Merge Opportunities

08/20/2026

Here’s a look back at last week’s HR GIVERS Beach Bash.

We loved spending the evening connecting with so many HR leaders, meeting new people, and sharing a little more about the work happening at Merge.

What made the night even better was seeing the support in action. Guests donated professional clothing, helped unlock 32 gift cards through the Merge Matching Game, and 12 people signed up to mentor candidates starting new jobs next month.

We’re grateful to HR GIVERS and everyone who made the night so meaningful for our candidates.

Watch our recap here: https://youtu.be/oAimvir-kmQ

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08/18/2026

Long Beach, we need you on the team.

On Monday, Sept. 7, Merge Opportunities is joining for the Labor of Love • Merging Forces Run at Shoreline Aquatic Park — and volunteers will be a big part of making race day happen.

We need people ready to jump in with course monitoring, registration, T-shirts, medals, finish-line support, and more. Setup help is also needed Sunday afternoon.

Every volunteer helps us create a great event and support Merge’s work opening more pathways to training, employment, and sustainable careers for young adults.

Choose a role. Bring a friend. Show up for Long Beach

Sign up today: https://bit.ly/4zqPSFg

08/15/2026

A strong career start can come down to the details.

A big thank you to HR GIVERS for supporting Merge Opportunities and the young adults we serve.

Alongside their generous professional clothing drive, attendees participated in our activity and helped us receive **32 gift cards** that will support candidates with transportation as they get to interviews, training, and work.

From professional clothing to transportation support, these contributions help remove practical barriers that can stand between a candidate and their next opportunity.

We appreciate HR GIVERS and everyone who participated for helping our candidates show up prepared and ready for what’s next.

08/12/2026

Jermaine is focused on building something that lasts.

After being justice-impacted, he knew he wanted a different direction. Through apprenticeship, he’s gaining the structure, stability, and hands-on experience to keep moving forward.

Stories like Jermaine’s are what donor and community support make possible: access to training, mentorship, career pathways, and the support needed to keep progressing.

Help us create more opportunities like this. Learn more or support our work at mergenow.org.

08/10/2026

Long Beach Gives is coming September 24.

This year, our goal is simple: 10 Young Adults. 10 Career Pathways.

Your support helps young adults facing barriers access career coaching, training, mentorship, transportation assistance, employer connections, and the support needed to turn an opportunity into a lasting career.

Every gift helps someone move closer to stable employment, greater independence, and a future they can build on.

Save the date and help us make a difference this Long Beach Gives.

Learn more and support Merge Opportunities at https://bit.ly/mergelbg

08/08/2026

Building Skills. Creating Career Pathways.

Meet Demetrius, one of our justice-impacted participants building toward his next chapter through hands-on training, financial literacy, and real workforce opportunities.

At Merge Opportunities, we help turn training into forward momentum by connecting young adults with the skills, support, and employer pathways that can lead to lasting careers.

Real opportunity creates real progress.

08/07/2026

Run with purpose. Build opportunity.

We’re proud to partner with for the Labor of Love Run, bringing the community together around movement, connection, and meaningful impact.

Their partnership helps create a platform where every registration, sponsorship, volunteer shift, and shared post can support pathways to employment for young adults facing barriers to opportunity.

At Merge Opportunities, we connect young adults with workforce training, apprenticeships, career support, and employers ready to open doors to lasting careers.

We’re grateful to CaliFlow for helping us turn race day into something bigger than miles. An opportunity to invest in people, careers, and stronger communities.

Join us for the Labor of Love Run and help turn miles into opportunity.

08/06/2026

Opportunity should not depend on whether you have a ride.

Two candidates. Two cars. Two futures moving forward.

Reliable transportation means more than getting from one place to another. It means getting to work, showing up for training, and saying yes to opportunities that once felt out of reach.

Through Drive 2 Thrive, these candidates received more than keys. They gained independence, stability, and the freedom to keep building the futures they deserve.

Your past does not decide your future. Sometimes, the next chapter starts with a set of keys.

Help us remove the next barrier.

Learn more at mergenow.org

07/31/2026

A stronger skilled-trades workforce starts by preparing motivated candidates for real career opportunities.

Merge Opportunities provides training, certifications, career coaching, and ongoing support that help candidates enter the workforce prepared to contribute and grow.

Employers, donors, and community partners can help expand these pathways while strengthening the regional talent pipeline.

Partner with Merge at mergenow.org.

07/31/2026

Gregorio was looking for the right opportunities and a clearer path forward.

Through , he connected with Merge and received consistent check-ins, personalized guidance, and job opportunities aligned with his goals.

Donor support gives job seekers like Gregorio access to opportunities needed to move forward.

Learn more or support our work at mergenow.org.