Employ 2 Empower was founded in 2019 to formally organize a community garden in West Garfield, a neighborhood on Chicago’s west side. The garden was intended to be a hub for knowledge transfer, social interaction and community development. The founder thought that if she could raise donations for the garden, she could offer stipends to volunteers.
In 2023, Employ 2 Empower took on a new mission; To provide financial support and professional development opportunities to individuals pursuing new skills and career growth.
Meet the Board
Sales and marketing professional who is passionate about advocating for women and underrepresented groups. She enjoys traveling, listening to music and volunteering in the community. Kiara joined Employ 2 Empower because she supports the vision of giving back to the community and equipping people with the resources they need to be successful.
Software professional with a background in physical chemistry. Emmanuel is a champion for mentorship and creating opportunities for individuals to grow their skillset. He joined Employ 2 Empower to help further its mission.
We envision a community where dreams are nurtured and families are empowered to invest in their futures.