Tom Corwin, The Augusta Chronicle:

Allan Soto and Vinea Capital have always tried to do well by serving others, particularly adults with developmental disabilities and underserved children. But he knows there are others out there doing similar work, and he would like to support them as well through a new fund.

Soto is starting the Vinea Fund to give away $250,000 a year and organizations can make applications for grants for at least $100,000 of that in two rounds this year. Nonprofits can apply through March 31 for the first round, which will be awarded April 4, with a second round of applications beginning Aug. 1.

India Menon, Kidding Around Greenville:

Do you have a young child who has been diagnosed with autism? ABLE Kids might be a resource that benefits your child and your family. After opening in 2016, ABLE Kids is bringing its comprehensive services for children with autism to the Upstate and is currently enrolling new clients. In this article, you’ll learn more about ABLE Kids’ services, what makes their services special, and how to get started.

When a family has a child with special needs, finding and navigating resources that meet the child’s and family’s needs can, at times, seem insurmountable. ABLE Kids is a new addition to the Greenville community that meets some of these needs through comprehensive therapies offered all under one roof and in a supportive and caring environment.

The Means Report, WJBF Augusta:

The Means Report wants to introduce you to a very special member of our community. His name is Allan Soto and he’s going to talk about the things that he is trying to do not only to revitalize this great town, especially in the downtown area, the central business district there, but also what he’s trying to do for our young people, children, and those with special needs who need help. What happens when the school system and others who have shepherd these people through most of their lives stop and the kids age out and they’re on their own? Allan Soto and company step in and try to help them out. He is doing incredible work. If you don’t already know him you certainly will cross paths with him.

LeadFast Co. (Podcast):

On this episode of the LeadFast Podcast, Tommy and Daniel talk about the everyday hustle with entrepreneur Allan Soto. See how Soto went from dumpster diving for extra revenue to being a successful business owner! The grind NEVER stops people!

DropTheDis Augusta (Podcast):

This Week: Two Industry Heavyweights! Allan Soto, the CEO and creator of Vinea Capital which is focusing on opening businesses in downtown Augusta Ga and Brandon Smith, the head Chef of Pineapple Ink Tavern and former Chef and Restauranteur of many other businesses stop by and share their journeys that resulted in Pineapple Ink Tavern and [Hopefully!] more to come…

Ana Christina Bowers, WJBF Augusta:

Video: Allan Soto is on a mission to help build the city of Augusta by investing in our community.

Joe Hotchkiss - The Augusta Chronicle:

“Like any successful business person, or just a successful person in life in general, you’re only as good as the people standing alongside you,” Soto said upon receiving the award. “So this award goes out solely to the team whom I work alongside every day.”

Mary Klinger, WFXG Augusta:

Although it's been a tough couple of months, a local restaurant in downtown Augusta, the Pineapple Ink Tavern was still able to keep its doors open. Located on the corner of 10th and Broad, this new spot is sure to satisfy your craving for not only tasty food but mesmerizing artwork.

Damon Cline, The Augusta Chronicle:

Pineapple Ink Tavern, at the corner of 10th and Broad, is primarily a personal pursuit; Soto says he simply wanted to create the kind of place he would seek out in Atlanta or Charleston, S.C.