"I was laid off here in Houston due to the economic downturn in February 2009, so I have been looking for a job for almost a year now. I have worked in the information technology industry in Houston for 30 years and I am 52 years old. At times I have been very discouraged because I would get interviews but never an offer."
Help the Unemployed Find Jobs
"FEGS provided me with one-on-one career counseling, job search classes, access to their computer lab and job search postings and support. My counselor has given me constructive and innovative job search advice and sharpened my search skills. I have taken classes with FEGS which have helped improve my interviewing skills, networking capabilities, knowledge of LinkedIn and other internet based job search tools."
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Volunteer or donate to these Job Training nonprofits
JUBILEE JOBS INC
Washington, DC
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From the first volunteer meeting I could tell Jubilee Jobs had a ...
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DC Central Kitchen, Inc.
On 11/26/2011, Jan T wrote:
Washington, DC
57 reviews
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October 2006 my husband and I married. We employed "Fresh Start ...
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Community Family Life Services, Inc.
On 02/28/2011, live2serve wrote:
Washington, DC
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Community Family Life Services is a truly inspirational ...
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Perry School Community Services Center, Inc.
On 01/05/2011, ahimsaahimsa wrote:
Washington, DC
1 review
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Perry School does a wonderful job serving the Washington D.C. ...
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Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington
On 11/30/2010, Jane wrote:
Washington, DC
14 reviews
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I've volunteered for almost three years as a member of Samaritan ...
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Arlington Street People's Assistance Network, Inc.
Arlington, VA
15 reviews
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I have had the pleasure of working with A-SPAN over the past few ...
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Springboard Enterprises
On 06/22/2010, kelly14 wrote:
Washington, DC
17 reviews
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I was truly amazed by the Springboard experience. The boot-camp ...
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WIDER OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN INC
On 05/27/2010, ramsey-alwin wrote:
Washington, DC
11 reviews
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WOW is an awesome organization. The inter-generational mission ...
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Suited for Change
On 05/27/2010, karen22 wrote:
Washington, DC
11 reviews
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Before I became a board member, I had been aware of Suited for ...
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Background
As of December 2011, 13 million US citizens don't have a job. In addition to fewer job opportunities, many people don't know where to find a job, find it difficult to start the search for a career, and lack some of the basic skills.
Fortunately, nearly 30,000 nonprofits exist to fight the rising unemployment rate. They help people find employment and prepare for new jobs by teaching them how to create a resume and use a computer.
You can help others find success by volunteering or donating to a job training organization near you.