Project Skill-Up

Year Funded

2010

Amount

$750,000

The project is a workforce development initiative with three core components: 1) develop and implement outreach and recruitment activities to individuals, communities, and businesses adversely impacted by changes in the tobacco industry; 2) provide skills assessment and short-term occupational skills training; and 3) provide financial assistance to students to meet their educational goals. The goals and objectives of this project will be implemented at 24 community colleges serving nearly 3,000 participants.

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