RiseKit, YMCA of Metro Chicago, and UKG Partner to Transform Workforce Opportunities
RiseKit, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, and UKG have joined forces for a new initiative to create meaningful workforce opportunities and expand access to employment for communities in the Chicagoland region. This partnership brings together technology, social enterprise, and innovation to address barriers to employment and empower individuals on their journey to economic mobility.
A Unified Approach to Workforce Transformation
This collaboration combines the strengths of three partnering organizations:
- RiseKit, a leading community hiring technology platform that connects job seekers, employers, and community organizations, ensuring equitable access to career resources and opportunities.
- YMCA of Metro Chicago, a 166-year-old nonprofit social-enterprise organization that serves as a vital community resource and provides employment opportunities across its Midwest footprint.
- UKG, a global leader in workforce management and human capital solutions that contributes cutting-edge tools to enhance hiring processes and workforce development strategies.
Driving Change in Under-Resourced Communities
“At RiseKit, our mission is to break down barriers to employment,” said Matt Strauss, President, RiseKit. “Partnering with the Y and UKG allows us to expand our reach and deliver transformative results for job seekers, the community organizations that serve them, and employers.”
Key outcomes of the partnership include:
- Empowering Job Seekers: the YMCA’s presence across the region will be amplified by RiseKit’s platform, connecting community members to career opportunities and resources tailored to their needs.
- Leveraging Workforce Innovation: UKG’s expertise will streamline hiring processes, ensuring job seekers have access to opportunities that match their skills and career goals.
- Creating Scalable Impact: Together, these organizations will provide tools and support to improve employment outcomes for thousands of individuals across Chicagoland and beyond.
A Call to Action for Workforce Development
“Connecting individuals with opportunities that align with their talents and goals is a challenge faced by employers and job-seekers in every sector. In an ever-evolving, 21st-century marketplace, making impactful employment connections requires innovative approaches,” said Marcos Beltran, Sourcing Manager, YMCA of Metro Chicago. “In line with our mission of strengthening community by connecting all people to their purpose, potential, and each other, the Y is excited to work alongside RiseKit and UKG to develop creative solutions and expand opportunities for our community members and partners, alike.”
Employers, community leaders, and organizations are encouraged to join this effort and support the development of a stronger, more resilient workforce. The partnership between RiseKit, YMCA, and UKG represents a pivotal step forward in building connectivity within Chicagoland’s workforce development ecosystem.
For more information about this collaboration and its impact, visit ymcachicago.org. Stay tuned for updates on how this partnership is reshaping workforce opportunities and creating brighter futures for Chicagoland communities.