God is blessing in so many ways. Surely goodness and mercy are chasing us down and we are often found breathless.

While we focus on job skills in our core curriculum, our day class has Money Mondays and last week's topic was "The Power of a Side Hustle."

Within 7 days, three of our students had created $200+ each from their ideas. This may not seem like much, but learning to create cash gives us options and helps us find a little hope in hard places.  I think their smiles are pretty evident of how they're feeling!

This is in addition to the job applications happening, the skills they're developing and their upcoming resumes.

Gloria's amazing food, Vnya's gift baskets and Kelli's pet walking & sitting have proved to be profitable FAST!

Studies estimate that adding a GED and/or specialized certifications increase women's earning potential by $10,000-$15,000 per year of their earning life.  So, if you hear us talking about credential-stacking, that's what we mean!  

To test the concept, Monday we started Day students on their self-paced certifications using Canva, a design course.  Kelli earned hers first (working through lunch) and now more than half the class has theirs! I cannot wait until Graduation for you to see 'their stacks.'

Stay tuned for ESL, GED, AI and other certifications we will be offering. Exciting times ahead!

• April 21 - Tues 1:00-2:30pm Professor Dr. Jack Goodyear will be bringing us the timely topic of civic responsibility and civil discourse in his presentation 'Your Voice Matters: Strong Communities & Healthy Conversations.' This is open for you to attend.
• April 24 - Kendra Scott Shopping Event! 20% of all sales during this event and online. Refer to the graphic below - the details matter. No matter where you live - you can shop online and if you're near the Highlands in Arlington, you can pop in and see us at 5-7pm.
• May 4 - Links Fore Life Change Golf Tournament: Click Here for Sponsor & Registration Info. Please email, Facebook and text your golfing friends. We still have space for you!

Mother's Day is a great excuse to shop at Kendra Scott! CWJC gets 20% of every purchase online or in store! Check the details!

We have been profoundly impacted by the life of Cindy Lewis Dake, founding volunteer, lifelong donor and champion of CWJC.  This month we had the opportunity to celebrate her life together. Thank you for your generous contributions in her memory.

The Lewis & Dake families have been on campus to present each student with a beautiful Bible purchased and chosen by Cindy.  Being able to have these families encourage students and communicate Cindy's and God's love for them has been such a gift.

From a student text this week "I want to say thank you for spending time with me today. You made me feel loved. Tonight is the first night in over a week where I feel calm. Thank you very much for caring."

Students are feeling seen.

They are feeling heard.

They are learning scripture.

They are applying to jobs and they are creating businesses.

None of this would be possible without your continued monthly donations, volunteerism, prayers and sharing in the community.

With Gratitude,

Carrie Wilkerson

Eddie & Ryan Dake with Carrie & Eddie Wilkerson