Eight Million Stories and CoolxDad, with funding from the NBA Foundation, are partnering with the Houston Food Bank to provide a FREE Forklift Training Program designed to open doors to new opportunities.

This opportunity is for at-promise youth and young adults ages 18-24.

What You Will Gain:

Forklift Certification- Hands on training to safely operate a forklift

Transportation Assistance- Help getting to and from Training

Career Exploration - Discover pathways in logistics, warehousing, and trades

One-on-One Mentorship - Each participant will be paired with a dedicated mentor for guidance and support

Employment Placement Assistance- Job connections and career support upon program completion