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Building a Future That Works for Everyone
Our country’s economic success hinges on building a workforce that includes everyone. But millions of people are unable to access the education and training they need for the jobs of the future. We want to reimagine what’s possible, and transform learning and working in the United States.
Our vision: By 2033, 75 million Americans facing barriers to economic advancement will have quality jobs.
Reimagine. Rebuild. Together.
For more than 40 years, Jobs for the Future has partnered with organizations like yours to design solutions, scale best practices, influence policy and action, and invest in innovations.
Together, we’re leading public, private, and nonprofit changemakers to new ideas and evidence-based solutions to expand economic opportunity for all and strengthen the workforce of the future.
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Braided Funding
April 15, 2025This resource provides an overview of braided funding as a financial management strategy to ensure the sustainability of community-based organizations. Resources Here’s a list of resources and guides that provide further details about braided funding…
ToolEffectively Managing Public Grant Spend-Down
April 15, 2025This JFF tool assists organizations in addressing the challenges of managing public fund spend-down by offering mitigation strategies, including effective budgeting, cash flow management, and regulatory compliance. < Return to HRTF Sustainability Toolkit Overview Grant…
ToolCapacity and Skills Needed to Manage Funds
April 15, 2025This JFF resource will guide nonprofit workforce organizations in assessing the capacity and skills needed for effective financial management of their grants. < Return to HRTF Sustainability Toolkit Overview This JFF resource offers guidance on…
ToolSecuring Unrestricted Funds Through a Fee-for-Service Model
April 15, 2025A fee-for-service model offers nonprofits a way to secure unrestricted funds by charging directly for specific services. It involves assessing costs, setting prices, marketing offerings, and aligning with market needs. < Return to HRTF Sustainability…
ToolStrategic Funder Communication & Outreach
April 15, 2025This tool provides guidance for nonprofit workforce development organizations on how they can initiate outreach and keep up communications with potential funders. < Return to HRTF Sustainability Toolkit Overview This resource from Jobs for the…
ToolCollaborating With the Public Workforce System in California
April 15, 2025A Guide for Community-Based Organizations This guide provides actionable tips and resources to initiate a discussion and potential partnership with your local workforce development board. It was developed within the context of California’s public workforce…
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