CareerRise Receives Grant from Bank of America to Support Economic Mobility and Workforce Development Initiatives in Metro Atlanta

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ATLANTA, Georgia – CareerRise, a non-profit organization committed to advancing economic mobility and regional prosperity through the development of strong partnerships between employers and skilled talent, has received a grant of $75,000 from Bank of America. This funding will strengthen CareerRise’s capacity, allowing the organization to expand its reach to a wider group of stakeholders and to provide support for ongoing and new workforce development initiatives.

To strengthen the Atlanta community, Bank of America focuses on improving the lives of individuals and families by investing in high-demand industry sectors and supports training programs to strengthen broader community vitality. Their commitment is reflected in this grant, which addresses critical needs related to increasing economic mobility in communities from various cultural backgrounds by supporting CareerRise’s mission.

“Partnering with CareerRise to address important issues like workforce development is part of our commitment to creating sustainable change in Atlanta,” said Al McRae, president, Bank of America Atlanta. “Investing in Atlanta nonprofits demonstrates how Bank of America is taking action to provide the resources and support needed to help build thriving communities long-term.

Bank of America’s continued collaboration with nonprofit partners, local organizations, and public and private sector leaders has been pivotal in driving economic mobility for vulnerable populations in Atlanta.
“Through the bank’s grant and partnership, CareerRise will be able to further its work in connecting Metro Atlanta residents to sustainable wage careers and expanding regional economic development,” said John Helton, President and CEO of CareerRise. “We are incredibly grateful for Bank of America’s investment in our community.”

About CareerRise, Inc.
CareerRise is a workforce intermediary that strategically connects the dots between employers, training providers, support services, job seekers, and workforce funders to build partnerships and implement impactful workforce strategies in Metro Atlanta. To learn more about CareerRise, please visit our website.

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Media Contact: Allison Carpenter, Communications Manager, CareerRise, [email protected]