The Work of Opportunity
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Sep 29, 2025
As the US approaches its 250th anniversary, we are reflecting on America’s founding ideals—and asking whether the promise of opportunity still holds true today.
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Mar 4, 2026
From Prison to Possibilities; Allies Support Reentry Assistance Bill
The Center for Employment Opportunities is among advocates supporting New York’s proposed Reentry Assistance Bill, which would provide monthly stipends to help people leaving prison meet basic needs and rebuild their lives.
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Mar 4, 2026
Rooted in Memphis
Youth Villages is featured in a story on how the Memphis-founded organization has spent four decades helping children and families build stability through community-based programs and supportive services.
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Feb 19, 2026
States Get a Helping Hand to Implement Skills-Based Hiring
Opportunity@Work, a Blue Meridian investee, is helping 15 states adopt skills-based hiring models that emphasize candidates’ abilities over degrees to address growing workforce shortages in state government.
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Feb 10, 2026
Jennifer Pahlka on Reforming Government for the AI Era
Investee leader Jennifer Pahlka of Code for America discusses how governments can reform outdated systems and practices to responsibly use AI in ways that better serve the public.
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Feb 9, 2026
Majority of Marylanders Favor Clean Slate Act
Investee leader Sheena Meade of the Clean Slate Initiative emphasizes how strong public support for clean slate policies reflects a growing recognition that automatic record sealing can help strengthen communities.
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Feb 9, 2026
A Growing Call for Families Willing to Adopt Siblings Together
Youth Villages, a Blue Meridian investee, underscores the need for more families to foster or adopt siblings together so children can remain connected and find permanent homes.
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Feb 4, 2026
Spartanburg Students to Gain Hands-On Justice System Experience
Spartanburg Academic Movement is highlighted for its role in research-backed programs that connect students with real-world justice experiences and support their academic and civic development.
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Feb 4, 2026
Raj Chetty: Transforming Communities Key to Improving Economic Mobility
Purpose Built Communities, a Blue Meridian investee, is featured in research that shows how comprehensive neighborhood revitalization strategies can strengthen communities and improve long-term economic mobility for children and families.
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Jan 28, 2026
Closing the Gap in American Schools
The EdRedesign Lab at Harvard highlights how community school models that address students’ needs beyond the classroom can significantly improve academic success and long-term outcomes for young people.
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Jan 27, 2026
OIC Trailblazer Seeks to Enhance Learning Experience for Philly Students
OIC of America is recognized for its work to improve learning experiences for Philadelphia students by connecting education with real-world career skills.