Beyond the Job Search: Building New Pathways to Employment
What our neighbors need today may look different from what they need tomorrow. Being part of a strong community means paying attention to both. For someone looking for work, the next step may be finding the right job. But sometimes it’s gaining a new skill, earning a credential or simply having access to an opportunity […]
What I Learned at Back to School – Year Two
Story by Blaine McCarty, NFCC’s Senior Manager of Brand Strategy Last year, I wrote about what I learned after my first Back to School event. At the time, I had only been with NFCC for four months. It was my first seasonal program on my first development team, and my first experience working for a […]
What I Learned at My First Back to School Event
Story by Blaine McCarty, NFCC’s Marketing & Communications Manager Among the 1,115 children and 507 families served this year, one story stood out to me. I met Jorda (name changed for privacy) as she struggled to carry six backpacks. I offered to help, and she lit up with gratitude. While waiting for her ride, we […]