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Melted Crayons Launches Workforce Development Initiative to Create Tech Careers and Build Economic Mobility in Underserved Communities
Building innovative technologies while changing lives along the way
The company is planning its first round of funding - up to $500,000 - to launch operations and is simultaneously introducing a $25 million national social-impact campaign to expand mentorship and internship opportunities in high-growth sectors.
"We're not just teaching people to code - we're teaching them to build careers and futures," said Christopher Warrior, Founder and CEO of Melted Crayons, a veteran educator with 15+ years of experience in technology education. "Many talented individuals can learn technical skills, but without understanding corporate culture, communication, and professional resilience, they struggle to sustain and grow their careers. We're changing that."
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Three Divisions Driving the Initiative
Education Division - Hands-on training combining technical instruction with workplace readiness, project management, communication, and interview preparation - supported by mentorship and internship programs that help participants thrive in real-world environments.
Financial Literacy Division - Personal finance, credit, investment, and wealth-building strategies - including how to maximize employee benefits and equity opportunities in tech companies.
Real Estate Division - Development of co-working spaces, tech training facilities, and affordable housing near innovation corridors - creating physical access to opportunity.
Designed for both recent graduates and adult career-changers, the program offers 6- to 12-month pathways from no experience to job-ready status, followed by first-year employment support to ensure long-term success.
"Our banking and business partners recognize that sustainable community transformation requires more than technical skills," Warrior added. "It takes mentorship, opportunity, and access to real career pathways. Companies gain diverse, well-prepared talent; communities experience lasting economic growth; and participants gain life-changing careers."
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The $25 Million Social Impact Campaign
The Melted Crayons Social Impact Campaign aims to raise $25 million to fund program expansion, community partnerships, and workforce centers nationwide. The initiative welcomes partners from all sectors - technology, real estate, education, and finance - to collaborate on a scalable model for inclusive workforce development.
Success will be measured by career advancement, retention, and long-term community impact - not just hiring numbers.
Visit https://meltedcrayons.tv/our-social-impact-initiative/ for details.
As the company continues to grow, Melted Crayons remains committed to one simple mission - growing the company and changing lives along the way.
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About Melted Crayons
Melted Crayons is a technology and education company bridging the digital divide through creativity, workforce development, and community investment. By blending innovation in gaming, e-commerce, and learning, it empowers individuals from underrepresented communities to thrive in the digital economy.
Program: Ages 18 + | 6 - 12 months | Full- and part-time options available
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Christopher Warrior
Founder & CEO, Melted Crayons
Email: connect@meltedcrayons.tv
Website: https://meltedcrayons.tv
Company:
Melted Crayons
Contact Person:
Christopher Warrior
Position:
Founder & CEO
Postal Address:
Orange County, CA 92630
United States
Email:
connect@meltedcrayons.tv
Website:
https://meltedcrayons.tv
Melted Crayons is a technology and education company dedicated to bridging the digital divide through creativity, workforce development, and community investment. Founded by educator and entrepreneur Christopher Warrior, the company builds innovative platforms that merge learning, media, and opportunity - from workforce readiness and financial literacy programs to creative AI and game-based education.
Through strategic partnerships across technology, finance, and real estate, Melted Crayons empowers youth and adults from underserved communities to gain the skills, confidence, and access needed to thrive in the digital economy - growing the company and changing lives along the way.
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