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Year Up’s Chertavian finds a successor in Ellen McClain View the story on The Boston Globe

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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

What’s Holding Companies Back From Expanding Diversity

By Maitane Sardon and Dieter Holger | Oct 26, 2019

U.S. companies face challenges in promoting ethnic and racial diversity in boards and senior leadership roles, despite recognizing the importance of diversity and inclusion. Some companies such as PayPal are partnering with programs like Year Up to actively seeking underrepresented voices and implementing diverse hiring policies. Nahtifa Wright gained a full-time position at PayPal through Year Up's training, highlighting the impact of such partnerships. Despite lingering educational disparities and biases, proactive steps like actively recruiting underrepresented voices are crucial.
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Resume Issues? Need An Internship? This Organization Can Help

By Amr Alfiki | Feb 8, 2019

In the NPR article "Resume Issues? Need An Internship? This Organization Can Help" by Amr Alfiki:
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Press Releases

Year Up Announces New Austin Site Offering Google Career Certificates and Accelerated Courses to Connect Young Adults with Technology Careers

Jun 17, 2022

Year Up Announces Increasing Return on Investment and Sustained $8,000 Earnings Gains for Young Adults

May 17, 2022

Year Up Announces Talent for Tomorrow Alliance with Per Scholas, Capital Partners for Education, Genesys Works and New Futures

Apr 7, 2022

Paul Edgerley of Bain Capital Private Equity to Serve as New Board Chair of National Nonprofit Year Up, with Year Up Alumnus Greg Walton as Vice-Chair

Oct 21, 2021

Year Up Partnership with BNY Mellon Offers Internships Program for Pittsburgh-Area Young Adults

Sep 1, 2021