Ballmer Group grantee Detroit at Work (Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation or DESC) is the city of Detroit's workforce agency. It works in cross-sector collaboration to increase work-based learning opportunities for students and adults. Ballmer Group's grant to DESC supports the Grow Detroit’s Young Talent summer initiative, ensuring 8,000 Detroit youth and young adults have meaningful summer work experiences that create pathways to future opportunities. Program participants obtain valuable summer work experience at accessible, safe, and well-supervised worksites; identify career interests through exposure to various job sectors, occupations, and career pathways; develop appropriate work readiness skills; acquire financial literacy and other competencies that will prepare them to succeed in their transition to adulthood. https://descmiworks.org/
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We are committed to improving economic mobility and reducing systemic inequities for children and families in America.
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Ballmer Group is committed to improving economic mobility for children and families in the United States, funding leaders and organizations that have demonstrated the ability to reshape opportunity and reduce systemic inequities. We focus on multiple impact areas and systems that can impact economic mobility - such as early learning, K-12 education, college and career pathways, housing, health, and criminal justice - and we support leaders and organizations that focus on undoing systemic racism and the barriers it has created. Ballmer Group is both a national and regional funder – we have a presence and invest deeply in southeast Michigan, Washington state, and Los Angeles County. Ballmer Group was co-founded by philanthropist Connie Ballmer and her husband Steve Ballmer, former CEO of Microsoft, founder of USAFacts, and chairman of the Los Angeles Clippers.
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https://www.ballmergroup.org/
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- 11-50 employees
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- Bellevue, WA
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- 2015
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Congratulations, Year Up United! Looking forward to this next chapter and our ongoing partnership.
Allow us to reintroduce ourselves! Today, we officially become Year Up United. For the last 25 years, we’ve catalyzed progress across the workforce landscape, serving more than 45,000 young adults in partnership with over 250 of the country’s top employers. Now, we’re bringing together the expertise of Year Up, Grads of Life, and YUPRO Placement to deliver comprehensive workforce solutions that drive material impact on individual lives, businesses, and communities. United, we're ending the Opportunity Divide for good. Watch our new video to learn more about our exciting next chapter! #YearUpUnited #OpportunityForAll #OpportunityDivide #YUPROPlacement #GradsofLife
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Get to know Ballmer Group grantee Children's Institute (CII). CII provides high-quality early education and youth programs, counseling services, parenting support, workforce and community leadership development, and advocates for community investment in areas that need it the most. CII offers its services at early childhood centers, K-12 schools, and neighborhood hubs, benefiting over 28,000 individuals in Los Angeles communities. https://lnkd.in/dV9H-2i
Children's Institute Inc. - Supporting children and families in Los Angeles
https://www.childrensinstitute.org
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Tune into The Daily Show tonight to see USAFacts founder and Ballmer Group co-founder Steve Ballmer debrief the debate with Jon Stewart!
Tonight's debate will raise plenty of questions — let's focus on answers backed by facts. Join Steve as he sits down with Jon Stewart on The Daily Show after the debate for a data-driven look at hot topics like the economy and immigration. Catch them on Comedy Central and Paramount+ at 11 PM ET/PT.
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We're excited to see grantee Communities In Schools National Office launch this excellent campaign to address chronic school absenteeism. We look forward to sharing more of their research—and their solutions—soon!
💡15 million kids aren't making it to school. This six-foot-tall roll call represents the students whose lives are affected by being chronically absent. Learn how we're connecting students to the support and resources they need to show up to school prepared and ready to learn: https://lnkd.in/gZQSUnhY #BeingPresentMatters
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Connie, Steve, and Sam Ballmer are pleased to announce the launch of a new climate philanthropy, Rainier Climate Group. Since stepping into the climate change space in 2022, the family has contributed just over $1 billion to climate initiatives globally. Rainier Climate Group will build on these initial efforts through expanded philanthropic investments in new and existing strategies to address the global climate crisis. The family is excited to welcome Tom Steinbach to serve as the inaugural President of the newly formed organization. Rainier Climate Group will focus on supporting strategies that operate at the speed and scale needed to cut greenhouse gas emissions dramatically, aiming for net zero emissions globally by 2050 and even earlier in wealthy nations. “We have learned in our first two years of giving that philanthropy has a unique and crucial role in advancing solutions to the climate crisis at the necessary speed. It will take immense focus and scale to address the magnitude of the issue,” said Sam Ballmer, who has been leading Ballmer Group's climate philanthropy since 2022. “We are thrilled Tom Steinbach will lead Rainier Climate Group as we expand our support of the organizations and strategies aimed at solving the problem.” Read more on our blog: https://lnkd.in/ebjQqtQ2
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Get to know Ballmer Group grantee the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA). The Alliance advances digital equity by supporting community programs and equipping policymakers to act. Our grant supports Network Effect, a consortium of six broadband and digital inclusion organizations focused on community-based grassroots advocacy and support for affordable Internet access. Network Effect partners will strengthen national, state, and local digital equity ecosystems where local voices, community needs, and real solutions are prioritized and elevated in policymaking and program implementation. https://lnkd.in/e885SsJA
Coalitions Webpage - National Digital Inclusion Alliance
https://www.digitalinclusion.org
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Congrats to Ballmer Group grantee STRIVE on their 40th anniversary! STRIVE is a workforce development organization active in more than 10 locations across the U.S., where they provide professional training, personal support, and self-empowerment to people who face societal barriers to careers and opportunities. Their great work is evidenced in their impressive outcomes! Read more on their website: https://lnkd.in/e6DGMxwt
We are celebrating 40 years of impact in 2024 as we expand to new sites and cities and welcome significant new sources of funding. This growth is helping STRIVE mark progress toward its goal of helping 10,000 people each year by 2033 to achieve upward mobility and financial empowerment. “2024 has been a banner year as we continue to expand to other cities across the U.S., creating a pathway to economic opportunity and empowerment for thousands of people facing systemic barriers to quality employment,” said STRIVE President and CEO Phil Weinberg. “Our 76% employment placement rate for our graduates is a testament to the grit and determination of our students and the support of our generous donors, dedicated staff, alumni and partners.” Read the press release: https://lnkd.in/e6DGMxwt #workforcedevelopment #economy #careers #equity
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Ballmer Group grantee Code for America Labs helps governments take a people-centered, iterative, and data-driven approach to solving problems and improving service delivery. Our grant enables Code for America's work in advancing economic mobility by simplifying and streamlining the tax filing process. Code for America aims to serve 300,000 low-income people across the U.S. to file their taxes and get refunds more easily and quickly. https://lnkd.in/gEcBFJWP
Free, trustworthy tax services — Code for America
codeforamerica.org
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So excited to partner with California State Alliance of YMCAs to support out-of-school time programs—a vital part of supporting academics and building relationships!
California State Alliance of YMCAs is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Ballmer Group, aimed at enriching the lives of low-income youth in LA County. This funding of $20 million over three years will support crucial out-of-school time programs, providing our young people with safe, nurturing environments to learn, grow, and thrive. We're partnering with nine YMCAs in Los Angeles County to carry out this transformational work. Ballmer Group shares our vision of a brighter future where every child, regardless of their background, has access to quality educational and developmental opportunities. Together, we are committed to making a lasting impact and continuing to stay #ConnectedForCommunities, ensuring that every young person has the chance to succeed. This is more than just funding—it's an investment in the future of our children and our community.
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