Our graduates are our hidden heroes of the frontline, and we are inspired by their determination to keep their communities moving and operating safely during these extraordinarily difficult times. We are grateful that you believe in STRIVE and our work to help change the lives of those who face the biggest obstacles to employment.
Meet STRIVE graduate Catana, who is a construction project manager for Universal Construction Resources and part of the emergency response team that prevents disasters in NYC. After a year of incarceration, Catana went through 7 different programs that left her frustrated and still unemployed. Then she found STRIVE. Catana credits STRIVE for making her a stronger person and is proud to go to work every day and contribute to the community. Listen to her story:
You can have double the impact! Make a gift by June 15 and your donation will be matched, up to $40,000. Every gift funds an immediate need:
$50 gives a student the clothing and equipment needed for a new job
$250 brings a student five remote one-on-one career coaching and support sessions with staff
$500 provides the personal protective equipment needed for a graduating class to work in essential industries
Your donations help STRIVE to care for and prepare our determined students for life-changing careers. Thanks to you, STRIVE’s hidden heroes across the nation are working diligently to help our communities. Will you support them with a hidden heroes gift?
Thank you for your generosity.