Cappa Inc. - The Pouring Project
Pouring Into Families. Building Stronger Futures.
The Pouring Project is the nonprofit arm of The Lemonade Center™—created to uplift underserved families through wellness education, developmental resources, and community pathways that close long-standing equity gaps.
“Every mind deserves room to flourish. When we invest in neurodiverse families, we strengthen the heartbeat of our community.”
CAPPA Inc., operating as The Pouring Project, exists to pour into communities through education, wellness, and empowerment.
We believe every child and every family—especially those navigating disability, health disparities, and economic challenges—deserve equitable access to knowledge, support, and opportunity. Our work is rooted in the belief that when families are equipped with information and tools, they can advocate confidently, pursue healthier futures, and break cycles of inequity.
To close health, education, and economic gaps by empowering families with the knowledge, resources, and pathways they need to navigate childhood, wellness, and development—from early years through adulthood.
Our Mission
A world where all families, especially Black, Brown, and underserved communities, have access to the education, support, and equitable opportunities required to thrive across every stage of life.
Our Vision
Why This Work Matters
Across the Carolinas and beyond, families face significant barriers:
Delayed diagnosis and limited developmental screenings
Lack of access to culturally responsive resources
Health disparities affecting chronic conditions, mental health, and family well-being
Workforce shortages in behavioral and developmental care
Financial and systemic hurdles that prevent families from receiving needed services
The Pouring Project exists to close these gaps by educating families, building workforce pipelines, and supporting community well-being—one household at a time.
What We Do
Our work focuses on three core pillars designed to strengthen both families and the broader community.
Workforce Development & Career Pathways
We prepare the next generation of behavioral health, social work, and therapy professionals through:
Internships and externships (RBT, BHT, OT, SLP, LCSW, mental health)
Hands-on training within The Lemonade Center™
Workforce pipelines for high school, college, and career transition students
Community-based education for aspiring providers
By developing future talent, we help address the workforce shortage while creating job opportunities within underserved communities.
Family Education & Whole-Body Wellness
Families deserve clear, accessible information to make informed health decisions. Our programs offer:
Health equity workshops
Wellness education (blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol, preventative screenings, mental health)
Developmental and behavioral resources
Navigation support for Medicaid, EPSDT, and early intervention
Parent and caregiver empowerment groups
We focus on whole-family health—not just autism—ensuring families understand and can advocate across all aspects of wellness.
Community Equity & Outreach Initiatives
We partner with schools, churches, providers, and community organizations to:
Host health talks, screenings, and education events
Provide culturally responsive health and wellness materials
Train community partners on navigating developmental and behavioral health systems
Sponsor programming that removes barriers for underserved families
Our aim is to bring accessible, trusted education into the spaces where families already gather.
Our Commitment to Equity
We are dedicated to championing inclusion and dismantling disparities that impact Black, Brown, neurodivergent, and low-income families. Everything we do is grounded in cultural humility, accessibility, and a deep understanding of the communities we serve.
Our Impact
As we grow, our goal is to expand support to thousands of families across North and South Carolina through:
Workforce development and scholarships
Parent education and wellness initiatives
Developmental and health literacy programming
Partnerships with schools, healthcare systems, and community organizations
Every dollar invested helps a family gain clarity, confidence, and access to resources that change their life trajectory.