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Year Up’s Chertavian finds a successor in Ellen McClain

By Jon Chesto | Oct 16, 2023

On Tuesday, Year Up will announce that president Ellen McClain will take over as chief executive on Dec. 1.

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These Job-Training Programs Work, and May Show Others the Way

By Steve Lohr | Oct 3, 2022

Year Up is one of a relative handful of nonprofits that have established track records of lifting young adults into jobs that can be ladders to the

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LinkedIn and Year Up partner for a more diverse IT future

By Sarah K. White | Mar 14, 2022

In the CIO Magazine article "LinkedIn and Year Up partner for a more diverse IT future" by Sarah K. White:

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Fred Mutsinzi went from homelessness to venture capital. Here’s how.

By Peter Coy | Jan 7, 2022

In The New York Times article "Fred Mutsinzi went from homelessness to venture capital. Here’s how" by Peter Coy:

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9 Ways to Raise More From Donor-Advised Funds

By Lisa Schohl | Apr 23, 2024

Amid the rise of donor-advised funds (DAFs), nonprofits like Year Up are seeing significant growth in contributions. In an interview with The Chronicle, Susan Murray, National Director of Corporate Engagement, Development, and Revenue Operations at Year Up, shares key insights on maximizing donor-advised fund (DAF) contributions.

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In The News

Our Regions Business news segment with Bill Flannigan

By Bill Flannigan | Sep 10, 2023

Lisa Dyas, Site Director of Year Up Pittsburgh, discusses how Year Up facilitates connections between young adults and employers like BNY Mellon. BNY Mellon's partnership with Year Up aims to open doors to corporate careers for motivated individuals without college degrees, contributing to building a more diverse workforce in Pittsburgh.
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Year Up founder, CEO Chertavian writes: There's no going back on ESG

By Gerald Chertavian | Jun 27, 2023

Despite recent backlash, CEOs reconsidering ESG initiatives should note that 70% acknowledge their positive financial impact. Gerald Chertavian emphasizes that ESG investments benefit both businesses and society. Companies partnering with Grads of Life, like those in the OneTen coalition, demonstrate how ESG practices drive profitability and social impact. Chertavian urges CEOs to prioritize long-term corporate practices over short-term political concerns for sustained success.
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What Is An Internship And How Do You Land One?

By William Arruda | Jun 13, 2023

Internships are pivotal for career advancement, offering invaluable hands-on experience and networking opportunities for college students and recent graduates.
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Bank of America employees find success through job training program

By Alex Giles | Jun 2, 2023

The partnership between Bank of America and the Year Up job training program has become a successful endeavor, according to representatives from both organizations.
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Year Up offers training to young adults in the field of technology

By Barbara Campos | Apr 12, 2023

Year Up Admissions Manager Gisela Santana Viera highlights the program's impact, noting salary increases and career progression for graduates, including executive roles like vice president, demonstrating the program's long-term benefits.
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4 nonprofits fostering diversity and career advancement in IT

By Sarah K. White | Dec 22, 2022

In the CIO Magazine article "4 nonprofits fostering diversity and career advancement in IT" by Sarah K. White:
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Press Releases

Year Up’s Annual Alumni Summit Focuses on “Bridging the Gap” to Increase Access to Opportunity

Sep 13, 2023

Year Up Announces Launch of Client Advisory Board to Further Advance Skills-Based Hiring

Aug 29, 2023

Year Up Receives $4.5 million Grant from Ascendium Education Group to Expand Google Career Certificates Programs in Austin and Seattle

Feb 15, 2023

Year Up Promotes Ellen McClain to President to Lead Organization in Scaling Access to Opportunity for Young Adults and Impact on Employer Systems

Sep 27, 2022

Year Up Receives $25 Million Gift from The Meg and Bennett Goodman Family Foundation

Aug 4, 2022