Project Skill-Up

Year Funded

2012

Amount

$375,000

Up to 20 community colleges across the state will utilize grant funds to target workforce development initiatives Core components include developing and implementing outreach activities to individuals, communities, and businesses adversely impacted by changes in the tobacco industry; provide skills assessment and short-term occupational skills training; and provide financial assistance to students to meet their educational goals. It is expected to reach 2,000 students.

Ms. Barbara Boyce
NC Community College System 5001 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699