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  • On Friday, November 21st, 2025, Westside Works will celebrate a transformative milestone: the 50th graduating class of Construction Ready at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. This is more than a ceremony, it's a testament to what happens when community, employers, and job seekers come together to create real pathways to economic mobility.

    Since becoming Westside Works' first official training partner in 2014, Construction Ready has changed lives. Over 2,034 individuals have completed the program, with 900+ Westside residents gaining the skills and certifications needed for family-sustaining careers. With 200+ loyal employer partners, each graduate walks across the stage with a job already secured, building Atlanta's skyline on projects like Centennial Yards and beyond.

    Your sponsorship doesn't just support an event, it invests in the future of Atlanta's workforce. Westside Works now operates four career pathways in healthcare, culinary & hospitality, information technology, and skilled trades, connecting individuals furthest from opportunity to sustainable employment that strengthens our entire region.

    This graduation represents 11 years of collaboration, innovation, and lasting change. Be part of this historic moment and help us continue building bridges to opportunity for those who need them most.

    Sponsorship levels range from $250 to $25,000, with benefits including graduation recognition, logo placement, social media features, VIP seating, and direct engagement opportunities with program participants.

    Together, we're not just celebrating graduates, we're building Atlanta's future, one career at a time.

    Sponsorship Opportunities:

    Legacy Builder — $25,000

    —  Celebrate a lasting impact on Westside Works’ future; sponsor 10 students with full program coverage.

    Golden Milestone Partner — $10,000

    —  Honor the 50th Graduating Class with a meaningful partnership; sponsor 4 students with full program coverage.

    Rising Star Sponsor — $5,500

    —  Directly empower a student’s journey to success; sponsor 1 student with full program coverage.

    Wraparound Champion — $1,000

    —  Funds transportation, childcare, tools, and stipends to remove challenges for participants.

    Community Connector — $500

    —  Supports meals and industry lunch & learns for networking and learning.

    Career Catalyst — $250

    —  Helps host employer job fairs connecting graduates with career opportunities.

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    CareerRise is a workforce development intermediary and funders collaborative. We strategically connect the dots between employers, training providers, support services, job seekers, and workforce funders to build partnerships and implement impactful workforce strategies in metro Atlanta.