RACC, Truist, and Boscov’s Partner for “I Am Career Ready” Shopping Event

From Reading Area Community College

The Foundation for RACC, Truist, and Boscov’s hosted an “I Am Career Ready” shopping event for 2025 Reading Area Community College graduates on Wednesday, April 30, at the Boscov’s Exeter store.

The event was made possible by a $20,000 grant from the Truist Foundation, with Boscov’s adding 10% toward the purchase of professional attire for RACC 2025 graduates entering the workforce.

“Truist is proud to partner with Reading Area Community College and Boscov’s in helping their students prepare for life’s next step. Our purpose is to ‘Inspire and build better lives and communities,’ and this event certainly provides the opportunity help bring that to life in Berks County. Thanks to RACC and Boscov’s for this opportunity, and we wish all the graduating RACC all the best in the future and success in fulfilling their purpose!” said Truist Senior Vice President Daniel Belk.

Boscov’s employees helped students select clothing for an upcoming internship or new career at no cost to the graduates. Most graduates received up to $250 worth of clothing and accessories.

“We’re delighted to partner with Reading Area Community College and help launch the careers of so many outstanding students. We thank Truist for the investment they have made in the graduates and in our community. We are pleased and excited to help outfit these hard-working students as they enter the workforce,” said CEO of Boscov’s Department Stores, Jim Boscov.

Additionally, Truist Bank representatives were on site to share money management tips with the graduates.

“This is a wonderful collaboration between three leading Berks County organizations. Last fall, Truist leadership and I were exploring ways to best maximize the benefits of this grant, and after discussing with Jim Boscov, the ‘I am Career Ready’ shopping event was born. As RACC graduates, they have the training to be successful in the workplace, and thanks to this grant, they will now have the professional attire to complement their skills,” said Foundation for RACC Executive Director Tony DeMarco.

To learn more about the Foundation for RACC, contact foundation@racc.edu or 610-607-6239.

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