Awaken Foundation L3C

Whether you’re looking to build a career or just get a great job, the trades field has a lot to offer. From great compensation to the variety of specializations available, there are many reasons to consider a career in construction.

https://awakenfoundationl3c.com

📢 Tightening Tool Belts: A Workshop for Contractors & Government Agencies

Join us for an informative and engaging event designed to strengthen connections between contractors and government agencies!

📅 Date: January 30, 2025
⏰ Time: 9 AM - 2 PM
📍 Location: 215 N Wyman St, Rockford, IL 61101

💼 Featured Topics & Speakers:
🔹 Welcome Address by Mayor Thomas McNamara
🔹 Pre-Apprenticeship Programming – Gina Caronna
🔹 HUD Updates: Davis Bacon Regulatory Changes & Section 3 Compliance
🔹 Community Impact of Pre-Apprenticeship Programming – State Rep. Maurice West
🔹 Section 3 Compliance at the Local Level – City of Rockford
🔹 Industry Panel: Workforce Trends in the Building Trades

Don't miss this opportunity to network and gain valuable insights into workforce development and compliance!

👉 Register now: (https://tinyurl.com/tightening-toolbelts](https://tinyurl.com/tightening-toolbelts)

📞 For more information, contact Michaela Harris at 779-348-7264 or [email protected].

🚗 Start Your Career in Collision Repair – FREE Training Program!

Join Rock Valley College’s Collision Repair Program and get the skills you need to jumpstart your career in automotive repair in just 16 weeks!

🛠️ Program Highlights:
✔️ Hands-on training in classrooms and local automotive shops
✔️ Opportunities for paid internships
✔️ Industry-recognized certification upon completion
✔️ Tools provided at no cost – no upfront expenses!

📅 Program Start Date: January 13, 2025
📍 Location: Rock Valley College, 3301 North Mulford Rd, Rockford, IL

Open to students aged 18-24 – FREE thanks to a grant scholarship!

👉 Contact Ryan Russell for more info:
📧 [email protected]
📞 (815) 921-4087

🚀 Don’t miss this chance to launch your career in auto body repair!

Equal opportunity education provided by RVC.

Learn more at [RockValleyCollege.edu](http://RockValleyCollege.edu).

🚨 FREE Forklift Training Opportunity!🚨

📢 ICCB Trades Grant | Fully Funded Program

Ready to boost your skills and your resume?

Join our FREE Forklift Training program for students ages 18-24, funded by the ICCB Trades Grant!

🛠️ Course Topics Include:
✔️ Safety
✔️ Certification
✔️ And much more!

📅 Upcoming Session: February 10-12
⏰ Time: 8 AM - 4 PM
📍 Location: Rock Valley College

💡 Don’t miss out on this career-building opportunity!

👉 Contact Ryan Russell for more info:
📞 (815) 921-4087
📧 [email protected]

Equal access, equal opportunity provided by RVC.

Learn more: [RockValleyCollege.edu](http://RockValleyCollege.edu)

“The time is always right to do what is right.’ – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.”

Today, we honor his courage, vision, and tireless fight for justice. Let’s continue to follow his example and strive for equality in everything we do.

🌱 Start Your Clean Energy Career Today! 🌱

Looking for a career that’s rewarding, impactful, and pays well?

The Climate & Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) Training Program offers FREE training to help you chart your path in clean energy industries like:
☀️ Solar
💨 Wind
💡 Energy Efficiency
🚗 Electric Vehicles
🏭 Manufacturing

Why choose clean energy?
✅ Fast-growing industry
✅ Great pay
✅ Strengthens communities
✅ Fights climate change

📚 Your Career Path:
1️⃣ Learn about programs in your area.
2️⃣ Gain field experience or enroll in an apprenticeship.
3️⃣ Earn certifications to stand out.
4️⃣ Secure a job in clean energy.
5️⃣ Advance your career or launch your business!

📩 Get Started Today!

Contact [email protected] or visit [https://forms.gle/aDX61WMEqaSFxRj96](https://forms.gle/aDX61WMEqaSFxRj96).

💡Funded by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO).

Season's Greetings from the Awaken Foundation! ❄️✨

This holiday season, we are grateful for the opportunity to empower lives and build stronger communities.

Thank you for supporting our mission and helping us make a difference.

Wishing you peace, joy, and prosperity in the New Year! 🎄💙

A huge thank you to Tate & Lyle for their generous donation of gently used steel/composite work boots!

🥾✨ Safety is always a top priority for The Awaken Foundation L3C, and this contribution ensures that our students and community members are well-equipped to succeed in their respective trades while staying protected.

These boots represent more than just safety gear—they symbolize support, opportunity, and belief in the mission of empowering our students to build sustainable careers. We're beyond grateful for the impact this donation will have as we continue to prepare the next generation of skilled professionals.

Thank you for standing with us and investing in our students' futures. Together, we are creating a stronger, safer, and more skilled community. Here's to the incredible work ahead! 🦺🥽🥾

Learn more about Tate & Lyle by clicking the link below https://www.tateandlyle.com/

🌱¡Comienza hoy tu carrera en energía limpia!🌱

¿Buscas una carrera gratificante, con impacto y bien remunerada? El programa de capacitación de la Ley de Clima y Empleos Equitativos (CEJA) ofrece capacitaciones GRATUITAS para ayudarte a trazar tu camino en industrias de energía limpia como:
☀️ Energía solar
💨 Energía eólica
💡 Eficiencia energética
🚗 Vehículos eléctricos
🏭 Manufactura

¿Por qué elegir la energía limpia?
✅ Industria en rápido crecimiento
✅ Excelentes salarios
✅ Fortalece comunidades
✅ Combate el cambio climático

📚 Tu ruta profesional:
1️⃣ Infórmate sobre los programas en tu área.
2️⃣ Obtén experiencia práctica o inscríbete en un programa de aprendizaje.
3️⃣ Consigue certificaciones para destacar.
4️⃣ Asegura un empleo en energía limpia.
5️⃣ Avanza en tu carrera o lanza tu propio negocio.

📩 ¡Empieza hoy!
Contacta a [email protected] o visita [https://forms.gle/aDX61WMEqaSFxRj96](https://forms.gle/aDX61WMEqaSFxRj96).

💡 Financiado por el Departamento de Comercio y Oportunidades Económicas de Illinois (DCEO).

An amazing event. Thank you for having Awaken Foundation L3C in attendance. 🎊🎉🥳