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Cultivate To Sprout.
Determine Your Route.

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Our Story

What started in 2018 as a partnership with local libraries to provide tech services to the community soon morphed into an organization known as The Bean Path. Founded by Dr. Nashlie Sephus, The Bean Path is a tech nonprofit based in Jackson, Mississippi, dedicated to bridging the digital divide. We empower individuals and organizations with the skills and resources needed to thrive in a digital world.

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We are often asked what’s the inspiration behind our name—The Bean Path. The Bean Path is inspired by both technology and nature. In computer programming, a “bean” is a small piece of code that serves as a building block for creating bigger, more complex systems. At the same time, bean also brings to mind a seed—something small, but once planted, grows and takes its own path. The Bean Path blends these ideas, representing our mission to help people grow their tech skills and carve out their own journey in the world of technology.

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$3M

Funding raised since 2018

$25K

Funding provided to Students and Teachers

200+

Community-driven programs

40

Active partnerships with local and regional organizations

4000+

Impacted by our programs

1K+

STEAM students across summer, afterschool, and immersion camps

10K+

People impacted via programs and outreach

Our Impact

Since our inception, we have made a significant impact through funding, community engagement, and educational programs:

Our Mission

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