Armando Saldana

Success Stories Armando Saldana Armando hit rock bottom in 2016 when he was laid off from the production line job he had held for over 25 years. Without a regular paycheck coming in, he soon found himself without a place to live, and became homeless for around a year and a half. Two years ago, […]

Saul Ramirez

Success Stories Saul Ramirez Saul’s journey with Neighborhood Industries is a testament to the power of dedication and opportunity. Starting as a Pathways to Employment participant six years ago, Saul’s hard work and growth propelled him to become the Neighborhood Street Cleanup Program Supervisor. Today, he serves as the Facilities Manager, playing a crucial role […]

Amy Perez

Success Stories AMY PEREZ Amy came to Pathways to Employment in August 2023. Several months before that, she had made the decision to remove herself and her seven children from a home environment stuck in a cycle of domestic violence and addiction. She found temporary housing through another community organization, but needed to find a […]

Hermalinda Galindo

Success Stories Hermalinda Galindo Hermalinda came to Neighborhood Thrift as a referral through CalWORKS/Welfare to Work in 2019. She had never had a job before, and felt excited at the prospect of trying something new as a Production Assistant in the Neighborhood Thrift warehouse. She was eager to learn everything she could. As she was […]