Just when you thought Go Fund Yourself couldn’t get any more caffeinated — or concrete — the season finale brings a double shot of purpose-driven innovation that’ll leave you energized and inspired. Airing today (Thursday, May 22), on Cheddar TV, Episode 17 wraps the season with two radically different yet equally visionary companies that prove you don’t need a billion-dollar valuation to make a billion-dollar impact.
Welcome to the world of FinLitX Café and Brickworks Property Restoration, two ventures with very different ingredients but the same bold recipe: solve real-world problems with heart, hustle, and a dash of entrepreneurial flair.
FinLitX Café: The Brew That Builds Financial Futures
Picture this: You’re sipping on an organic latte in a stylish café, and instead of just Wi-Fi and vibes, you’re served a side of financial literacy designed to change your life. That’s the mission behind FinLitX Café, a Philly-based venture that’s blending coffee culture with cold, hard financial wisdom.
This isn’t your average coffee shop. It’s a $628 billion café industry reimagined, where each cup fuels not just your day, but your future. At the helm is a team on a mission to demystify money management through experiential learning, neuroscience, and real-world application — all served up with premium organic coffee and a community-first vibe.
Launching soon in Philadelphia, FinLitX Café aims to reach students, educators, and everyday consumers alike, making financial literacy as accessible as your morning brew. Signature drinks like the “Millionaire’s Brew” aren’t just clever branding — they’re symbolic of what’s possible when education is embedded into everyday experiences.
With partnerships extending from high schools to college campuses, this venture is more than just a café — it’s a financial revolution disguised as your neighborhood coffee spot.
Their mantra? Sip. Learn. Grow. And yes, success now officially has a taste.
Brickworks: The Michelangelo of Masonry
On the other end of the entrepreneurial spectrum, we shift from espresso to excellence in a field you might not think of as glamorous — brick restoration. But once you meet the crew at Brickworks Property Restoration, you’ll understand why their craftsmanship is in a class of its own.
These aren’t your average masons. Brickworks is elevating the standard of home repair with museum-level precision and decades of expertise. Their secret sauce? A relentless commitment to brick and mortar, matching that makes their repairs almost invisible — literally.
While most companies run to the nearest big-box store, Brickworks sources materials from 15–20 of the nation’s top brick manufacturers — names like Belden Brick, Glen-Gery, and General Shale — to make sure your home’s historic charm isn’t lost in a patch job.
And let’s talk about mortar. They don’t do off-the-shelf blends. Their custom mortar formulas match both color and texture, ensuring the finished product looks like it’s always been there. Whether it’s a century-old chimney or a weather-worn walkway, the Brickworks team makes restoration feel like time travel — in the best way possible.
In a world obsessed with tearing down and building new, Brickworks is proving that restoration is the real innovation.
The Final Pitch
Go Fund Yourself has built its reputation as the “Shark Tank meets Kickstarter” of crowdfunding-meets-connection TV, and this finale delivers one last punch of purpose and profit potential. As always, the show’s legendary Titans — David Meltzer, Jayson Waller, and Rory Cutaia — aren’t just investing dollars but also offering up decades of insight, mentorship, and the kind of connections startups dream of.
Whether you’re into brainy brews or beautifully blended bricks, Episode 17, May 22 at 7 PM ET, proves that innovation can be as warm as your morning coffee or as solid as the foundation beneath your feet.
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