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

December 31, 2024
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 […]
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Hopeworks Business Update: 2024 Project Highlights!

December 31, 2024
We’re proud to reflect on the incredible work our social enterprises have done with national brands and local organizations alike. This year, we’ve partnered with some amazing clients, including PHL Airport, Subaru, and The City of Philadelphia, providing our young professionals with opportunities to develop skills and grow their careers. These client facing projects have not only […]
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Tech Meets Talent with Volunteer Engagements

December 31, 2024
This year, our young professionals took a deep dive into the world of tech, and they came up with new skills and fresh perspectives!  At Elsevier, they got the scoop from experts in fields like software engineering, data science, UX, and quality assurance. After that, they rolled up their sleeves for hands-on workshops that gave them […]
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Thankful for New Pathways, Full Plates, and Big Wins!

November 30, 2024
November has been a month of transformation, growth, and gratitude at Hopeworks! We’ve celebrated the placement of numerous young adults in impactful roles across various industries, including positions at Holman, Wawa, the City of Philadelphia, and beyond. This month also marked two graduation ceremonies for our Medical Assistant and Infrastructure programs, a record-breaking turnout for […]
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Paving the Way in Infrastructure: Rodriguez U Cohort Graduates!

November 21, 2024
We’re thrilled to congratulate several amazing Hopeworks young adults for completing the Rodriguez University Infrastructure Program! Over 16 weeks of rigorous classroom instruction and hands-on fieldwork, these graduates demonstrated remarkable dedication and resilience, preparing them for exciting new opportunities in the world of infrastructure. A special spotlight on Tina Bellamy, Yusuf Byrd, and Amir Saunders (a Hopeworks alumnus) for not […]
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Cash, Creativity, and Community: The Ultimate Pitch-Off!

November 16, 2024
What an incredible day at the 2024 Hopeworks Pitch Competition! We started with an inspiring alumni panel, where Natalie Nieves, Caloua Lowe, Anthony Cole, and Jared Bradshaw shared their experiences as entrepreneurs and the valuable lessons they’ve learned along the way. Next, six local young entrepreneurs took the stage to pitch their small businesses to a panel of judges.   Congratulations […]
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Donor Profile: Mark Sarvary

November 6, 2024
Mark Sarvary’s journey with Hopeworks began over two decades ago with a lunch that would change everything. Back when he worked at Campbell Soup Company, he attended a presentation from Father Jeff, Hopeworks’ founder, and was so struck by the mission that he immediately asked how he could help. That moment sparked what’s become a […]
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Leaves are Falling and Jobs are Pouring In for October

October 31, 2024
October started off great and ended even stronger! From our training rooms constantly growing and thriving, entrepreneurs starting businesses, and interns and trainees transitioning into internships and jobs, it’s been a whirlwind of productivity! By utilizing a trauma informed approach, our day to day mission is to help grow professional and life skills to propel […]
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Our EMT Training Program Returns - Job Openings & Growth Opportunities

October 23, 2024
We are excited to announce that we are beginning another cohort of our EMT program, in partnership with the City of Camden and Cooper University Health Care! The EMT and MA programs have been so successful in the past, even leading to several young adults being hired directly into Cooper Hospital. The participants will receive […]
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Hopeworks Business Highlight: Web Team Launches BuyCamden1st Website for Local Business Promotion!

October 19, 2024
This month’s business highlight features a very special website project completed and launched recently by our Web Team. Not only does this project offer a way to showcase local Camden businesses in all industries, but it also pours into our community by employing our young adults! Hopeworks’ Web Team has launched the BuyCamden1st website—your new go-to for […]
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