College-Trades
College & Trades Career Pathway
Helping single moms earn the education and career training needed to provide long-term stability for their children.
Through Hope for Single Moms, women pursue college degrees, skilled trades, and career certifications while receiving the support they need to finish strong.
Why Education Matters
Education is one of the most powerful ways to break the cycle of poverty!
Many single mothers begin school with determination—but without support, the financial and practical barriers can feel overwhelming.
Hope for Single Moms removes those barriers so moms can focus on building a career and creating a stable future for their children.
When a mom graduates, her children see what’s possible!
What Support Families Receive
Financial Assistance
Tuition gap support
Books and school supplies
Laptops and program equipment
Certification or lab fees
- On-campus parking fees
Practical Support
Childcare assistance
Transportation or gas cards
Emergency assistance (car repairs, rent, groceries)
Mentoring & Coaching
Goal setting
Mom coaches and mentors
Financial and life skills guidance
- Parenting guidance
Community
Workshops
Mom gatherings
Family events
Peer support from other student moms
OUR GOAL: Graduation and Family Stability
Our goal is not simply enrollment—it’s graduation and career stability.
Because when a mother earns a career education, she changes the trajectory of her family.
Children grow up seeing perseverance, education, and hope modeled in their own home.
Explore Another Pathway-Workforce Training
College isn’t the career education path for everyone.
In 2026, Hope for Single Moms expanded career pathways with the launch of Hope Workforce Institute, beginning with the Cleaning for Hope workforce training program.