Thanks to our sponsor, Rick Forman, and other donors, Hopeworks was able to award $14,000 on October 24th to 6 entrepreneurs to grow their 5 small businesses! Trainees, interns, and Hopeworks Alumni, who have started their own businesses, pitched to judges and the audience. Top prizes were awarded from both the judges and audience voting. All youth entrepreneurs received cash prizes to invest in their enterprises!
Congratutations to all:
Gabby Lee of Gabby Lee Designs
Aris Miller of Supply CMND
Charlene Newbill of Young Saved and Unashamed Christian Apparel
Kayla Wilson of Metamorphosis Mobile Boutique
Kayla and Kyla Evans of Evans Eatery
Check out their pitches here!
Reflecting on the immense success of our 2024 HOPE Summit fills us with gratitude and inspiration! From the educational workshops, to the insightful panel discussions, free headshots for all who attended, and ending the event with a Pathways fair connecting young adults with educational and career resources. The fair included vendors such as Rutgers, Teach […]
Congratulations is in order for Web Team Member Ziany Gunther who was recently hired by TD Bank for a full time position in the bank branch! Ziany is a Camden native and graduate of Creative Arts High School. During her time there she was interested in Fashion Design, Entrepreneurship, became Class President, and even started a beauty business - […]
We're thrilled to announce yet another success for our Hopeworks young adults and a continued progression in our partnership with Akamai! This talented trio, Jayson, Patrick, and Kylie have been welcomed into the 2024 Customer Support Interns Cohort, ready to dive into daily tasks and customer relationship management. This 6-month journey isn't just a short-term […]
