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Westside Works Alumni: Be Part of the Information Technology Legacy
You transformed your career through technology—now help others do the same.Westside Works gave you the tools to thrive in today’s digital economy. Now, you can give back so future coders, IT specialists, cybersecurity analysts, and help desk pros have the same opportunity.Your donation provides:• Stipends to relieve financial stress so trainees can focus full-time.• Laptops, tools, and certifications to prepare them for day-one success in tech careers.Together, we can keep innovation accessible and open doors to high-demand, high-growth jobs.Donation Impact:• $25 → Helps fund training resou...
Westside Works Alumni: Be Part of the Healthcare Legacy
You answered the call to care—now help others do the same.At Westside Works, we’re proud of the career you’ve built through our healthcare training programs. Now, we need your support to ensure the next generation of caregivers has the same opportunities you did.Your gift provides essential resources like:• Stipends to ease financial stress so trainees can stay focused full-time.• Free scrubs, supplies, and certifications to prepare graduates for their first day on the job.When you give back, you’re doing more than donating—you’re investing in future healthcare workers ready to serve our co...
Westside Works Alumni: Be Part of the Construction Legacy
You built your career here—now help others build theirs.Westside Works helped you launch your career. Now, you can give back by ensuring new trainees have the meals, uniforms, tools, and support they need to succeed—just like you once did.Your gift is more than a donation — it’s a legacy. You’re opening doors for someone ready to work hard and follow in your footsteps.Your gift provides:• Meals during training to fuel focus and success.• Stipends so trainees can stay committed full-time.• Uniforms, tools, and certifications for day-one job readiness.Why it mattersEvery dollar directly suppo...
Westside Works Alumni: Be Part of the Culinary Legacy
From the Mercedes-Benz Stadium kitchen to your own dining room, your journey shows what’s possible.Westside Works helped you launch your career in culinary arts and hospitality. Now, you can give back and ensure the next generation has the same opportunities you did.Your donation provides:• Meals during training so students can stay fueled and focused.• Stipends to relieve financial stress and allow full-time training.• Free uniforms, tools, and certifications so graduates are ready to shine on day one.Why it mattersYour success is proof of what’s possible with training and support. By givi...
When Workforce Works
Good Jobs. Skilled Workers. Strong Communities.When workforce works, everything changes.A good job is more than a paycheck – it’s a pathway to stability, opportunity, and economic mobility. It’s how we end hunger, prevent homelessness, and build brighter futures.But not all work works.CareerRise is addressing this issue by expanding access to opportunities and resources that promote economic mobility, support skilled workers, champion good jobs, and strengthen communities.Your gift makes “workforce work” for everyone.WHY IT MATTERS → Food Insecurity: Good jobs mean families eat every ...