"My Journey to GIS and How You Can Follow My Path" - Leea Kelly's Journey To A GIS Career

Several years ago, I was searching for restaurant jobs online with no clear direction, when a friend recommended Hopeworks. This nonprofit social enterprise is dedicated to training young adults in the technology fields that will propel them into living-wage careers.

Before learning more about the Hopeworks program, I was skeptical that I would achieve success. I had always categorized myself as an artistic person and had no inkling of my potential in tech. However, after learning more about how the organization prepares young adults for the working world, I felt as though the door to excelling in the industry had swung open. Hopeworks offers trauma-informed support, real-world experience, and comprehensive technical training.

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May 6, 2025
Hg Foundation partners with Hopeworks

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 p​articipants do not have college degrees, and ​99%​​​​​ ​of them are unemployed when they join​ […]

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May 6, 2025
The Hg Foundation Partners with Hopeworks to Help Young Adults Secure Long-Term Employment

$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 […]

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April 30, 2025
Popping Up with Purpose in Camden!

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 […]

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808 Market St.,
Camden, NJ 08102
(856) 365-4673
Hopeworks is a 501(c)(3) non-for-profit organization, EIN: 31-1660671.
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