Let’s Make LIVING WAGE the Standard

At Wonolo, our mission is to make work flexible and fulfilling for everyone. We witness every day how work brings a sense of belonging, a sense of respect, and a sense of dignity. Today, with millions of Americans unemployed and…

I am a Wonoloer: Hear from Ashley Who was the #1 Wonoloer on the Leaderboard for the Month of February

Hi! My name is Ashley and I am a Wonoloer in the New Jersey area. I’m from Jamaica but have lived in New Jersey for about 15 years. I heard about Wonolo last November and briefly got started before I…

Celebrating International Women’s Day

This month is Women’s History Month and we want to take the time on International Women’s Day to celebrate the women Wonoloers who accept jobs on our app. Most people think that it’s mainly men who are in blue-collar jobs,…

I am a Wonoloer: Sophia Shares How Her Dream of Being a Chef Has Evolved Over the Last Year

Hey! My name is Sophia and I am a Wonoloer in the New York area. I was born and raised in Brooklyn. My passion is food and I’m a chef here in the city. This time last year, I was…

The Push for a Federal Minimum Wage Increase

There is a lot of conversation about the minimum wage. Recently, many states and cities have enacted minimum wage increases, and the concept of a living wage is becoming more widespread. Plus, there is talk of increasing the federal minimum…

I am a Wonoloer: Iris from Texas is February’s Wonoloer of the Month

Hey everyone! My name is Iris and I’m a Wonoloer in Texas. I’m honored to be the winner of February’s Wonoloer of the Month. I’m originally from the East Coast but moved out here to be closer to my mother.…

What is Living Wage?

Recently there has been a lot of news around increasing the federal minimum wage, which has stood at $7.25/hour since 2009. With those conversations there is sometimes another important term brought up: living wage. They may sound similar, but there…