Elevate Indianapolis Alumni Spotlight: Te'Niah Evans on Perseverance and Thriving

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Aaron Story
Published on
October 4, 2025

In this Elevate Indianapolis alumni podcast, President and CEO Aaron Story and co-host Calvin Washington speak with Te’Niah Evans as the organization marks its 10th anniversary. Evans, a 2022 graduate now studying business at Indiana Wesleyan, reflects on her journey from North Carolina to Indianapolis, her experiences with IPS and township schools, and how Elevate mentors like Ms. Garza and Ms. Banks shaped her path. She shares candid insights about bullying, resilience, motherhood, college, and her vision for financial freedom.Watch to hear Te’Niah's story of overcoming challenges, finding community support, and defining what it means to thrive as a young adult in Indianapolis.

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