Digital Art & Literacy

Coding & Computer Tech

Music and Podcast Program

Aviation & Solar Energy Program

About Our Company
PowerUP USA is the leader in providing art, media, science and technology education to in and out of school youth and low-income adults. We provide on-site training for youth-based organizations, after schools programs, summer camps and consulting services.
Our Team Members
With over 25 years of combined teaching and industry experience, our instructor brings real world application into every program we offer.
More Facts About Us
Due to lack of exposure, many disadvantaged youths and low-income communities are lost when it comes to knowing 21st-century career options. At Powerup USA we empower youth with the skill necessary to compete in today's workplace. PowerUp hands-on training model is ideal for the unemployed, underemployed or someone just needing to upgrade their skill base.
Our Latest Projects
PowerUp USA has partnered with the Charlotte Black Film Festival in order to expose youth to acting, filmmaking and the writing process. Over 40 students participated during the festival and took part in the film screenings and after screening Q and A.
Digital Divide: The technology gap by Race/Ethnicity - Pew Research Center data
East Charlotte Hickory Grove Camp

Speech by Tommy Nichols Director of PowerUp USA
2019 Historic West End Summer Camp

Charlotte STEM Day

Successful Youth Based Programs
Youth Broadcasting Program
Technology Community Service Project
Atrium College of Health Sciences MLK Program
Bruns Academy Career Exploration
Coding for the Web
Podcast/Radio Production