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What makes employment social enterprises stand out? 🌟 Beyond offering paid, on-the-job training for individuals overcoming barriers like justice-system involvement or homelessness, these enterprises provide crucial stabilizing support and act as a springboard for increasingly mobile career journeys. 🚀💼 Dive into our latest impact report and discover why we’re passionate about backing these mission-driven businesses. 📊❤️ https://lnkd.in/evew2u66

Meet Steven, an Angeleno who is a loving uncle and brother working hard to provide for his family. When Steven enrolled in LA:RISE at Good Soil Industries and Rio Hondo AJCC, he was taking care of his nephew while his sister worked to keep them housed. During his time as an LA:RISE participant, he developed a strong relationship with his case managers, and was able to harness the power of the organization’s supportive services.  Steven is now working with California Conservation Corps where he not only loves what he does, but also has financial stability to reach his goals!  LA:RISE connects partners across sectors under one common goal: to ensure Angelenos experiencing barriers to employment step onto their path to economic mobility. To read more stories, like Steven’s, visit redf.org/larise. #larise

Earlier this month REDF was invited to join Butte County Office of Education's annual Employee Recognition Event, where we were honored to receive the “Community Partner” award for our support of the BCOE Back2Work program. We are very grateful for the partnership with BCOE and Caltrans to help support employment social enterprises and provide career pathways for Californians breaking through employment barriers. We’re excited for another impactful year ahead!

REDF is hiring! Do you know an experienced financial leader with a passion for making a social impact? REDF is on the lookout for a Controller to oversee our financial operations. This crucial position involves managing financial reporting, ensuring compliance, and building a high-performing accounting team poised for our growth. Join our team of strategists, creatives, and coaches as we work to build an economy that works for everyone. Apply now! https://lnkd.in/dgFg_AU3

🚀 Last week marked the official kickoff of CA RISE, the nation's FIRST statewide investment in employment social enterprises! 🎉✨ What’s that mean? 61 incredible employment social enterprise (ESE) businesses have been awarded a game-changing $25 million in grant funding and capacity-building support. This means thousands more Californians are about to experience the power of work and opportunity! Let's celebrate this HUGE win together, thanks to: 👏 The bold and tenacious leaders whose dedication provides hundreds of jobs for those facing employment barriers. 🌟 Visionary policy leaders like Senator Josh Becker and Assemblymember Isaac Bryan, who truly believe in the power of building an economy that works for everyone. 🚀 Our CEO, Maria Kim, and the entire CA RISE team, for their unwavering commitment to bringing this vision to life. 🤝 And of course, California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) for their partnership throughout and Lendistry for administering this change-making grant! Yet another reminder that together, we can thrive! WE are so excited to see what the future holds. 🚀 #CARISE #EmploymentSocialEnterprise #CommunityImpact #JobCreation

Meet the 25 Los Angeles-based nonprofit leaders who are ready to start social enterprises that create opportunities in their community! The Economic Mobility Incubator (EMI) is a dynamic partnership between Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity, REDF, and the Center for Nonprofit Management (CNM) Los Angeles. REDF leads the Social Enterprise Training Program portion, which equips nonprofits leaders in the cohort with the tools, resources, and support needed to start impact-driven, revenue-generating businesses. Lots of excitement in store, stay tuned as these nonprofits bring their big ideas to life! 💫 https://lnkd.in/d2hY98ev

Are you a social entrepreneur on the proverbial precipice? Learn more about our Accelerator! https://lnkd.in/gixMu3YR

Applications for the 2025 #REDFAccelerator are now open! This six-month, cohort-based program is designed exclusively for leaders of businesses that employ, upskill, and support people overcoming barriers to employment. You’ll access curriculum, coaching, and connections to fuel your professional development and your business’ success. This year we’re inviting two people from each interested enterprise to apply as pairs! Ready? Learn more: redf.org/accelerator #accelerator #socialentrepreneur #socialentrepreneurship #socialenterprise #socent

Big congrats to REDF Board Member Bonnie Boswell who was recently awarded the Los Angeles Emmy award for BONNIE BOSWELL PRESENTS: SAVING MOMS, a powerful documentary that examines why groups of women disproportionately experience higher mortality rates related to pregnancy and childbirth in the country.  https://lnkd.in/gUDpVfjb

Meet Johnny, an LA: RISE participant, who consistently reminds us of the power of determination, self-belief, and opportunity. After a 14-year prison sentence, Johnny made a commitment to rewrite his story. Ready to embark on a new path, he found the Center for Living and Learning, where he participated in their Adult Reentry Grant (ARG) Job Readiness services. Upon completion of the program, he was referred to LA:RISE. As an LA:RISE participant, Johnny embraced every opportunity for personal and professional growth. Through dedication and hard work, he earned certifications in Case Management, Mental Health First Aid, and CPR. He became a Registered Alcohol and Drug Technician, equipping himself with the tools needed to make a meaningful impact in his chosen field. Go, Johnny! Today, Johnny is a Substance Use Technician at Cri-Help, where he channels his experiences and newfound expertise to support others on their own journeys of recovery and empowerment. Programs like LA:RISE help connect people like Johnny to opportunities to let their talents shine. And when they do, everyone benefits. Learn more: https://redf.org/larise/ #larise