Dawn’s Culinary Journey with Opportunity Kitchen

At Columbia Ability Alliance, our mission is all about transformation—helping people discover their potential, learn new skills, and feel empowered to take the next steps in their lives. We’re so […]
Celebrating Our Impact: Columbia Ability Alliance’s 2023-2024 Achievements

We are excited to present Columbia Ability Alliance’s 2023/2024 Impact Report, showcasing the milestones and successes we’ve achieved over our past fiscal year (July 2023 – June 2024). Our commitment […]
Rolling Out Success: How Ray Johnson Found Confidence, Skills, and a Job He Loves

At Round Table Pizza in Pasco, the smell of fresh dough fills the air as the team gets ready for another busy day. But for those working the weekend shift, […]
Deelani’s Success Story

If you’ve been to the The Coffee Crush or Wingstop you might have been lucky enough to have been served by Deelani! She is an Opportunity Kitchen graduate armed with determination and a natural knack […]
Congratulations to Opportunity Kitchen: Class 8!

We are so thrilled to celebrate our eighth class of graduates from our Opportunity Kitchen training program. Jella, Deelani and Mark all worked so hard over the course of 12-weeks […]
From Passion to Impact: Corey’s Journey at Lowe’s Pasco

At Columbia Ability Alliance, we believe in the power of inclusive employment—creating opportunities where everyone can shine. Corey is a perfect example of how determination, enthusiasm, and a positive spirit […]
Round Table Pizza Employee Finds Success

Today we celebrate Isaac! He has been employed at Round Table Pizza since early 2020. When he came to Round Table via CI Employment Services, his goals were to maintain […]
A Culinary Triumph: Celebrating the Graduation of Opportunity Kitchen’s Dedicated Students

Last week marked a significant milestone as we gathered to celebrate the graduation of Christopher, Brittany, Leo, and Vincent from Opportunity Kitchen’s transformative training program. Over the past 12 weeks, these dedicated students have overcome barriers, honed their culinary skills, and emerged with newfound confidence. Join us in acknowledging their hard work and resilience as they embark on the exciting journey of pursuing successful careers in the culinary world.
Empowering Success: Celebrating Chris’s Journey from Part-Time to Full-Time Employment

Columbia Industries is proud to share a heartwarming success story of one of our long-time clients, Chris. Recently offered a full-time position at Goodwill after a decade of dedicated part-time work, Chris’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of employment services. Join us in celebrating his triumph and the pivotal role played by Columbia Industries’ Employment Consultants in making this achievement possible.