News & events

What's happening at the Village.

Articles, announcements and dates as we move toward our first cohort in 2027.

Articles

From our founder

Insight

In 2024, 15,020 young people aged out of foster care. Here is what that day asks of an 18 year old.

Perspective

22.8% of people with a disability were employed in 2025. The gap has little to do with ability.

Workforce development

Our Villagers need income soon, so we build around certificates that lead to work in months.

Housing

26% of young people leaving care experience homelessness by 21. Training cannot hold without an address.

Workforce development

Employers tell me they cannot find people who are trained and ready. We are building that pipeline.

Financial skills

After 35 years in financial services, I know the first paycheck is where the lessons begin.

Calendar

No events scheduled this month.

Early 2027

First cohort of Villagers enrolls in Georgia.

Late 2027

First graduates placed in jobs.

Mid 2028

All nine certificate tracks running.

Late 2029

Land or facility secured for the Village campus.

Late 2031

Campus opens, serving 150 Villagers a year.

Stay informed

News from the Village, a few times a year.