’s desire to preserve and cultivate the creative minds in “Nature’s Little Secret” led to the birth of The 284 Foundation.

The 284 Foundation will offer its own fashion design and mentorship program while awarding grants to various departments of art education programs. Youth ages 5 to 18 will also have access to creative skills training through local companies and internships through various scholarship opportunities.

The foundation is governed by a board of directors that consists of some of the most creative business minds. Along with a group of administrators, the board will develop goals and oversee all grants and scholarships awarded through the foundation.

“My entire life has been an open book of creative expression and the opportunities afforded to me on a local and international level is something that I think must be passed on to the young people of the BVI. Creativity must always win.”

The launch party for the 284 Foundation will take place on the campus of Otterbox during Fort Collins Startup Week. The event will be in conjunction with the reveal of the second Trèfle and Otterbox Symmetry series phone case collection.