As we celebrate the holiday season, I wanted to take a moment to thank all of our wonderful Dwyer Workforce Development partners. Your trust in us means a great deal, and together, we’ve worked to create life changing opportunities for growth and success.

This season, we invite you to join us in making an even greater impact. By contributing to our mission, you can help us empower individuals to build brighter futures through workforce development.

A year-end gift of any amount makes a real difference. You can give quickly and securely by clicking here or by contacting Michelle Boyle.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to expand your partnership with us. Wishing you a happy, healthy holiday season and a bright start to the new year!

Warm regards,

Barb Clapp

In mid-November, we proudly unveiled our new, larger HQ office space at The Village of Cross Keys in Baltimore with a celebratory ribbon cutting event. Attended by over 125 colleagues, partners, and friends of DWD, this exciting milestone achievement meant so much to us as we celebrated our growth with those who believe in our mission and the power of education and accessible healthcare career opportunities.

Jack Dwyer, founder of DWD and CEO of CFG Bank, Barb Clapp, CEO of DWD, and Dan Baird, president of the DWD board of directors, all shared remarks on the significance of the HQ move and the impact DWD is making on the communities we serve. It was a wonderful event, and we couldn’t be happier in our new space in the Cross Keys community.

Check out some great coverage of our new headquarters opening!

Nonprofit Moves HQ from Baltimore Peninsula to Cross Keys

DWD Opens New Headquarters in the Village of Cross Keys

Dwyer Workforce Development Opens New Headquarters in Baltimore

Watch some fun video recaps of the new HQ, team, and ribbon cutting!

Java with Jim Interviews CEO Barb Clapp

Our CEO, Barb Clapp, sat down with Jim Ries, Director of Business Development at Offit Kurman, for an enlightening conversation on his podcast, Java with Jim. Barb shared the story of DWD and our mission, impact, and what the future looks like for DWD.

DWD Profile in Florida Trend

We are thrilled to have been profiled as an innovative solution to the healthcare workforce shortage in the November issue of Florida Trend magazine.

As Florida’s premier business publication, Florida Trend reaches over 270,000 readers in print each month and garners more than 1 million page views online.

Check out the article on page 38, below.

Waco Tribune-Herald Feature

Waco Tribune-Herald recently featured our partnership with Southern Careers Institute and McLennan Community College. This in-depth look highlights how we are funding tuition and support services for two Waco-based nursing aide training programs, ensuring senior assisted living centers, clinics, and other healthcare facilities have the skilled workers they need.

Carl Hoover interviewed two Dwyer Scholars, as well as representatives from local workforce solutions and the Greater Waco Advanced Health Care Academy. It’s incredible to see DWD’s impactful work recognized in Texas and beyond!

DWD Wins Healthcare Apprenticeship Partner Award!

We believe apprenticeships offer a powerful way to explore potential careers, so we’re thrilled to share that we’ve been honored with Houston Community College’s Healthcare Apprenticeship Partner Award for our workforce development efforts!

It’s rewarding to be recognized by our peers, and even more rewarding to help people make a positive change in their lives.

The photo above features (left to right): Dr. Christina Robinson, Executive Director, Work-Based Learning & Industry Partnerships, Talent Solutions, Houston Community College; Lana Abbasi, DWD Texas Case Manager; and John Ballard, Regional Vice President, Wellsential Health.  

Southern Streams Health and Wellness Center Groundbreaking

Earlier this month, our CEO, Barb Clapp, and DWD team members attended the groundbreaking of the new Southern Streams Health and Wellness Center in East Baltimore, in coordination with Southern Baptist Church. Bishop Donte Hickman, Governor Wes Moore, Senator Ben Cardin, Senator Chris Van Hollen, Senator Cory McCray, Congressman Kwesi Mfume and State's Attorney Ivan Bates attended along with Barb and many other community leaders.

Within the Center, DWD will open a Healthcare Village, which will feature a permanent new Resource Center. In the future, the Resource Center will expand offerings to include childcare and affordable housing to further support career advancement of Dwyer Scholars. 

Learn more about this exciting milestone in The Baltimore Banner and Baltimore Business Journal.

Sunset on the Peninsula Happy Hour

There's nothing quite like catching up with old friends and making new connections at the same time – and we recently had the opportunity to do that at the Sunset on the Peninsula Executive Happy Hour.

Held at the penthouse of CFG Bank's headquarters in Baltimore Peninsula, we partnered with Dinkel Business Development to co-host this wonderful event with support from our sponsor CFG Bank, catering partner Copper Kitchen, and video partner Zinnia Films.

We can’t wait to do more of these events in the future.

Warm and Cozy Coat Pop-Up Shop at DWD Resource Center

This December, in partnership with CFG Bank, we hosted a weeklong coat drive at our East Baltimore Resource Center. Warm, cozy coats were available for both children and adults, and each Dwyer Scholar was able to take two coats home. Stay tuned for exciting new events in 2025!

Check out a behind-the-scenes video, courtesy of CFG Bank!

Alabama Benefit Concert at Moody Center in Austin

Our COO, Maria Darby, along with DWD and Wellsential team members and friends, enjoyed a great night full of southern rock at the Stand Together Presents: Alabama Roll On North America Tour concert in early November at Moody Center. Proceeds from the concert directly benefited local Austin non-profit, Mobile Loaves and Fishes.

From festive outfits and tree-trimming, to daily Christmas Elf appearances, a white elephant gift exchange, and a holiday luncheon, the DWD team was festive and fun!

Check out the video below we created for our Scholars.

We're wishing you and your loved ones a happy and safe holiday!

DWD is Growing 

We're expanding our team and looking for passionate individuals to join us in making a positive impact in Maryland, Florida, and Texas!

Don't miss out on this chance to be part of a dynamic team committed to workforce development!

Know Someone Looking to Grow Their Career in Health Care?

Calling all nonprofits, government agencies, case managers, social workers, faith community leaders, and counselors dedicated to serving unemployed and under-employed community members! We invite you to connect with us and explore how we can collaborate to become a valuable workforce development resource for your organization and the individuals you support. 

Let's work together to empower and uplift our community through meaningful employment opportunities and skill-building programs. Reach out to us today to start this impactful journey together!

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