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Jane Addams Resource Corporation

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The Jane Addams Resource Corporation builds healthy communities through workforce, economic, and human development. It is rooted in the North Center, Lakeview, Lincoln Square, and Uptown neighborhoods of Chicago and serves the Chicagoland area through a strategic mix of industrial retention, training, and educational initiatives.

Validators

Eric WhiteEric 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,… More
EmilyEmily
My job title is Sr. Employment Coach. I have been in this position since June 2010. My work involves preparing JARC's trainees for work by assisting with resume and cover letter writing, mock interviews and other work readiness issues. What I like about my job is teaching Work Readiness Classes.… More
EmilyEmily
My job title is Senior Program Coordinator. I have been in this position since September 2009. My work involves coordinating our welding training program and overseeing our tutoring and Bridge program. At JARC we try to help people get the education, training, and supportive services they need to… More
AlexAlex
My job title is Employment Coach and I've been in this position since August 2011. My work involves engaging adults in quality education, leadership, career exploration, and employment opportunities that meet the demands of skills-based workforce in an effort for families to achieve economic… More

Needs validated

Moved to find work to support my son. Need safety gear to work as a welder.

Member: Damarion (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Eric White, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

Once I have a job, I can send for my son. I finished the program in welding and I am ready to work. More

$280of $280

Need funded!

6 supporters
Funded on 10/9/2012

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

Member: JT (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Eric White, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

I just finished a training in welding and the safety equipment is required before I work. More

$285of $280

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9 supporters
Funded on 11/15/2012

Learned a new skill; need welding supplies to start working

Member: Tom (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Eric White, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

I went through welding training and need the right gear to start a new job. More

$280of $280

Need funded!

6 supporters
Funded on 11/30/2012

Training for welding career - need equipment and transportation

Member: Tracy (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

I need welding equipment and gas cards to get to and from my training. This will give me a career job with good money--better than I make now. More

$437of $420

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15 supporters
Funded on 12/17/2012

Increase My Career Opportunities with Welding Gear

Member: Zoe (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

I want to be able to start a job as a welder as soon as I graduate from this program but I don't have the funds to buy the equipment I need. More

$445of $445

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2 supporters
Funded on 12/5/2012

Starting my career in the welding field; need protective equipment

Member: Buddy (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

I need welding equipment for employment. For me to have these items would mean a better chance at the job, and better things for my family. More

$280of $280

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7 supporters
Funded on 12/6/2012

I am moving forward and need a computer to take classes online

Member: LeAnn (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

A computer will help me go back to school quicker and increase my income. I need more earning potential so I can have my son live back home with me. More

$335of $335

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16 supporters
Funded on 12/17/2012

Parenting + in job training; need winter clothing for my children

Member: Bart (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

I need uniforms and winter coats and boots for my kids. Until I complete my job training program and start working, my kids need some essentials. More

$240of $240

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4 supporters
Funded on 11/22/2012

Warm winter boots and supplies for my children and steel-toed work boots for me

Member: Shawnta (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

I need just a little help to make it through the next 2 months of job training before I'll have a better paying career as a machinist. More

$465of $465

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10 supporters
Funded on 12/24/2012

It's getting cold out and my daughter needs winter clothing

Member: John (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

I'm a student and the sole provider for my daughter. Meeting this need will keep my daughter warm and healthy until I go back to work. More

$225of $225

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6 supporters
Funded on 12/5/2012

Need welding gear and gas cards as I train to be a welder and provide for my kids.

Member: Anita (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

If I can continue to get to my classes, appointments, and purchase safety equipment I can get the job I trained for and take care of my daughters. More

$460of $460

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9 supporters
Funded on 12/24/2012

Car repairs so my family can get to work and school safely

Member: Charles (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

Our family needs reliable transportation so my kids can get to school safely, my wife can get to work, and I can go to job interviews on-time. More

$563of $555

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13 supporters
Funded on 12/24/2012

Back on my feet! Just got a job and need help with security deposit to secure housing

Member: Jetaun (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

I'm currently homeless and need assistance with half of a security deposit. A secure home will help keep my son and I moving forward. More

$555of $555

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8 supporters
Funded on 12/19/2012

Just got a welding job! Need gear, safety glasses, and bus fare to pass my 90-day trial period

Member: John (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

I need welding gear and bus fare because I just got my first welding job! I also need to get prescription safety welding glasses so I weld better. More

$680of $665

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14 supporters
Funded on 2/12/2013

After two years I finally found a job! Now I need my car fixed so I can get to work.

Member: Mike (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Alex, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

My car failed the emissions test and I need to get it fixed so I can get to my new job. I cannot risk losing this job after having been unemployed. More

$780of $780

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20 supporters
Funded on 5/15/2013

From homelessness to graphic design school. Need a laptop and graphics software to make it.

Member: Charlize (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Alex, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

In the past year I went from living in a shelter to getting back onto my own two feet. I'm ready for school and a career that'll support my family. More

$785of $780

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31 supporters
Funded on 6/18/2013

I'm a dad ready to support my family. Can't work as a machinist without the safety gear and tools.

Member: Israel (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

They require precision measuring instruments + safety gear before you can work as a CNC machinist. I'm trained and ready to work and support my family More

$95of $460

20.652173913043478260869565220%

7 supporters
Needed by 7/30/2013

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Low-paying jobs most of my life. Ready to reach stability. Need welding gear to qualify for jobs.

Member: Phillip (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

My goal is to complete my certifications at JARC and find a job that will bring me financial stability. I need to buy my own welding equipment. More

$45of $515

8.737864077669902912621359220%

2 supporters
Needed by 7/30/2013

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I want to give my all to my career. I need welding gear for my certification and future job!

Member: Chaeyanne (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

Right now, I work part time, but once I'm certified, I'll get a full time job to provide for my family and be stable. First, I need welding gear. More

$35of $390

8.974358974358974358974358970%

2 supporters
Needed by 7/30/2013

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I have the skills to work as a welder - now I need the equipment to become employed

Member: Tony (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

Getting the right safety gear will allow me to take a job as soon as I get an offer from an employer More

$95of $560

16.964285714285714285714285710%

4 supporters
Needed by 7/30/2013

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Single mom saving for housing for my family; welding gear will help me get a job

Member: Angie (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

I need gear to get a welding job, because a manufacturing career will give me a stable income. Then I can provide a home and child care for my family. More

$115of $715

16.083916083916083916083916080%

4 supporters
Needed by 7/30/2013

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I need welding gear to finish my certification, get a job, save for a home, and support my mom

Member: Erick (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

The gear will make it easier to get a job in my field. I'm good with money so I plan on saving up for a better home and sending money back to my mom. More

$94of $780

12.051282051282051282051282050%

5 supporters
Needed by 7/30/2013

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Widow and mother of 3, I need welding gear to show employers I am prepared for the job

Member: Marie (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

My goal is to get my welding certification, find a job, and support my 3 kids. It's hard to provide for them when I'm not working full time. More

$455of $780

58.333333333333333333333333330%

6 supporters
Needed by 7/30/2013

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Working + in school. Need welding gear to start my new career + show my daughter hard work pays off

Member: Terry (Chicago, IL)
Validator: Emily, Jane Addams Resource Corporation

With welding gear I can start my new career + provide for my 12yo daughter. I've never had anyone help me before, and this would mean the world to me. More

$176of $495

35.555555555555555555555555560%

5 supporters
Needed by 7/30/2013

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