Turning bold ideas into impact
Blue Ridge Labs
Blue Ridge Labs is Robin Hood's venture studio for scaling innovations to solve the most pressing social challenges.
Our Portfolio
With every new venture we back, the collective intelligence of our portfolio sharpens. This network drives real, lasting change.
Wiggle Room
2018
The Team
Jaime-Jin Lewis
Founder & CEO
Edwina Coburn-Sprigg
Co-Founder
WorkOnward
2023
WorkOnward
Founded in 2023
WorkOnward is a map-based hiring platform dedicated to connecting blue-collar and hourly job seekers with local, on-site jobs. By streamlining the hiring process for small businesses and promoting inclusive employment practices, WorkOnward creates accessible job opportunities that support low-income communities. Our platform empowers individuals—especially immigrants, caregivers, and students seeking flexible work—to find sustainable employment close to home, fostering economic mobility and strengthening local economies. Through our commitment to equitable hiring, we help break down barriers to employment, providing a pathway to financial stability for underserved populations.
The Team
Holly Jooyoung Diamond
Founder & CEO
Yenko
2014
The Team
