Wrapping Up 2024: A Year of Progress, Partnerships, and Possibilities

December has been a month of reflection and celebration at Hopeworks as we wrap up a year filled with growth, achievement, and collaboration. Our young professionals have made incredible strides in December alone, landing impactful roles with organizations such as PCS, the City of Camden, the City of Philadelphia, and the IRS!

As we look ahead to 2025, we’re excited to share some highlights in this newsletter! Be sure to check out our Top 10 Projects from the GIS and Web Department, take a look back at the Volunteer Engagements that made a difference this year, and, in celebration of our upcoming 25th Anniversary, enjoy a special throwback montage video featuring some unforgettable moments!

One standout success story for this month is Aaron Torres - he found his way to Hopeworks during a difficult time in his life.

"I was working in a warehouse with limited hours and felt unfulfilled," he recalls. I knew I wanted to make a significant change for my future."

During his time with Hopeworks, Aaron has gained invaluable technical skills, including certifications in cybersecurity, AI Essentials, and IT Support through Hopeworks' partnership with Google Coursera.

"Being surrounded by like-minded individuals has significantly improved my social skills and enriched my experience.”

Aaron was recently hired as a Contact Representative by the IRS and is well on his way to enjoying a successful career!

October 30, 2025
💼 AI and the Bottom Line: Why Employers Should Invest in Upskilling

You wouldn’t buy a fleet of Ferraris and skip the driving lessons.But that’s exactly what many companies are doing with AI. They’re investing in powerful new tools—enterprise licenses for ChatGPT, intelligent CRMs, custom copilots—but leaving employees to figure them out on their own. The result? Missed potential, uneven adoption, and a workforce stuck doing work […]

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October 27, 2025
Breaking down employment barriers with AI-powered skills training

“Our collaboration with Dell Technologies and NVIDIA isn’t just about technology; it’s about genuinely empowering people. Together, we aspire to scale our success and extend opportunities to every underserved community we reach.” -Dan Rhoton, CEO, Hopeworks Learn more by clicking here.

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October 27, 2025
Hopeworks secures $75K matching grant from The Foxwynd Foundation to accelerate youth careers

Hopeworks, a Camden-based social enterprise dedicated to empowering young adults, has received a $75,000 matching grant from The Foxwynd Foundation. This significant investment is earmarked to expand the organization’s successful Recode Your Future initiative in Philadelphia and Camden, creating more pathways to financial stability through trauma-informed technical training and job placement. This is the second consecutive grant […]

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