Seattle Jobs Initiative

Our Story

Founded in 1997, Seattle Jobs Initiative (SJI) emerged from a critical need for job training opportunities for low-income individuals. In partnership with the Annie E. Casey Foundation and Seattle’s Office of Economic Development, SJI was established to provide essential job-skills training, wraparound services, and business engagement, ensuring that under-invested communities can access living-wage jobs.

Impact

SJI supports low-income job seekers by offering career-start technical training and aligning support services to help them secure and retain well-paying jobs. By embedding stipends into its programs, SJI alleviates the financial burden of basic needs, resulting in higher enrollment and completion rates, as well as increased wages for participants.

Why Donate?

Your contributions empower individuals from under-invested communities to build careers and achieve economic stability. Donations support vital job training programs, wraparound services, and initiatives that address structural racism.

Get Involved

Join the movement towards a more equitable workforce system. Donate cryptocurrency or cash today to help transform lives and create lasting change in Seattle's communities.