Empowering our
Youth to Take Control
of Their Life Future Family Community
We inspire the next generation of leaders by putting their futures back in their capable hands.
Control
Connection &
Discipline
We inspire the next generation of leaders by putting their futures back in their capable hands.
Meaningful
Employment &
Careers
We inspire the next generation of leaders by putting their futures back in their capable hands.
Run Hope Work’s Pathway to Employment
Using culturally relevant training modules and mentors, RHW develops positive character attributes, offers construction skills training and delivers workforce readiness training, and provides physical fitness training.
CONSTRUCTION DEVELOPMENT
Join the workforce of skilled craftspeople and help shape the landscape of your
community.
GRADUATION AND PLACEMENT
RHW is your fast-track to a sustainable career through training and employer referral.
Our Impact
Utilizing culturally relevant training modules and mentors, Run Hope Work provides career skills training and certification programs to participants in the construction industry. In addition to fostering positive character attributes, our career skills programs incorporate workforce readiness training to facilitate a seamless transition into a job, physical fitness to enhance overall health, and meditation to foster inner peace during times of adversity.
Jose Ortiz
Honoring Our Founder's Legacy
Run Hope Work was founded in 2014 by Jose Ortiz, who has since passed away. Jose had modeled the program after his own path to success, after he struggled with addiction and homelessness. He received a second chance from a mentor who taught him the trade of flooring, and friends who introduced him to running.
Running and meditation saved him from a life of hardship. Jose became the proud owner of Allstate Floors, a community leader, and a decorated triathlete. With a heart full of compassion, Jose had created Run Hope Work in hopes of helping others like him achieve wellness and career stability.
Testimonials
RUN FOR A BETTER LIFE 5K
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- OCTOBER 19, 2025
Run Hope Work is excited to host our annual Run For A Better Life 5K on October 19th, 2025. Racers will take on the fast, flat, out-and-back course in Anacostia Park starting at the Roller Skating Pavilion.
