I'm a single dad, trained + ready to work. Need the right gear to work in my field.

About JT

I turned my life around and I want to start working to help ease my financial difficulties. This will also allow me to start a stronger foundation for my children's future. It will also allow me to… Read more

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Thanks from JT Jan 22, 2013

I would like to send my appreciation and gratitude to everyone who assisted me in reaching my needed goal. I am currently searching for a welding job and hope to find one soon. I am hoping that the equipment that I received will help further my chances in finding job opportunities. Once again, I would like to thank everyone who donated and helped. I will be looking forward to putting all that I have received to good use. I know truly that myself and my family will benefit greatly from what you all have bestowed upon me.

Eric shares his gratitude Nov 27, 2012

I would like to thank all of whom participate in the well-being of others. I an industrial manufacturing field, safety & personal protective equipment are of main importance. I am very pleased to hear that J.T.'s needs have been funded. Thank you very much.

-Eric White, Validator and Weld Instructor at Jane Addams Resource Corporation

My need

I need welding gear to start my job. This includes: auto strike helmet, flame retardant weld jacket, gauntlet style weld gloves, metatarsal safety boots, and a head cover beanie. 

Right now, my biggest challenge is I'm gaining work skills that I need, but I don't have the right equipment. This means when I am hired, I can't start work. Meeting this need will help me achieve future goals because once I have the equipment to start a job, that will allow me to earn money to find a home for me and my son.

My situation

My current situation is I'm training to be a welder in a program that allows for job placement. My problem is that, upon being placed in a job, I won't have the equipment I need to start.

Meeting this need will help me because I am really eager to work. Upon restarting work I will therefore be a more consistent provider for my family. 

My personal goal is to become a certified welder and potentially be settled into a career.  

About Eric White

My job title is Weld Instructor and I have been in this position since April 18, 2011. My work involves training trainees in understanding the welding process and MIG, TIG, and Stick welding to better enhance their employment possibilities. Through interactive communication, hands on demonstration,… Read more

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I have known JT for about 5 weeks. He is a trainee of mine in the welding program. 

I think meeting his need is important because in the welding industry, personal protective equipment is needed to protect the welder from hazards associated with welding and injury to self and possibly others. After going through the welding programs, our students get placed in jobs with our partner companies, but they cannot start work until they have their own gear. 

This will move the recipient's life forward by allowing him to start a career that's both challenging and rewarding. JT is a dedicated worker and has a professional demeanor. Once he starts his welding career, he will be able to financially support himself and his son. 

It is clear from his demeanor that he enjoys welding very much. JT has great potential for a long career in the industry.