Save Summer Jobs in PA
Staff Writer
2011-05-05
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Last year, WorkReady Philadelphia programs placed more than 11,000 young people in summer jobs. This city-wide system is supported by grants from the city, federal government, school district and local foundations as well as many area businesses that hire and pay for interns. Despite last summer’s record number, there were still 10,000 more youth who wanted to work but couldn’t because there weren’t enough funded positions. While WorkReady Philadelphia will continue to advocate for government funding as well as apply for foundation grants and recruit more employers to support internships, there is an expected decline in the number of job opportunities available to young people this summer. Without additional support, we could lose 5,500 jobs for local youth. That’s why WorkReady Philadelphia started the Save Summer Jobs campaign, which allows anyone at any giving level to contribute to providing valuable summer job experiences for Philadelphia’s young people. Our kids need your help to bridge the gap!