🎓 Breaking Barriers in Higher Education 🎓 Many obstacles, often underestimated, make higher education feel out of reach for many. Let’s shed some light on them and start a conversation… 💬👇 #HigherEducation #BreakingBarriers #EducationForAll #AccessToEducation #OvercomingObstacles #EduEquality #SupportEducation
Able Works
Financial Services
East Palo Alto, California 248 followers
Able Works, an economic justice nonprofit in Northern California
About us
Our mission is to equip individuals with financial education, life skills and assets that enable them to live free from oppression and poverty. Our vision is to live in a society where every individual has the ability to fulfill their greatest human potential. Our programs empower youth and young adults the Bay Area to move toward economic self-sufficiency by instilling a deeper understanding of life and finances. We empower aspiring students and young mothers and connect them to the resources and opportunities of Silicon Valley. Able Works has two core: FutureProfits and AchievAble. FutureProfits is a financial education, decision-making and life skills program that is specifically geared toward under-resourced high school-aged students, which to date has served over 6,000 students. An extension of FutureProfits, AchieveAble surrounds youth navigating the transition from high school to college with 1:1 coaching, academic advising, a supportive team experience, and more. Able Works is a 501(c)(3) and our tax ID number is 20-2175098
- Website
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http://able.is
External link for Able Works
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- East Palo Alto, California
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2005
Locations
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Primary
1836 Bay Road
Suite B
East Palo Alto, California 94303, US
Employees at Able Works
Updates
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Should we encourage young adults to pursue higher education? There is an extensive online discussion on whether young adults should attend college. While many people succeed without degrees, getting a higher education can only make it easier and open more opportunities for success. Do you think college is worth it? #CommunityCollege #HigherEducation #FutureGoals #InvestInYourself #CollegeLife #EducationMatters #StudentSuccess #CareerGrowth #AffordableEducation
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Do you have a friend who got you through college? 🎓💕 Community colleges can feel isolated without a supportive network. That's why we created the AchieveAble program—to build that community for you! 🤝✨ #CollegeLife #SupportSystem #AchieveAble #CommunityCollege #NeverAlone
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Does anyone else love Excel spreadsheets?🙋🏽♀️ Meet Angie, our dedicated Data Manager at Able Works. Angie excels 😉 at gathering and analyzing data from our programs. Her expertise ensures that we meet our students' needs and continuously identify areas for improvement. Her meticulous work behind the scenes is pivotal in driving our mission forward. Do you share Angie's love for Excel and data analysis? Tell us how you use spreadsheets to make a difference in your work! #DataDriven #ExcelEnthusiast #MeetTheTeam #AbleWorks
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🎓 About to start attending community college? Don’t worry. We’ve got you covered! Here are some tips to set yourself up for success in your classes: 1. Stay Organized 🗂️: Use a planner or digital calendar to keep track of assignment deadlines and exam dates. 2. Attend All Classes 📚: Regular attendance can help you stay on top of the material and participate in class discussions. 3. Manage Your Time ⏰: Prioritize your tasks and create a study schedule to avoid last-minute cramming. 4. Seek Help When Needed 🙋♂️: If you’re struggling, don’t hesitate to ask questions in class, visit office hours, or get tutoring. 5. Take Care of Yourself 🌿: Maintain a healthy balance between studying and personal time. Get enough sleep, eat well, and exercise. Do you have more tips for college students? Drop them in the comments below! ⬇️✨ #CommunityCollege #StudentSuccess #CollegeTips #BackToSchool
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Students need structured, cohesive support to succeed. Students from under-resourced communities face hurdles in understanding mainstream economics. Financial education can break barriers and transform lives. Challenges include: 🔸 Limited financial education access 🔸 Few banking options 🔸 Vulnerability to predatory loans 🔸 Mistrust of financial institutions 🔸 Inadequate career pathways 🔸 Systemic obstacles Let's provide the resources and support these students need! 🌱📚💡 #FinancialEducation #StudentSuccess #EconomicEmpowerment #TransformLives
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🌟 Meet John Liotti, the CEO & Co-Founder of Able Works! 🌟 Follow us to stay updated on all the amazing work happening at Able Works. 🌍✨ #Leadership #Innovation #CommunityEmpowerment #TransformingLives #Inspiration #CEO #Visionary
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Many of us have experienced selling investments too early. It's crucial to remember that patience is key in the world of investing. Staying the course, even when the market dips, can often lead to the best returns in the long run. Starting young amplifies these benefits through the power of compounding. So, what's the best investment advice you have received? #InvestingTips #LongTermInvesting #FinancialAdvice #InvestmentStrategy #WealthBuilding #PatiencePays #CompoundInterest #StayTheCourse
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🌟 We are incredibly grateful that Abraham benefited from our program and chose to give back as a volunteer FutureProfits coach! His dedication to helping others is truly inspiring. 💖 Do you volunteer? We'd love to hear about the organizations you're passionate about! Share your experiences with us! 🙌 #VolunteerImpact #GiveBack #CommunityService #VolunteerLife #MakeADifference #InspireOthers #FutureProfits #PayItForward #CommunityHeroes