New Partnership Aligns Organizations' Missions of Uplifting Communities Through Access to Key Pathways for Success
Camden, NJ – October 15, 2024 – Hopeworks, a nonprofit social enterprise dedicated to empowering young adults to establish living wage careers, is thrilled to announce a new partnership with The Foxwynd Foundation. The Foxwynd Foundation, through its Donor Advised Fund (DAF), has generously committed a $100,000 grant to Hopeworks that will be used to support the organization’s work of serving more young adults in the region and propelling them into long-term, living wage careers that put them on the path to healing and financial stability.
“Through our new partnership with The Foxwynd Foundation, we believe that together we can make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. Together, we are committed to building pathways toward healing and financial stability for young adults, transforming lives and communities,” said Dan Rhoton, CEO of Hopeworks. “We are grateful for this partnership and can't wait to see the incredible impact we’ll continue to make, hand in hand, with The Foxwynd Foundation.”
This grant represents more than just financial support; it signifies a collaborative partnership between Hopeworks and The Foxwynd Foundation, both committed to empowering communities. The funding will strengthen Hopeworks' continuous initiatives aimed at delivering training and services to young adults, thereby improving their access to vital pathways for success.
"Foxwynd Foundation proudly supports Hopeworks because of their unwavering commitment to empowering youth through education, technology, and job opportunities,” said Pamela Villagra, Executive Director of the Foxwynd Foundation. “Their innovative approach not only transforms lives but strengthens communities by providing young people with the skills and resources they need to thrive. We believe in Hopeworks' mission to create positive change, and we are honored to contribute to their efforts in building a brighter future for all.”
The Foxwynd Foundation is based in Pennsylvania and is using funds to create a catalyst for transformational change across the country. The Foxwynd Foundation describes its mission as being a lifeline for communities in need by enhancing access to key pillars of human dignity and potential such as healthcare, housing, and sustainable environmental initiatives.
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About Hopeworks
Hopeworks is a social enterprise that uses technology, healing, and entrepreneurship to transform lives. Hopeworks’ unique mix of training and real-world experience is what leads to extraordinary results. The approach, combined with high-demand, high-wage technical training and paid work experience is helping to build a workforce that can not only get the job, but keep it, transforming their lives and the lives of their families.
To provide this experience, Hopeworks runs real businesses, providing technology solutions for businesses in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Revenue Cycle Management, and web design. These businesses help generate over 250 jobs a year, and lead to high-wage, permanent opportunities for young adults in multiple industries.
Hopeworks’ unique combination has led to extraordinary results, with over 90% of young adults earning high-wage jobs at the end of their work experience with Hopeworks, and a 12-month retention rate of over 92% at those jobs. Young adults entering Hopeworks are typically earning an average of $286 per year and after going through the training program, they have the opportunity to make a livable and comfortable wage, earning over $43,000 annually.
About The Foxwynd Foundation
The Foxwynd Foundation was founded in 2024 and works to act as a lifeline for communities in need by enhancing access to key pillars of human dignity and potential such as healthcare, housing, and sustainable environmental initiatives.
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