The Work of Opportunity
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Sep 29, 2025
As the US approaches its 250th anniversary, we are reflecting on America’s founding ideals—and asking whether the promise of opportunity still holds true today.
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Jul 17, 2023
Envisioning the Future of Tutoring and Education with Alan Safran and AJ Gutierrez
Alan Safran and AJ Gutierrez of Saga Education join the Trending in Education Podcast to discuss how Saga's high-impact tutoring model is supporting students in need.
Media
Jul 13, 2023
Unlocking potential for incarcerated people through Pell Grant reinstatement
Writing for the Boston Globe, the Vera Institute of Justice's President and Director, Nicholas Turner, celebrates the recent reinstatement of Pell Grants for incarcerated people while outlining additional steps that still need to be taken.
Media
Jul 11, 2023
Helping to give second chances to New Yorkers after incarceration
Spectrum 1 News highlights the Center for Employment Opportunities.
Updates
Jun 20, 2023
Recognizing Progress
Recognizing that changing the life trajectories of young people and families in poverty in the US is long-term work that requires long-term investment, Blue Meridian shares examples of investees that have made progress toward their scaling goals.
Media
Jun 20, 2023
How Many People Does It Take for the Government to Send a Text?
Bloomberg spotlights Code for America and shares how the organization is partnering with states through its Safety Net Innovation Lab to improve public benefits access and increase enrollment for eligible individuals.
Media
Jun 9, 2023
N.Y. Lawmakers Pass Clean Slate Act as Session Fizzles to an End
The New York Times reports on the passage of the Clean Slate Act by the New York State Legislature.
Media
May 31, 2023
Victims of violent crime drive legislative change to state programs, pushing against barriers to aid
The Associated Press highlights how the Alliance for Safety and Justice organizes victims of crime to advocate for better victim support from state legislatures.
Media
May 26, 2023
Indeed launches platform for skills-based hiring
HR Dive reports on Indeed’s recently launched platform, Skill Connect, which partners with programs like Year Up and Per Scholas to help job seekers promote their skills and training certifications to potential employers.
Media
May 26, 2023
Want Fresno County to be a top place to raise kids? Focus on first five years
Fabiola Gonzalez from First Five Fresno County, part of the Fresno Cradle to Career Partnership, writes about the importance of investing in early childhood development.
Media
May 17, 2023
Man brought up in foster care dedicated to adopting kids at risk of aging out of system
CBS Evening News spotlights Joe Toles, who, after growing up in and aging out of the foster care system, has adopted eight sons of his own, most of whom through Wendy's Wonderful Kids.