Community Partners
What is a Community Partner?
Our Community Partners provide essential wrap-around services to support our students through the lifecycle from intake, through graduation, and into job-placement.
We hand select our community partners because of their proven commitment to their neighborhoods, ability to offer strong one-on-one case management services, and shared philosophy that prioritizes quality outcomes for individuals seeking opportunities.
Why Become a PJSI Community Partner?
Expanded Services
Your organization already delivers valuable services to your community. By incorporating Project JumpStart (PJSI) training into your offerings, you can enrich your clients' lives without the need to develop new curricula or expand staff.
Break Down Silos
Cities like Houston, TX demonstrate that removing silos within workforce and housing ecosystems leads to stronger outcomes for individuals and families. By combining our strengths and resources, we can create a greater collective impact and extend our reach. Watch Sunday Morning: How Houston is successfully reducing homelessness - Full show on CBS
Collaborative Budgets
Rather than competing for the same funding, collaboration allows us to pool resources and help more people by offering expanded opportunities.
Employer Conections
Employer engagement is often a significant barrier for community programs. PJSI has a robust network of industry employers, providing direct access to job opportunities through its placement process.
Project JumpStart's Track Record
1000+
Baltimore Residents Have Been Enrolled
80%
Of Students Graduate
75%+
Of Graduates Have Been Placed Into high Wage Construction Careers
150+
Graduates Have Started a Formal 4-Year Apprenticeship
150
Different Employers Have Hired JumpStart Graduates
50+
Employers Have Hired more than One Graduate