$1.2 billion
$21.5 million (NC Dept. of Commerce)
$1.5 million (approximate) for Charlotte Mecklenburg through June 30, 2011
Charlotte Mecklenburg Workforce Development Board
This program provides employment training and summer jobs to eligible youth. The Charlotte Mecklenburg Workforce Development Board has issued an RFP for service providers from May 1 - September 30, 2009. RFP's are due April 3, 2009 with a decision expected by the end of April. Information on contracting opportunities beyond September 30, 2009 will be forthcoming.
Low Income Youth ages 14-24, with at least one of the following barriers to employment:
- Deficient in basic literacy skills
- School dropout
- Homeless, runaway, or foster child
- Pregnant or parenting
- Ex-offender
- Is an individual (including a youth with a disability) who requires additional assistance to complete an educational program, or to secure and hold employment.
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Workforce Development Board, 704-336-6270
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