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Break Through. Rise Up.
ClimbHire is a national up-skilling non-profit organization that prepares and trains determined, diverse working adults for entry-level jobs in technology. They offer career training programs in learning tracks like IT Support and Paid Search Marketing, providing industry certifications, community support, and comprehensive job placement assistance including interview preparation and career advising.
Founded in 2019, ClimbHire is a BIPOC-led, equity-focused organization with a mission to give working adults the upper hand in their careers, even when life didn't give them a head start. The organization exists to address the tech industry's need for more equitable access to opportunity and advancement, with 70% of their staff being BIPOC, 94% identifying as women, and 28% having lived experience completing ClimbHire training themselves.
ClimbHire matters because it transforms lives by helping overlooked talent break into higher-paying technology careers while building essential professional networks outside traditional education pathways. The organization has helped hundreds of participants transition from service jobs like barista and retail associate to professional roles like business analyst and Salesforce administrator, creating lasting career advancement opportunities for underrepresented communities in tech.
ClimbHire creates impact through a comprehensive career transformation model that combines technical skills training with professional development and ongoing community support. They provide 100% tuition-free programs funded through partnerships with organizations like Breaking Barriers and MacKenzie Scott's Yield Giving, ensuring financial barriers don't prevent participation.
The organization delivers measurable outcomes with over 80% of job-seeking participants securing new roles within 12 months of completing the program. Graduates experience an average income boost of $26,000, with average starting salaries exceeding $50,000, representing significant economic mobility for working adults from low-income backgrounds.
80%+ of job seeking participants secure new roles within 12 months, $26k average income boost after completing ClimbHire, $50k+ average starting income after ClimbHire, hundreds of participants helped to land higher-paying jobs
Free Tuition Scholarships
Climb Hire provides 100% tuition-free training through partnerships, making education accessible for all.
Career Empowerment
Participants gain technical skills and a supportive network to enhance their career prospects.
Strong Alumni Network
Graduates benefit from ongoing community support, ensuring continuous professional growth.
