Operation New Hope Youth Opportunity Centers

06/13/2026

When the noise fades,
the mind becomes clear.
Look at nature—quiet, steady, whole…
nothing forced, yet everything aligned.
So we move.
Always forward. Never back.
— Bill Degnan

06/11/2026

🎉 Help us celebrate our incredible Coach Stachia! Happy Stachia Day🎉 - Late post Happy June 7th (oh yeah 6/7 😂)

Today we’re sending the biggest birthday wishes your way! 🎂✨
Coach Stachia, may this year bring you countless joyful moments and beautiful memories. 💫

Thank you for your unwavering dedication to our mission and for the love and care you pour into every student who walks through our doors. 💚

We’re so lucky to have you ! Happy Birthday! 🎈🎁

06/11/2026

🎉 Help us celebrate our incredible Coach Paul! Happy Paul Day🎉

Today we’re sending the biggest birthday wishes your way! 🎂✨
Coach Paul, may this year bring you countless joyful moments and beautiful memories. 💫

Thank you for your unwavering dedication to our mission and for the love and care you pour into every student who walks through our doors. 💚

We’re so lucky to have you ! Happy Birthday! 🎈🎁

06/10/2026

Building Futures, Together 💼✨
Coach Monique is on the ground making impact, enrolling youth into the San Bernardino County Workforce Development Board’s Youth WIOA Program and connecting opportunities through our incredible community partners at Open Doors of Faith, a Construction Career Pathways program.

This is what true community collaboration looks like. When we come together with a shared purpose, we create stronger pathways and brighter futures for our youth. 💪🏽

We’re proud to stand alongside our partners: SB County Workforce Development Department • Operation New Hope • Open Doors of Faith • SB County Probation • Target Foundation • US Bank Foundation • IEHP Foundation

Together, we are stronger. Together, we build success. 🙌🏽

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06/09/2026

We are proud of Mr. Malcolm’s journey. 🙌
Last month, he secured his first apartment.
Last week, he purchased his first car. 🚗

After spending over two decades inside California CDCR, he is back home—proving that change is real and progress is possible.

Through the support of Operation New Hope, stories like this remind us:
✨ Second chances matter
✨ Growth is possible
✨ Success happens with the right support

We’re honored to walk alongside individuals rebuilding their lives and strengthening our communities ❤️

06/07/2026

🎉 Saturday Success Story Spotlight 🎉
Join us in celebrating Jeral J, an exceptional young man whose dedication, positive attitude, and unwavering commitment continue to inspire those around him. His outgoing personality, strong character, and determination to achieve his goals make him a shining example of excellence and leadership.
We are incredibly proud of all that you have accomplished and thankful for the positive impact you make within our community. Your journey is a testament to growth, perseverance, and the limitless potential that lies ahead.
Be sure to swipe through to the last slide to read Jeral’s powerful testimony in his own words and learn more about the experiences, growth, and determination that have shaped his journey.
Keep striving, keep leading, and keep shining, Jeral! Your future is bright, and we can’t wait to see all that you will achieve. 🌟
Congratulations on your success and continued growth!

06/07/2026

Hey y’all! It’s that time of the month again!
Come on down this Monday, June 8, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at our San Bernardino Campus for FREE HIV testing.
Testing is quick and easy—a simple finger-prick test with results in about 30 minutes. Follow-up care and resources are available if needed.
We’ll also have FREE wellness items and health resources available.
Don’t be shy—stop by, get tested, and take charge of your health. We look forward to seeing you there!

06/06/2026

D-Day — June 6, 1944 🇺🇸
We must never allow this powerful day to be forgotten… nor the ultimate sacrifice made by so many young men and women. Because of their courage, many of us are here today.
On this day in 1944, Allied forces launched Operation OVERLORD, the largest amphibious invasion in history. More than 7,000 ships, carrying 195,000 naval personnel from eight nations, crossed the English Channel toward Normandy, France.
Nearly 133,000 troops stormed the beaches, UTAH, OMAHA, GOLD, JUNO, and SWORD, facing unimaginable danger to secure freedom for future generations.
By the end of June, over 850,000 soldiers, 148,000 vehicles, and 570,000 tons of supplies had reached the shores of Normandy. The bravery shown that day marked the turning point of World War II in Europe.
Their sacrifice led to victory. On May 7, 1945, N**i Germany surrendered.
Today, we honor the courage, the resilience, and the lives given for freedom.
We remember. We are grateful. We will never forget.

06/01/2026

Help us congratulate one of our may success story🥳🥳🥳

Danielle Alvarez’s testimony: My story starts when something happened to me late last year that ended up putting me on summary probation. Since then, I have thrived while trying to get back on track. I have completed anger management and that helped me find outlets to help with my anger; and I even met some cool people. I am now thriving in school and working to get off probation (as I begin HS).

Danielle enrolled in our MAPS Anger Management class. When she first arrived, I think she was unsure of what to expect. She would make these faces and that brought up a whole topic of how looks perceived a certain way can just be a misunderstanding. Once she warmed up to our program, Danielle became very outspoken and I could see from the beginning that she is a natural born leader. Danielle completed her Anger Management course as well as the majority, if not all of her community service hours. There is a fire in her that I don’t think she is fully aware of, but with the right guidance, she will be very successful. Danielle is smart, kind, outgoing, and athletic. She deserves to get recognition for her accomplishments and that is why I want to commend her for all her hard work and effort she has put forth while in our program, as well as in her personal life. I could go on and on about how great this young lady is because she deserves to hear it. I am proud of Danielle and all of her accomplishments. She will go on to do great things and help others because that’s the kind of person she is

05/30/2026

🎥 Take a moment to hear directly from the voices behind our success…
At Operation New Hope , our students’ journeys are filled with resilience, determination, and transformation. Every success story represents not only individual growth, but the collective impact of a community committed to second chances and opportunity.
We are incredibly proud of our students, each story is unique, powerful, and inspiring.

Their success, and the continued success of Operation New Hope, is made possible through the trusted investment and partnership of our funders:
🔹 San Bernardino County Workforce Development Board
🔹 San Bernardino County Probation Department
🔹 Office of Youth and Community Restoration
🔹 BOARD OF STATE AND COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS
🔹 California Workforce Development Board
🔹 City of San Bernardino
🔹 IEHP Foundation
🔹 Sierra Health Foundation
🔹 U.S. Department of Justice
🔹 U.S. Bank Foundation
🔹 Target Foundation
🔹 Learn4Life Schools
Together, we are creating pathways to opportunity, restoring hope, and empowering the next generation to succeed.

05/30/2026

✨ Celebrating Success. Honoring Growth. Building Futures. ✨
At Operation New Hope , we dedicate the last Friday of every month to something truly special recognizing the incredible success stories of the resilient people we serve.

Each month, we highlight students across our programs who have gone above and beyond showing resilience, commitment, and a drive to create a better future for themselves and their communities.

Today, we proudly recognize participants from:
🔹 San Bernardino County Workforce Development Board – WIOA Program
🔹 San Bernardino County Probation Department (Juvenile)
🔹 Community Solutions, Inc.
MAPS – Multi-Agency Programs & Services
🔹 Office of Youth and Community Restoration – Title II
🔹 U.S. Department of Justice – Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN)
🔹 BOARD OF STATE AND COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS – Warm Handoff Program (WHO-ARG)
🔹 California Workforce Development Board – HIRE (Helping Justice-Involved Reenter Employment)
🔹 City of San Bernardino Municipal Government - Violence Intervention Prevention Program

In partnership with:
🤝 Family Assistance Program
🤝 Inland Career Education Center
🤝 Learn4Life Schools
🤝 Health Foundation – Community-Based Capacity Building Initiative (CBO-CBI)
🤝 IEHP Foundation – Champions for Vibrant Health Leadership Network
🤝 U.S. Bank Foundation
🤝 Target Foundation
🤝 Entrepreneur High School
🤝 San Bernardino Community College District

These partnerships represent a unified commitment to second chances, opportunity, and transformation.

👏 To our students: your hard work does not go unnoticed. Your growth inspires us. Your success fuels our mission.
Together, we are not just creating opportunities we are restoring hope and changing lives.

05/29/2026

👷Workforce Opportunities 👷‍♀️
We are proud to continue strengthening our partnership between Operation New Hope and the San Bernardino Community College District creating pathways to high-wage careers through industry-recognized workforce certificate programs.

This week, 9 ONH participants had the opportunity to explore the Utility Line industry firsthand gaining insight, exposure, and inspiration for the journey ahead. We’re excited to share that all 9 individuals will begin their certification classes in just two weeks.

Opportunities like this are life-changing, and we’re not done yet. We currently have 5 seats still available. If you know someone ready to take the next step toward a career, please have them connect with Coach Charles or Coach Melody Ridoloso .
909.380.0641

At Operation New Hope, we remain committed to leading the way in reentry and youth workforce development, because when we invest in people, we create stronger communities.

Creating opportunities. Changing lives. Building futures.
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05/25/2026

Sending our love and prayers to the families who have lost someone in service to our country. We honor the courage and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for our freedom. ❤️🤍💙

05/22/2026

The most important step you take is the step you are taking at this moment.

All ways forward never Back— Bill Degnan

05/22/2026

🎉 Help us celebrate our incredible Coach K! Happy Khalilah Day🎉

Today we’re sending the biggest birthday wishes your way! 🎂✨
Coach K, may this year bring you countless joyful moments and beautiful memories. 💫

Thank you for your unwavering dedication to our mission and for the love and care you pour into every student who walks through our doors. 💖

We’re so lucky to have you ! Happy Birthday! 🎈🎁

05/20/2026

Hello hello 📣 Calling all youth in San Bernardino!

Are you interested in joining a Youth Advisory Board and making a real impact in your community?

This is your chance to:
• Advocate for youth voices
• Get involved in community outreach
• Gain real-world leadership experience
• Help with projects that improve our community
• Meet new people and expand your knowledge

No experience needed — just dedication, responsibility, and consistency 💪

If you’re passionate about helping your community and want to make a difference, we’d love to have you join us!

📩 Scan the QR code or email us to learn more!!!!

05/17/2026

Thank you Vera Institute of Justice

Yesterday, along with the Michelson Center for Public Policy, and our partners at Operation New Hope and Chrysalis, we traveled to Sacramento to meet with California legislators in support of the Jails to Jobs (J2J) program ahead of upcoming state budget negotiations.

California has long recognized that stable employment is essential to public safety. Through significant public investments in workforce development—including for those impacted by the criminal justice system—the state has demonstrated its commitment to building a resilient labor force while transforming lives and improving public safety. would apply these strategies at the pretrial stage, a period that is critical to breaking the “cycle of crime” and improving safety for everyone.

At yesterday’s meetings, legislators heard from service providers, system impacted partners, and our teams about how access to jobs and economic stability can be powerful tools to reduce system involvement and keep communities safe.

Urge California officials to support Jails to Jobs because stable jobs = public safety: https://secure.vera.org/a/jails-to-jobs

05/14/2026

Excellent day standing together

05/13/2026

Huge thank you to CVS Health and our Health Career Connections partners for showing up and pouring into our youth today 💙 Your support, guidance, and encouragement are helping create brighter futures and stronger pathways to success for the next generation 🙌

05/13/2026

Today, our CEO Russell Degnan stood side by side with the Vera Institute of Justice , advocating before the budget committee and state legislature for critical funding to support workforce development for individuals in the reentry process.

The data is clear: employment is one of the strongest factors in diverting individuals away from recidivism. When people are given real opportunities to work, they gain stability, dignity, and a path forward for themselves, their families, and their communities.

We’re grateful for the leadership and partnership of Maria aka MJ, Sergio, Afton, Anthony, and Danika, whose commitment continues to move this work forward.

This is what systems change looks like showing up, speaking truth backed by data, and advocating for solutions that work.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all of our New Hope moms and the moms to be.
We celebrate you today and always, and we pray your day is filled with peace, joy, and love. 💐

05/09/2026

💙 Standing with Our AAPI Community 💙
We’re proud to share that Coach Mel is supporting the Catholic Diocese’s Asian American & Pacific Island Forum, helping elevate voices that are too often unheard.

Asian Americans experience some of the highest rates of mental distress, yet remain among the least likely to seek help. Stigma, cultural taboos, and the model minority myth continue to create barriers where compassion, understanding, and support are needed most.

At Operation New Hope, we believe healing begins with conversation, cultural respect, and courage. Together, we can create spaces where mental health is acknowledged, supported, and never stigmatized.
✨ Awareness leads to action.
✨ Community leads to hope.

05/08/2026

The soul would have no rainbow
if the eyes had no tears.

Always forward Never Back— Bill Degnan

05/05/2026

Grateful for everyone who came out to kick off our Community Wellness Pop-Up Clinic 💙

Join us next month for quick, incentivized testing—just a simple finger prick to know your status and help protect our community.

Big thank you to our amazing certified PrEP workers for showing up and making it all happen 🙌

05/04/2026

LinkedIn for Nonprofits Article
Collective Vision, Measurable Impact: Advancing Workforce Equity in San Bernardino County
Written by: Russell Degnan
May 3, 2026
This past week, I had the honor of joining the San Bernardino County Workforce Development Board's Annual Retreat as a committee member of the Special Populations Committee. It was a meaningful day of reflection, alignment, and forward-looking strategy, one that reaffirmed the power of collaboration in advancing equitable workforce opportunities.

The Special Populations Committee is tasked with identifying and aligning resources for customers who may include, but are not limited to, justice-impacted individuals (reentry), people with disabilities, veterans, individuals experiencing homelessness, and Native American communities. Each year, we come together to assess progress toward the prior year’s goals and to collaboratively propose strategic goals for the upcoming program year.

Our focus this year centered on setting clear, actionable goals for San Bernardino County’s three America’s Job Centers of California (AJCC) goals that ensure community members from special populations are met with client-centered services that lead to meaningful outcomes.

What made this retreat so impactful was the collective wisdom and energy in the room. I had the privilege of spending the day alongside representatives from the Workforce Development Board, Workforce Development Department staff, and fellow committee members representing key stakeholders, including County departments, school districts, Labor Union Leaders, and community-based organizations. These partners are on the ground every day, delivering high-quality, life-changing services to communities that have historically been underserved.

Together, we worked to design goals that do more than meet compliance requirements they create pathways.

The outcomes we shaped are designed to ensure San Bernardino County job seekers receive:

Clear goals and measurable objectives
Supportive, individualized services
Access to certified training opportunities
Pathways to median- and high-wage employment

We aligned our strategies with the County’s in-demand career sectors, including:

Health Care
Skilled Trades and Union Apprenticeships
Logistics and Transportation
Utilities
Construction
Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies

This approach recognizes that workforce development must evolve with labor market demand while remaining rooted in equity and access.

The Special Populations Committee is led by Mr. Lowell King , Chair of the Committee and Regional Operations Manager at Goodwill Industries of Southern California , whose leadership continues to anchor this work in both compassion and accountability. We are also grateful for the partnership and guidance of Mr. Robert Chavez Assistant Director of the San Bernardino County Workforce Development Department, whose commitment to systems-level impact is evident in every discussion.

At Operation New Hope, our mission centers on restoring hope, dignity, and opportunity; particularly for individuals navigating reentry and other systemic barriers. Participating in spaces like this retreat reminds me that real change happens when public agencies, nonprofits, and community leaders move together with intention.

I left the retreat energized and confident that the goals we’ve put forward will help ensure San Bernardino County job seekers especially those from special populations are supported, prepared, and positioned to thrive.

Grateful for the opportunity to serve, collaborate, and help build pathways that lead from potential to purpose.