The Aspire Center for Workforce Innovation is a seamless and collaborative hub for high-performing workforce training and wealth-building programs. The development of the Aspire Center represents a long-term investment in the people of Austin — it transforms the shuttered Emmet Elementary School into a state-of-the-art, multi-use facility where organizations will provide services to residents, community […]
Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program
The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity has administered a grant program, which established a network of community-based, nonprofit organizations throughout Illinois to provide services free of charge to recruit, pre-screen and provide pre-apprenticeship skills training. At the completion of the program, a diverse group of qualified candidates will gain new skills and be work-ready for […]
United
United is an airline that offers multiple benefits to its employees, training them in different areas related not only to the technical aspects of maintaining an airline, but also to business matters. Through the United Leadership Institute, they promote learning and development based on personal skills for professional development and leadership for both their team […]
Entrenuity
Entrenuity offers entrepreneurship education and training, coaching and development for small businesses, and scalable business development opportunities. It has been operating in Chicago for over 25 years. They offer resources for people looking to start their own business, both domestically and internationally. They offer various training options, including in-person workshops, step-by-step guides, facilitator training, virtual […]
Clean Grid Alliance
They promote renewable energy in the Midwest with technical and policy expertise in advocating for solar, wind, storage, and transmission energy, working with energy developers, supply chains, agricultural groups, and environmental advocacy groups. They share their knowledge through programs, as one of their missions is to provide educational resources that expand public support for renewable […]
Conservation Legacy
Conservation Legacy is developing future leaders for the workforce by directly engaging them in service projects to care for America’s lands. We support the economic mobility of young people and veterans by helping them develop strength, skills, and power to better their lives, and by working to provide career paths and paths to education. Our […]
Brethren Volunteer Service
BVS is a full-time volunteer program that places adult volunteers in projects in the United States and some locations around the world to advocate justice, work for peace, serve human need, and care for creation. As part of BVS, volunteers share their time and talents to work at issues that are greater than themselves. Service […]
Outward Bound USA
Outward Bound USA offers outdoor education programs, connecting with nature through expeditions in remote locations across the U.S. Motivated by allowing young people to explore their personal potential in these spaces, this project offers programs in local schools and neighborhoods for all ages. The “Classic Expeditions for Middle School Students” category is designed to connect […]