STRIVE's Hidden Heroes of the Frontline

Not everyone has equal access to the American Dream.

STRIVE is here to change that.

We exist to remove the barriers that stand between our students and economic mobility that disproportionately impede Black and Brown communities.

That pursuit of economic justice is why we serve whom we do:

You’ve met these graduates as hidden heroes of the frontline, making our communities a better place. 

You see what we see in them: Talent. Determination. Value. 

Your donation to STRIVE helps to stop economic injustice. Give before June 30 and your donation will be matched up to $40,000. 

Every gift helps fund 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

Our students are determined to overcome the challenges placed in their way. They come to STRIVE ready to seize their own destiny, in pursuit of a life-changing career. 

We can’t do this without the partnership of donors like you. Thank you for supporting STRIVE and doubling your impact.  

STRIVE's Hidden Heroes of the Frontline: Catana

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.