Nurturing Opportunities for Independence:
From Inner-City Youth to Empowered Business Owners

We equip tomorrow’s leaders with financial literacy, vocational training, and the path to entrepreneurial success in the national security sector.

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At NOI Charities, we don’t create jobs. We create owners.

Addressing the Gap, Creating Opportunity

With the closure of Job Corps centers and limited vocational training options, inner-city youth face significant barriers to high-income careers. The national security contracting sector offers a proven path to financial independence and business ownership.

High Demand

Security contracting is a growing, recession-resistant industry

High Income

Competitive wages and entrepreneurial potential

Community Impact

Graduates become employers, fostering wealth creation

Business Ownership

Direct path to entrepreneurial success

Our 3-Phase Model
The Journey to Ownership

A comprehensive pathway from education to entrepreneurship

Phase 1

Education

The Foundation

Financial literacy, investing, business fundamentals, and vocational training in security and high-demand trades.

Financial Literacy & Investing

Business Fundamentals

Security Guard Certification

In-Demand Trades (IT, Systems)

Phase 2

Experience

The Apprenticeship

Minimum two years of paid security work to build capital, establish track record, and gain field expertise.

Minimum 2 Years Paid Security Work

Build Capital & Track Record

Ongoing Mentorship

Financial Coaching

Phase 3

Enterprise

The Launch

Integration into subcontracting networks, launching graduates as compliant, successful business owners.

Subcontracting Network Integration

National Security Contract Access

Business Launch Support

Become Employer & Community Leader

Our Impact

Transforming Lives, Building Futures

500+

Youth Trained

75+

Businesses Launched

94%

Employment Rate

1,200+

Industry Certifications

“NOI Charities didn’t just train me for a job—they gave me the tools to become a business owner. Now I’m running my own security firm and employing people from my community.”

— Marcus Johnson, Class of 2022

Security Business Owner

Ready to Transform Your Future?

Join our program and start your journey toward financial independence and business ownership.