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May 2022 Featured Alum: Christopher Ledgister

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Christopher Ledgister was inspired to apply to Opportunity Junction’s Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program by his grandmother from Nicaragua. She was a registered nurse in her country and came to work in the U.S. in the same field.

Published: 23 May 2022

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36 Opportunity Junction Program Participants Celebrate Graduation

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Whether at the El Campanil Theater, at Mt. Diablo Adult Education, or over Zoom, Opportunity Junction students have been turning tassels. In April and May alone, the Healthcare Career Pathways (HCP) and Administrative Careers Training (ACT) programs helped celebrate the achievements of 36 graduating participants.

Published: 23 May 2022

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April 23 Imagine Gala Fundraiser Recap

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Opportunity Junction’s annual Imagine Gala fundraiser was held on April 23, 2022. We are so grateful to all who supported the event by means of sponsorship or donations, participating in the silent auction, and attending the event!

Published: 22 May 2022

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8 Tips for Adults Returning to School

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Learning something new as an adult – no matter your age – can be intimidating and at times frustrating. Feelings of doubt creep in… You might think to yourself: “What if I can’t understand the material? I never was a good student – I never will be. Even when I try really hard, I still just don’t get it.”

Published: 22 May 2022
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From the CEO’s Desk: Annual Planning

by Alissa Friedman, President and CEO —

 At Opportunity Junction, our annual planning cycle runs from July 1 through June 30. That’s the period of our “fiscal year,” a relatively arbitrary 12-month period that we chose for convenience in financial reporting. (It’s the same fiscal year as the county and local cities use.)

Published: 22 May 2022

Read more: From the CEO’s Desk: Annual Planning

  1. New Grants Awarded to Opportunity Junction 
  2. March 2022 Featured Alumna: Nancy Luna Gonzalez
  3. Celebrating 22 Years of Transformation
  4. Opportunity Junction Donors Share the Stories Behind Who Inspired their Contribution

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3102 Delta Fair Blvd., Antioch, CA 94509,
phone (925) 776-1133
Opportunity Junction is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, Tax ID 68-0459131.
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