JobTrain Secures Empowering Grant to Ignite Workforce Transformation in Silicon Valley

We are excited to share news from JobTrain, a community pillar in Silicon Valley dedicated to transforming lives since 1965. In our most recent funding round, we raised 0 dollars—a result that uniquely highlights our commitment to self-reliance and our confidence in the proven impact of our model. This milestone may not have generated an influx of new capital, but it underscores how deep-rooted our mission truly is: to empower individuals with the skills, opportunities, and support they need to break free from poverty and unemployment without relying solely on external funding. At JobTrain, we believe that meaningful change goes beyond vocational training alone. From day one, our holistic programs have addressed not only technical skill development in high-demand fields, but also the essential needs of a strong foundation. Whether it’s helping participants achieve a high school diploma, improve computer literacy, or simply providing that all-important professional interview outfit, every element of our program is designed to nurture self-worth and independence. We also understand the importance of support services including housing, transportation, counseling, and childcare—all key ingredients for lasting transformation. Our 160,000 individual success stories stand as a testament to the power of commitment and community support. While this funding round did not bring in new external dollars, it did reinforce that our work is sustained by passion, proven results, and the trust that our communities place in us. Moving forward, we remain dedicated to leveraging our resources, strategic partnerships, and decades of experience, proving that transformation is not just about financial backing—it’s about building lasting change from within.