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One of the live auction items at our Kentucky Derby Pre-Party fundraiser is unique and holds special meaning: It's made by a Job Foundation student and his mentor. Mentorship opens the door for students to step outside of their comfort zones and try something new. At the Job Foundation, one way we make this possible is through our partnership with Cedar Valley Makers, where students can explore hands-on learning in the Makerspace in Waterloo. From woodworking and fabricatio

Being a well-rounded citizen requires more than financial literacy. That’s why the Job Foundation helps students learn the value of giving back. It includes understanding the value of giving back—through charitable giving and volunteering. This year, we’ve been especially excited to bring those lessons to life through hands-on volunteer experiences. Our high school students had the opportunity to spread kindness by creating heartfelt cards for residents at Friendship Villa

Do you remember the first time you ate a steak? There’s something about it that feels a little more grown up. It’s not a typical meal for a child, and for many young people it becomes a small but meaningful milestone. One of our middle school students recently had that experience. At the Quarter 2 celebration, a sixth-grade student named Xzavier decided to order something he had never tried before—his very first steak. Xzavier stepped into a new experience. He was at first h

Cunningham Elementary students in a financial lesson with education coordinator Courtney Thomas.