Empowered to Live, Inc.

06/02/2026

Project GUIDE is a paid pre-apprenticeship workforce training program that prepares youth and young adults ages 16–24 for careers in the construction and skilled trades industry. Participants gain hands-on training, industry-recognized certifications, and career readiness support to help transitio...

05/29/2026

🚧 ONLY ONE WEEK LEFT TO APPLY! 🚧

Are you (or someone you know) ages 16–24 in Frederick County ready to start a career in construction or skilled trades?

Project GUIDE is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Pre-Apprenticeship Program

💰 Get paid while you learn
🎓 Earn industry certifications
🤝 Connect to apprenticeship and employment opportunities

📅 June 23 – August 14, 2026
⚠️ Apply by June 5th — spots are limited!

👉 Apply now:
https://www.empoweredtolive.org/apply

Tag someone who needs this opportunity or share to spread the word! 💪🏽🔥

Project GUIDE is a paid pre-apprenticeship workforce training program that prepares youth and young adults ages 16–24 for careers in the construction and skilled trades industry. Participants gain hands-on training, industry-recognized certifications, and career readiness support to help transitio...

05/12/2026

We are honored and grateful to share that Empowered to Live, Inc. has been selected as a 2026 Grant Recipient by The Women's Giving Circle of Frederick County, Maryland!

This funding will support the launch of our Young Women in Construction (YWIC) Initiative, focused on increasing the number of young women ages 16–24 exploring and pursuing careers in construction and skilled trades through Project GUIDE.

Thank you for believing in our vision as we work to break barriers and build futures for the next generation of women in construction.

The Women’s Giving Circle of Frederick County is honored to announce the recipients of our 2026 Grant Awards.

05/01/2026

🚧 APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🚧

Are you (or someone you know) ages 16–24 in Frederick County ready to start a career in construction or skilled trades?

Project GUIDE is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Pre-Apprenticeship Program

💰 Get paid while you learn
🎓 Earn industry certifications
🤝 Connect to apprenticeship and employment opportunities

📅 June 23 – August 14, 2026
⚠️ Apply by June 5th — spots are limited!

👉 Apply now:
https://www.empoweredtolive.org/apply

Tag someone who needs this opportunity or share to spread the word! 💪🏽🔥

04/13/2026

📣Funding Announcement 📣

Empowered to Live, Inc. is honored to receive two grants from the Community Foundation of Frederick County through the Compofelice Family Fund for Building Trades and the Rick Topper Charitable Fund.

These funds will support Project GUIDE, expanding opportunities for youth and young adults pursuing careers in the skilled trades.

We’re grateful for this investment in our community’s future!

03/13/2026

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

We are excited to share that Empowered to Live, Inc. has been awarded a grant from the Ausherman Family Foundation to support our Project GUIDE Pre-Apprenticeship Program.

This investment will help expand opportunities for youth and young adults ages 16–24 who are interested in careers in the construction and skilled trades industry, providing training, hands-on experience, and pathways to sustainable employment, post-secondary education, and registered apprenticeships opportunities.

We are grateful for the Foundation’s commitment to strengthening our community and investing in the next generation.

03/13/2026

We're back and promoting our next Project GUIDE cohort at the More Than ENOUGH Youth Fair hosted by the Frederick County Division of Family Services. If you have youth and young adults ages 16-24 interested in free paid training in construction and skilled trades, please have them contact us at [email protected].

02/19/2026

Interested? Learn more and apply! 🔗https://tinyurl.com/yx5y4sn5

Launch Your HVAC Career with Free Virtual Reality (VR) Training!

Are you interested in a career in HVAC? Frederick County Workforce Services (FCWS), in partnership with National Trade Tech, is offering a 16-week Virtual Reality–based HVAC training program starting March 2, 2026.

Program highlights include:
✅25+ hours of immersive VR simulation
✅Applied skill practice through real-world HVAC scenarios
✅Three entry level HVAC certifications
✅Support connecting you with employment opportunities
✅Free laptop and VR headset

Graduates can earn:
✅OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
✅Nate Ready to Work Certification
✅EPA 608 Universal Certification

Mandatory weekly group check-ins will be held at FCWS.

The deadline to apply is February 20, 2026. Seats are limited, and eligibility requirements apply.

Interested? Learn more and apply! 🔗https://tinyurl.com/yx5y4sn5
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For Federal funding disclosure information, visit our website www.frederickworks.com/program-funding.

02/12/2026

Apply now to Frederick County Workforce Services’ Work Ready Summer Jobs Program!!!

https://www.frederickworks.com/summer

Exciting News for Frederick County Youth!

The 2026 Work Ready summer jobs program is now accepting applications!

Want to earn a paycheck, gain real-world experience, and boost your resume this summer? Work Ready offers meaningful job opportunities for Frederick County youth ages 14–21 who face employment barriers, such as a disability or lower-income status.

📅Program Dates: June 29 to August 7, 2026
💵 Pay: $15/hour (minimum wage)
🕒 Schedule: Monday–Friday, up to 20 hours/week

What’s in it for you?
✅Real work experience
✅Skill-building opportunities
✅A paycheck while you learn

Don’t miss your chance to jump-start your future!

⏱The deadline to apply is April 1, 2026.

👉Learn more, review eligibility requirements, and apply here: https://www.frederickworks.com/summer
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For Federal funding disclosure information, visit our website www.frederickworks.com/program-funding.

11/04/2025

In response to the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa, Tropix Jamaican Restaurant is organizing a community relief effort to provide essential supplies and support to families in Jamaica. Many households are experiencing severe loss, including displacement and limited access to food, clean water, and basic hygiene items.

The community is encouraged to donate non-perishable food items, bottled water, baby supplies, hygiene products, first-aid essentials, and clean bedding. Monetary contributions will also be accepted to support secure shipping and direct assistance on the ground.

Donations may be delivered to:
Tropix Jamaican Restaurant
490 Prospect Blvd
Frederick, MD
November 14, 2025
6PM - 10PM

”We are deeply connected to Jamaica—not just in culture, but in family and identity,” said Kamike. “This is personal for us. When our people hurt, we show up.”

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