The mission of PRIDE Industries is to create jobs for people with disabilities. PRIDE�s vision is to be the premier employer of people with disabilities; the vendor of choice in the markets we serve; and the recognized leader in meeting the needs of individuals overcoming barriers to employment.

Accomplishments for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2012 PRIDE is organized into two separate companies, PRIDE Industries and PRIDE Industries One, Inc.  The operating intent is as a consolidated entity, reflected in the organizations� audited financials. PRIDE One is a 509(a)(3) Type 1, an organization organized and operated exclusively for the benefit of one or more publicly supported organizations (PRIDE Industries). The two structures support unique disability reporting definitions and requirements for nonprofits conducting federal contracts. As a social enterprise, PRIDE creates jobs for individuals with a wide range of disabilities, including our nation�s veterans, in its own business enterprises, and by partnering with others in the community. We meet the manufacturing and facilities service needs of businesses and government agencies while creating meaningful employment and a path to advancement through vocational training and supports to nearly 4,800 across 12 states and Washington, D.C. In FY 2012, PRIDE employed and served 2,630 individuals with disabilities. More than 400 were placed in supported or community employment, while another 400 individuals participate in PRIDE�s Career Development and Training Program leading to improved technical skills and career advancement opportunity. Investment in recruiting and placement resulted in a 44% increase in employment of veterans with disabilities. Investment in Assistive Technology advances helped more individuals with hearing, sight, and speech impairments to be employed. Finally, PRIDE served more than 100 at-risk youth with multiple obstacles to employment � including those emancipating from the foster care system in 2012.