Financial Fitness: Building Financial Freedom
2025-01-23 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Phoenix) | Co+Hoots, 221 E. Indianola Ave, Phoenix, 85012, United States
Join us for a Financial Literacy Workshop through our ENGAGE Family AZ program, where participants and families will work together to create a brighter financial future. In partnership with Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona, this engaging session will feature practical budgeting strategies, conversations, and tools—not just a typical lecture! You’ll leave with a personalized financial action plan and a budgeting template to guide your next steps.
Upon registration, you’ll gain access to Goodwill’s Career Advisor tool for financial tips, resume help, and more.
P.S. We strongly recommend attending in person if possible! We’ll provide childcare upon request, food/snacks, and a $20 gift card as a thank-you for participating.
Speaker:
Todd Maskell, M.Ed | Manager of Strategic Parnterships
Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona

Persevere Connect PHX
2025-02-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Co+Hoots, 221 E. Indianola Ave, Phoenix, 85012, United States
Join us for Persevere Connect PHX, a unique opportunity to connect with participants, staff, volunteers, partners, and supporters of Persevere. This gathering will provide a chance to network, share ideas, and strengthen the bonds that drive our mission forward.
This event will feature a special demo and presentation from Business in a Box, an innovative program designed to support individuals from the reentry community who aspire to become entrepreneurs. Come hear about their resources and how they help justice-impacted individuals launch and grow their own businesses. We’ll also be gauging interest to explore launching a Persevere cohort in the community.
Whether you’re a participant, staff member, volunteer, or partner, we invite you to join us for this exciting event. Let’s explore how we can work together to create opportunities for personal and professional growth!
Food and Beverages provided! RSVP Today to secure your spot and help us shape the future of entrepreneurship within our community!

Kicks & Glitter Gala
2025-02-15 16:00 - 19:00 | Ellie Town Community Center, 1660 W. Ruthrauff Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85705, United States
Join us for the Kicks and Glitter Gala!

Get ready to sparkle and shine! ✨ Put on your best outfit, lace up your favorite sneakers ?, and join us for a dazzling night of dancing and celebration. ? As we honor Black History Month, this family-friendly event will feature glittering crafts, music, delicious food ?️, prizes ?, and more. Celebrate resilience, culture, and joy as we light up the dance floor together. Let your style sparkle, your sneakers shine, and your spirit soar!?

P.S. Interested in volunteering to help with the event? Get the Glitter Crew Pass and our Family Engagement Specialist will reach out with more details on how you can help.

Branding Yourself for Success: Personal Branding & Networking Workshop
2025-02-20 16:00 - 17:30 | Co+Hoots, 221 E. Indianola Ave, Phoenix, 85012, United States
Join us for an ENGAGE AZ Family Workshop, hosted in partnership with Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona. This interactive session will focus on personal branding, professional development, and networking strategies. Learn how to confidently showcase your growth, experience, and unique background, including how to discuss your journey effectively in a professional setting.
Explore personal branding, professional development, and networking techniques to sell your experience with pride and authenticity. Access Goodwill’s Career Advisor tool for additional support with resumes, cover letters, and more, and leave with a clear action plan to elevate your professional presence. Get the tool now and start exploring before the workshop.
P.S. Join us in person for the best experience! We’ll provide childcare upon request, food/snacks, and a $15 gift card as a thank you. But however you can join us, we are excited to connect and grow together!

Business in a Box: Entrepreneurship Course Info Session
2025-02-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Co+Hoots, 221 E. Indianola Ave, Phoenix, 85012, United States
Business in a Box: Start Your Service-Based Business!
Are you ready to be your own boss, create your own schedule, and build a business on your terms? Persevere is looking to partner with Business in a Box (BIB) to provide education and everything you need to launch your own business. BIB is here to support reentry entrepreneurs like you in launching a service-based business with mentorship, training, and resources—all without the hefty startup costs!
? In-Person: Come connect, have snacks AND get Persevere SWAG and a planner. Space is limited.
? Virtual Ticket: Log in from anywhere, and get ALL the information and inspiration
What You’ll Gain in This Workshop:
✅ Learn the essentials of starting your own service-based business✅ Explore business ideas that align with your skills and interests✅ Get mentorship and access to key resources for success✅ Connect with a supportive community of like-minded entrepreneurs
Service-Based Business Ideas for Developers:
? Freelance Web Development – Build websites, online stores, and digital solutions for businesses? Tech Support & IT Services – Help individuals and small businesses with troubleshooting, software setup, and security? Digital Marketing Services – Offer SEO, social media management, and content creation for businesses
Other Great Non-Tech Business Ideas:
?️ Handyman or Home Repair Services – Offer repairs, painting, and general maintenance? Moving & Delivery Services – Provide local moving, hauling, or courier services?️ Personal Chef or Catering – Prepare and deliver meals for busy professionals and events
This workshop will help gauge interest in launching a cohort of entrepreneurs who will receive ongoing coaching, resources, and business templates to turn their ideas into reality.
? Interested? Join us to take the first step toward entrpreneurship!

Fair Chance Fridays AZ: Second Chance Month Edition
2025-04-04 08:00 - 10:00 | Co+Hoots, 221 E. Indianola Ave, Phoenix, 85012, United States
✨ Fair Chance Fridays: Second Chance Month Edition
In honor of Arizona Gives Day + #ChangeForChances
This special edition of Fair Chance Fridays celebrates Second Chance Month and our Arizona Gives Day campaign to uplift justice-impacted individuals and build a more equitable, opportunity-rich Arizona.
Come connect with our community, hear impact stories, and take part in writing Notes of Hope—uplifting messages that will be shared with our participants currently rebuilding their lives behind the walls and beyond.
Our movement needs everyone—donors, volunteers, advocates, and everyday champions for change.Whether you give time, energy, or resources, your presence makes a difference.
? If you believe everyone deserves a fair chance to thrive, this is your moment to show up and give back.

P.S. Yes, there will be coffee, pastries, and community. ☕? Let’s build something meaningful—together.

Perryville AZ Code-a-Thon
2025-04-09 08:00 - 20:30 | APC Perryville AZ Correctional, Goodyear, United States
? Perryville AZ Code-a-Thon
Persevere’s first-ever behind-the-walls Code-a-Thon—live from our women’s facility at Perryville!Watch as justice-impacted women showcase their tech skills, creativity, and collaboration in a powerful celebration of growth, resilience, and second chances.
? This isn’t just a competition—it’s a movement.
? Tentative Schedule?‍? 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Competition Work Time (Round 1)?️ 1:00 – 2:30 PM | Lunch + Community Time?‍? 2:30 – 6:00 PM | Competition Work Time (Round 2)? 6:00 PM | Final Presentations? 7:30 PM | Awards & Prizes Ceremony
? Join the livestream to catch the action!Watch participants code in real time, see their creativity come to life, and cheer them on throughout the day.Don’t miss the final presentations at 6:00 PM and the awards ceremony at 7:30 PM—a powerful celebration of skill, teamwork, and second chances.
#CodeForChange #PerryvilleCodeathon #SecondChances #PersevereNow #JusticeImpactedTech #WomenInTech

? Persevere Pathways: Careers, Connections & Community
2025-05-09 09:00 - 19:00 | Co+Hoots, 221 E. Indianola Ave, Phoenix, 85012, United States
? Persevere Pathways: Careers, Connections & Community
Unlock Opportunities. Build Connections. Celebrate Together.
Join us for Persevere Pathways, an all-day experience bringing together jobs, resources, networking, and family fun to empower justice-impacted individuals and the community. Whether you’re looking for career opportunities, upskilling, or community connections, this event has something for everyone!
? Tech Education Sessions – Hands-on learning for future-ready skills? Employment & Community Resource Fair – Meet employers and support organizations? Networking Mixer – Connect with industry professionals and mentors?️ Food & Refreshments – Enjoy good eats while building your future? School’s Out Educational Session
✔️ Schedule:
Friday: Job & Resource Fair + Networking Mixer
? Focus: Employment opportunities, tech resources, community support, and networking
? 9:00-11:00 am | Career Readiness Workshop + Breakfast
? Noon – 5:00 PM | Job & Resource Fair
? 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Networking + Fundraising Mixer
? 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Educational Session: How to Create Your Own AI
Plus a School’s Out Family Party – Time TBA
Don’t miss this chance to learn, network, and celebrate with us! ?
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