Youth Co-Op Named a 2025 USA TODAY Nonprofit Top Workplaces Winner
MIAMI, FL — [July 16, 2025] — Youth Co-Op, a leading nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals through education, workforce development, and community engagement, is proud to announce it has been named a 2025 USA TODAY Nonprofit Top Workplaces winner. This prestigious honor, presented by USA TODAY and Energage, recognizes organizations with 150 or more employees that excel in creating exceptional, people-first workplace cultures.
The 2025 USA TODAY Top Workplaces award is determined solely by authentic employee feedback gathered through a confidential survey conducted by Energage, a leading HR research and technology company. The survey evaluates workplace experience based on research-driven statements proven to predict high performance, reflecting Youth Co-Op’s commitment to fostering a supportive and inspiring environment for its team.
“We are thrilled to receive this recognition, which reflects the dedication and passion of our incredible staff,” said Connie Perez-Borroto President and CEO, of Youth Co-Op. “At Youth Co-Op, our mission to transform lives through education and opportunity starts with our team. This award is a testament to their hard work and the collaborative, purpose-driven culture we’ve built together.”
Youth Co-Op’s workplace culture emphasizes empowerment, collaboration, and community impact, aligning with its mission to prepare youth for successful futures. In 2024, Youth Co-Op’s staff served over 75,000 individuals across Florida to advance programs in education, employment and empowerment. This award underscores the organization’s commitment to nurturing both its employees and the communities it serves.
“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor, especially because it comes directly from employee feedback,” said Eric Rubino, CEO of Energage. “Youth Co-Op’s recognition highlights their dedication to creating a workplace where employees feel valued and empowered, which is critical in today’s competitive landscape.”
The 2025 USA TODAY Top Workplaces program recognized 1,526 organizations nationwide, with Youth Co-Op standing out among 135 nonprofit employers honored for their exceptional workplace environments. The full list of winners is available at topworkplaces.com.
ABOUT YOUTH CO-OP
Founded in 1973, Youth Co-Op is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering underserved individuals and youth through education, workforce development, and community engagement. With a focus on breaking barriers to opportunity, Youth Co-Op provides innovative programs that foster academic success, career readiness, and personal growth. Learn more at ycoop.org or contact Aimee Ariola, Community Outreach and Global Partnership Manager at aimee.ariola@ycoopmail.org.
ABOUT ENERGAGE
Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into actionable business intelligence and credible employer recognition through the Top Workplaces program. Built on 19 years of culture research and feedback from over 27 million employees across 70,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmarks available. For more information, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.
