FRESH START WOMEN'S FOUNDATION


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Locations: ARIZONA, NEW YEAR

University of Phoenix Supports Fresh Start Women’s Foundation Annual Fundraising Gala

Retrieved on: 
Monday, April 15, 2024

University of Phoenix is proud to share its support of the Fresh Start Women’s Foundation annual gala as a platinum sponsor.

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  • University of Phoenix is proud to share its support of the Fresh Start Women’s Foundation annual gala as a platinum sponsor.
  • Members of University of Phoenix’s Employee Resource Group (ERG), Phoenix Women Rising, attended the event in support of the nonprofit foundation.
  • A pillar in the Phoenix community for over 30 years, Fresh Start Women’s Foundation transforms lives by providing access to comprehensive resources that help women thrive.
  • “It is an honor to attend this event and support the important work of Fresh Start Women’s Foundation,” shared University of Phoenix Strategic Integration Manager and Director of Purchasing for Phoenix Women Rising, Laura Schonberger.

A New Year, A Fresh Start: Exciting Free Career Training Programs for Women in 2024

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

PHOENIX, Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the New Year brings fresh beginnings, Fresh Start, a Phoenix-based non-profit that empowers women to succeed, is celebrating the success of its career training programs in 2023 and offering exciting opportunities in 2024.

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  • PHOENIX, Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the New Year brings fresh beginnings, Fresh Start, a Phoenix-based non-profit that empowers women to succeed, is celebrating the success of its career training programs in 2023 and offering exciting opportunities in 2024.
  • Fresh Start partners with educational institutions and employers to provide free career training opportunities.
  • Fresh Start's Women in Finance program is designed for women interested in pursuing a career in banking and finance.
  • Fresh Start has partnered with Mesa Community College to offer a free 10-day, hands-on training program for this in-demand career.

Fresh Start Expands Services for Women of Color Through $1.3 million Investment from JPMorgan Chase

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, May 18, 2023

Through a $1.3-million commitment from JPMorgan Chase to Fresh Start Women's Foundation , the nonprofit will provide expanded resources and support directly to women of color.

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  • Through a $1.3-million commitment from JPMorgan Chase to Fresh Start Women's Foundation , the nonprofit will provide expanded resources and support directly to women of color.
  • Fresh Start was selected as one of eight organizations nationwide to be awarded a grant from JPMorgan Chase's Annual Challenge competition .
  • We couldn't be more grateful to JPMorgan Chase for the support that will allow us to expand and scale services to women of color throughout Greater Phoenix."
  • At JPMorgan Chase, we're thrilled to help Fresh Start expand its skills training, financial coaching, wrap-around support, and access to culturally-competent mental health services for women of color."

Unitek Joins Forces with Fresh Start Women's Foundation to Expand Support for Students in Arizona

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unitek Learning is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Fresh Start Women's Foundation (Fresh Start). A pillar in the Phoenix community for over 30 years, Fresh Start provides access and resources that empower women to achieve self-sufficiency and use their strength to thrive. The two organizations will partner on an aligned approach to supporting women on their journey toward real-world education by offering Fresh Start's Impact Program to Unitek's Arizona-based students.

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  • NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unitek Learning is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Fresh Start Women's Foundation ( Fresh Start ).
  • "Since 1992, Fresh Start Women's Foundation has been on a mission to positively reshape the lives of women and strengthen our communities," said Janis Paulson, Chief Executive Officer at Unitek Learning.
  • Through this transformative partnership, Fresh Start will work with Unitek Learning to better assist students in Arizona by providing its students with access to Fresh Start's Impact Program, including comprehensive support services and trained experts.
  • "We're honored to join forces with Fresh Start Women's Foundation and help change the healthcare workforce.

Fresh Start Women's Foundation Named One of Five Recipients Nationwide to Receive a $500,000+ Grant from the US Department of Labor

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Monday, August 29, 2022

PHOENIX, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The US Department of Labor announced that Fresh Start Women's Foundation is one of five nationwide recipients and the first and only Arizona-based organization to receive its Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) grant. Fresh Start will be awarded $542,358 and will use this money to support women in pursuing sustainable careers in non-traditional fields, such as technology and the trades.

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  • Fresh Start will be awarded $542,358 and will use this money to support women in pursuing sustainable careers in non-traditional fields, such as technology and the trades.
  • Careers in IT/Technology and Construction/Related Trades have the potential for high wages and career advancement, but women are historically underrepresented in these jobs.
  • For example, Fresh Start recently graduated 12 women from one of its non-traditional occupational training programs (Semi-conductor Manufacturing) in partnership with Intel and Mesa Community College .
  • The grant, administered by the DOL's Women's Bureau and Employment and Training Administration, will provide Fresh Start the opportunity to expand enrollment in technology and trades programs.

Fresh Start Women's Foundation Leverages Technology from Gray Associates to Match Women with Training and Employment Opportunities

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, November 3, 2021

"The insights provided via this technology allows us to take our mission to a whole new level," says Kim McWaters, President and CEO at Fresh Start.

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  • "The insights provided via this technology allows us to take our mission to a whole new level," says Kim McWaters, President and CEO at Fresh Start.
  • The data allow the Fresh Start team to form more strategic partnerships with schools, vocational training programs, and employers."
  • Additionally, Gray's approach harnesses the power of technology and machine learning to ensure Fresh Start can fulfill their mission more effectively and help more women."
  • About Fresh Start Women's Foundation:
    Since 1992, Fresh Start Women's Foundation has been on a mission to provide education, resources, and support for women to positively transform their lives and strengthen their communities.

Fresh Start Women's Foundation Names Kim McWaters as President and CEO

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 2, 2021

PHOENIX, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresh Start Women's Foundation , a Phoenix-based non-profit, today announced Kim McWaters as its new President and Chief Executive Officer.

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  • PHOENIX, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresh Start Women's Foundation , a Phoenix-based non-profit, today announced Kim McWaters as its new President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • For nearly 20 years, McWaters has served on the Fresh Start Board of Directors and since March 2020, has been its chairman.
  • McWaters comes to Fresh Start as the former, long-term president and CEO of Universal Technical Institute, the nation's leading provider of transportation technician training with more than 220,000 graduates.
  • Fresh Start Women's Foundation provides education, resources and support for women to positively transform their lives and strengthen our community.

Fresh Start Women's Foundation Announces CEO Retirement and Transition Plan

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, October 20, 2020

After a decade at the helm, Ms. Berman has achieved her goal to establish Fresh Start as a strong and exemplary leader in the community.

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  • After a decade at the helm, Ms. Berman has achieved her goal to establish Fresh Start as a strong and exemplary leader in the community.
  • "It has been the privilege of my professional life to serve as president and chief executive officer of Fresh Start Women's Foundation for the past decade,"said Ms. Berman.
  • We have a great team in place and I have complete confidence that Fresh Start will continue to grow and thrive.
  • Since 1992, Fresh Start Women's Foundation has been on a mission to provide education, resources and support for women to positively transform their lives and strengthen the community.