Our Impact
We envision a society where hard work and
self-determination is enough for job and career success.
85% of our participants graduate
70% of graduates are employed
Income increases from $15K to $50K+ on average
Professional networks increase from 0 to 100+ contacts
90% of graduates reported an increase in confidence, job preparation and public speaking ability
$1 dollar invested in StreetWise
yields 3X the financial gain in job seeker wages
Why StreetWise?
Estimates suggest that up to 70% of all jobs are not shared publicly. Research has long shown that upwards of 80% of jobs are filled through networking. Yet, networks are not distributed equally. Where you grow up, go to school and whether your parents are college educated make a difference, sometimes 12x the advantage in gaining access to opportunity.
Launching a career requires more than just skills. Building job seekers’ social capital is critical for any system committed to closing opportunity gaps. The best way to build social capital is through mentorship.
Your investment will drive results.
1,900
new jobs launched
$10K-$55K
salary increase among
program graduates
40%
increase in the number of matches that surpass one year
$92M
1st year wages collectively earned over 1,900 job seekers
TO WATCH
Where They Are Now: Alumnus Denise Phillips on the Impact of StreetWise
