Visionkeepers

Lawrence Sheffield, Magic City Woodworks, shares his journey from teenage entrepreneur, professional firefighter by the age of 19, significant loss of a loved one, a nontraditional educational path, to now Founder of a social impact company in Birmingham, Alabama. Magic City Woodworks teaches the art of work to young men who are stuck in a rut; giving them a paid apprenticeship where they will learn to create quality goods, partake in brotherhood, build confidence and character, and have a good time. Lawrence’s team’s mission is to help young men bridge the intimidating gap between unemployment and meaningful employment. “I want to continue to create opportunities and have a diverse group of people to be able to come in and benefit from vocation. Work can have deep meaning and there can be fulfillment. It can be a way to support our families and change the world at the same time.” Launched August 2018, Impact Kits are seven pieces of lumber that can change lives. A parent or mentor can order a kit, spend 30-4