Chayse McLaughlin was a freelance videographer trying to find his way through life and navigate professional endeavors when he came across the Hopeworks program.
Chayse always knew he was bright and talented, but was encountering roadblocks in life that stopped him from progressing. "The most valuable thing Hopeworks taught me was to break out of my shell and try. I applied for several jobs, took interviews I was nervous about, and networked more than I ever had before.” With the support of Hopeworks, he found himself able to break out of his shell and take on challenges he never imagined he could.
After completing his training and internship he began applying for jobs, and with his newfound confidence he sprung for jobs he wasn’t 100% qualified for. “If it wasn't for my coach Mike and the Hopeworks team encouraging me to try, then I wouldn't have started my job at Truist.”
Helping disadvantaged young adults in the U.S. to overcome barriers to economic opportunity and secured sustained long-term employment Hopeworks was founded in New Jersey in 1999 to help young adults overcome barriers to economic opportunity and build sustainable futures. Most participants do not have college degrees, and 99% of them are unemployed when they join […]
$1.2M Commitment from The Hg Foundation Enables Hopeworks’ Expansion into Two New Cities The Hg Foundation, a grant-giving charity focused on improving tech education and skills, today announced a new $1.2 million partnership with Hopeworks, a U.S. social enterprise that supports young adults into long-term living wage careers. The partnership will enable Hopeworks to expand its […]
Check out our Camden office full of energy, creativity, and hustle at our Pop-Up Shop Lunch Event! Our incredible young adults showcased and sold their original art, handmade jewelry, delicious food desserts, and so much more. From eye-catching booths to mouthwatering treats, every table told a story of passion, talent, and entrepreneurship. Proud to support […]
