About Us
KOPC Workforce Development, a 501C3 nonprofit established in 2018 by Knights of Peter Claver, Council 25. KOPC is a certified NCCER training site situated near key employers such as Ingalls Shipbuilding, Chevron Oil Refinery, and U.S. Naval and Air Force Bases. KOPC addresses the shortage of skilled construction and technical workers on the Mississippi Gulf Coast by offering training programs in Basic General Construction and Basic Electrical Wiring, helping unemployed and underemployed residents secure entry-level positions in these high-demand fields.
The History of The Knights of Peter Claver: Council 25
The Knights of Peter Claver was founded November 7, 1909 in Mobile, AL, as an organization to allow people of color full membership in a Catholic fraternity. The church has given the order such strong support throughout the years that it now has nearly 1000 units in 54 Dioceses throughout the United States and San Andres, S.A. More than 100 years ago, Fr. Samuel J. Kelly, the first Pastor of our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church, and one of the 7 founders of our noble order established The Knights of Peter Claver Council 25 at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church in Biloxi, Mississippi.
Encouraging a Brighter Future
At KOPC Workforce, we recognize the significant impact parents have on their children. By creating a learning environment that promotes personal growth and financial empowerment, we aim to enable students to be positive role models and break the cycle of limited opportunities.
Our holistic approach supports marginalized communities by providing the tools and knowledge needed for success, fostering a ripple effect of positive change within families and communities. Through this commitment, we work towards a more inclusive and prosperous future for all.