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Four organizations selected to develop innovative solutions for job seekers in Philadelphia

March 28, 2024
Mayor Cherelle Parker and the Department of Commerce on Thursday announced four new organizations to develop innovative workforce solutions for local job seekers. The Workforce Solutions Grant invests in programs from organizations that strive to address specific challenges that Black, Latino and other historically disadvantaged Philadelphia residents face when preparing for and entering the workforce. […]
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Lola's Next Chapter: Elevating with Benefits Data Trust!

February 29, 2024
February has been an incredible month for our young professionals with new job placements and incredible starting wages for all! We are proud to announce that Web Design Intern, Lola Ruiz has now been added to that list! Lola was recently hired as a Bilingual Benefits Outreach Specialist with Benefits Data Trust! This position is […]
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Devin Soars to New Heights: Joins Softerware, Inc. as Technical Support Rep!

February 29, 2024
When Devin found Hopeworks, he was in search of two things: financial stability, and a way to display his gifts of empathy, passion, and creativity. He wasn't able to finish his college degree because of the high cost, and he was in dire need of an opportunity to change careers from the service industry.  That […]
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Kimani Lands Full Time Job With TD Bank and Enrolls In College!

February 29, 2024
In just one year, Kimani’s journey with Hopeworks has been nothing short of extraordinary. From joining us as a tech-savvy trainee interested in UX design to emerging as a training room intern, Kimani has exemplified dedication and passion. Now, we're thrilled to share his latest accomplishments: Kimani has secured a full-time position with TD Bank, […]
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Senator Cory Booker Visits Hopeworks HQ in Camden!

February 22, 2024
Earlier this month, we were thrilled to have Senator Cory Booker join us at our Camden HQ for an inspiring chat with our young adults about their prospective career paths! Senator Booker shared his professional journey, answered young adult questions, gained insight into the Hopeworks mission and learned more about our employment and training partnerships. "I’m inspired […]
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America’s Great Experiment With Jobs For The Underclass

February 21, 2024
Revealing how workers in the “hard to employ” groups, who were not program participants, were quietly finding jobs on their own: While Supported Work suffered from high drop-out rates, it also showed how much other workers in the “hard to employ” populations, the control group members, were finding jobs on their own. The small difference […]
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Partners in Philanthropy 2024: Announcing this year’s 25 honorees

February 13, 2024
This year the Business Journal is recognizing 25 partnerships for their philanthropic work across Greater Philadelphia. Visit the site for the full article here or click here .
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Booker visits Hopeworks in Camden to deliver a career talk to young adults 

February 12, 2024
Last week, U.S. Sen. Cory Booker visited Hopeworks, a nonprofit and social enterprise that propels young adults ages 17 to 27 into long-term living wage careers from its headquarters in Camden. During the visit, Booker (D-N.J.) toured the facility, engaged in a dynamic career talk with young adults and greeted board members and corporate partners of […]
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Caring in Camden: Our hometown 

February 12, 2024
We have called Camden, New Jersey home since 1869.  It’s why we’ve proudly partnered for years with incredible organizations that provide essential services to Camden residents. In addition to making monetary donations, we’re committed to volunteering and finding ways for employees to make meaningful improvements in the community. Read the full article here.
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US Sen. Booker Brings Inspiring Message to Hopeworks

February 2, 2024
Young Adult Trainees Heard How to Reach Far in Setting Personal Goals CAMDEN – US Sen. Cory Booker – speaking on Friday at nonprofit Hopeworks in a conference room filled with young adults who are learning technology, life skills and the path to a career – shared the profound question with which his mother had inspired him. “What […]
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