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I am proud to be part of The DeBruce Foundation, where we have the tools and passion to expand career pathways for everyone we serve.
The greatest value I’ve found in using our free tools has been the opportunity to introduce my family to the importance of career exploration. We all, including our elementary-aged daughters, Avery (7) and Londyn (8), enjoyed the Draw Your Future process. It provided a safe space for us to reflect on our experiences in 2024 and discuss our goals for 2025. Through this activity, we gained a deeper understanding of each other—and discovered that our daughters expect a dog in the near future! More importantly, it gave my daughters a structured process to evaluate themselves and take actionable steps toward developing the skills to reach new goals. It also gave them the language to describe those skills in ways that will benefit them in the classroom and in their future careers.
As the workforce evolves, it’s crucial that we prepare ourselves with a shared language to help us adapt, advance, and transfer our skills to meet future demands. The Agilities© provide that shared language, bridging the gap between industry needs and the talent required to propel us forward. It’s an honor to support our partners by offering tools that empower communities to grow alongside the economy.
As 2025 approaches, I challenge each of you to take the Agile Work Profiler© and consider how you can leverage your Agilities to build a better future for everyone.
Research on building Employment Empowerment
Our latest study reaffirms the critical roles of Career Literacy and Network Strength in fostering Employment Empowerment.
Those who excel in these areas earn more, consider more diverse opportunities, and are more likely to be employed. Yet, nearly 2/3 of working-age individuals need to build more Career Literacy and Network Strength. Learn actionable ways to improve these key areas and empower your workforce, students, and community for greater economic success.
Agilities at Make48 Nationals
Six teams recently competed at the Make48 Season 8 Nationals Competition! Each finalist team organized themselves by their Agilities and leaned into their diverse strengths while developing new products.
“I have really been utilizing my Organizing Agility during this competition…I’ve really been able to focus on keeping the team organized and on task, as well as ensuring we check all the necessary boxes for the challenge,” said Madalyn of the Innovation Hall Bears. The DeBruce Foundation is so grateful to work alongside Make48, empowering future innovators.
Discover how Agilities can support your event and equip any team for success. Learn more!
Bridging education and careers on the TransformED podcast
Rebecca Kessler of The DeBruce Foundation was featured in the TransformED podcast with Valorie Montgomery and Shauna Stephanchick. Rebecca shared experiences as an educator who implemented Agilities in her own classroom. She now works with a network of educators to help integrate the Agilities via the K-12 Career Literacy Resources into classrooms across the nation!
These resources help to transform the classroom, for students and educators, into engaging environments where students can discover their interests and skills.
Building career confidence with ASA
A recent case study highlights the impact of EvolveMe®, part of ASA’s digital career readiness suite, paired with The DeBruce Foundation’s resources and Agile Work Profiler. In 2024, The DeBruce Foundation tasks in EvolveMe achieved a 99% completion rate, underscoring the platform’s effectiveness. Students described the tasks as “easy to understand,” “really inspiring,” and “fun and informative.” Feedback revealed students valued learning how to align lifestyle, income, and job satisfaction. This holistic approach can build career and financial literacy, empowering youth for future-ready decision-making.
Partner of the Year honoree
“Craig’s dedication to innovation, entrepreneurship, and closing the racial wealth gap has transformed Kansas City’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.” – Heartland Black Chamber
Craig Moore II, Partner and Special Projects Manager at The DeBruce Foundation, was selected for the Heartland Black Chamber’s prestigious Partner of the Year Award.
With over a decade of leadership in DEI, workforce development, and economic inclusion, Craig inspires us to dream bigger in our work to expand career pathways!
Expanding Pathways with our future leaders
In 2024, DeBruce Career Corps—a dynamic group of over 50 future leaders—brought energy and innovation to our mission. They mentored peers, tested career literacy resources, and advised our team with their invaluable insights. From hosting career exploration activities during Remake Learning Days KC, to guiding ProX Summer Internship students in discovering their Agilities, their efforts have made a significant impact. These young leaders are working toward shaping their own futures and the future workforce every day.
Interested in joining? Learn more.
How to Build Empowered Careers in the new year
The new year is a perfect moment to reflect, take time to celebrate your achievements and set new goals for the year ahead.
Whether you’re advancing your career, supporting students, or empowering your team, growth opportunities are plentiful. Explore our latest Employment Empowerment research and discover resources to guide your journey. Let’s make next year a year of career literacy and empowerment for all!
The DeBruce Foundation is hiring
We are seeking a driven, visionary, and collaborative activator to serve as The Foundation’s Senior Director of Partnership Experience. This individual will lead The Foundation’s work in bringing tools, training, and resources to partner organizations, seeking greater impact through widespread adoption. This role reports directly to the Executive Director & COO.
Access the full job description and additional information here.
Join us for a training
Are you looking for resources to build career pathways in your classroom, curriculum, or organization? Register now to explore our career tools and join us in expanding career opportunities!
1/7 Agilities Tour
1/7-8 Agilities Coach Training (Indiana)
1/21 Agilities Tour
1/23-24 Agilities Coach Training (KC)
2/4 Agilities Tour
