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.
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.

