Creating opportunities in the communities we serve is at the heart of our
outreach
efforts. These initiatives play a key role in how we grow our workforce. Through local partnerships,
hiring
efforts, and associate-led projects, we’re creating meaningful opportunities that strengthen both
our teams
and the communities where we work.
Building Our Team Through Partnerships
These aren’t just community programs. They’re pipelines into careers and
they’re
changing lives every day. Whether we’re offering a second chance or helping young adults gain
real-world
experience, these initiatives are part of how we build our team and reflect our values.
"Participating in our Company’s outreach program has been on of the most
rewarding
aspects of my work. It’s given us a chance to connect directly with the community, listen to their
needs, and
make a real impact. Through this initiative, we’ve not only built stronger relationships outside our
organization, but also strengthened our team internally by working towards a shared goal of service
and
support.
I’m proud to be part of a company that values giving back and investing in the
people around us."
Stacy Walker Sr. HR Manager North America
Initatives to Support the Communities We Serve.
These opportunities aren’t just part of what we do, they’re part of how we
build a
stronger team and a stronger community. Our outreach efforts focus on opening doors for people
rebuilding
their lives, young adults developing new skills, and anyone seeking a path forward with dignity,
purpose, and
opportunity.
Americold’s Second Chance Program creates job opportunities for individuals
who were
formerly incarcerated, homeless, or recovering from addiction. By offering meaningful
work, we help
people rebuild their lives and bring motivated, high-performing talent into our
workforce. This
initiative reflects our belief in second chances and our commitment to creating real,
lasting impact in
the communities we serve.
Focus Areas:
Providing stable jobs
Supporting successful reintegration
Empowering individual growth
YouthBuild is a global nonprofit organization that
empowers and
provides opportunity for youth—young individuals aged 16 to 24 who are out of school and out
of work—by
helping them gain education, job skills, and leadership experience. Through hundreds of
local programs,
YouthBuild participants work toward earning high school diplomas or equivalent credentials
while also
receiving hands-on training in fields such as construction, healthcare, IT, and retail. This
program
emphasizes personal and community transformation, and encourages youth to become leaders and
active
contributors to their communities. YouthBuild operates with a core belief in the untapped
potential of
these young individuals and aims to provide them with the tools and support needed to build
brighter
futures.
Focus Areas:
Hands-on job training
Earning education awards
Building community through service
See How We’re Building a Better Team
"As a General Manager, I know how crucial it is to hire
individuals who not
only have the right skills but also a strong desire to make a difference. YouthBuild
graduates truly
embody these qualities. They are dedicated, resilient, and committed to personal
growth, which aligns
perfectly with our company values.
In 2024, we hosted a site visit and tour for the YouthBuild
program
participants at our Westgate facility. The enthusiasm and eagerness to learn that
these participants
brought with them were truly inspiring. They showed a keen interest in pursuing
careers with
Americold, and their readiness to grow and adapt was evident from the start.
Americold is proud to support programs that invest in the
future of our
workforce and community. We believe in the potential of YouthBuild graduates and are
excited about the
positive impact they can make within our organization."
Chris Rush
General Manager
North America
"Americold’s participation in the Second Chance Program has
played an
integral part in our engagement with the communities where our facilities are
located. They have been
transformative individuals looking for an opportunity to turn their life around with
an organization
willing to take a chance on them. Americold’s Second Chance Program gives them a
sense of pride,
personal growth, and an opportunity to move on from mistakes of the past. The
feedback we have
received from our new associates is that they have been given a real chance to
rebuild their life. Our
Second Chance participants have shown tenacity, an appetite to learn, and a
willingness to work hard
for future development. The Second Chance Program has been an excellent partnership
for us."
Michelle
Thomas HR Generalist
North America
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