Harrisburg, PA – Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Jerry Oleksiak today announced the availability of $200,000 in grant funding through the Veterans Employment Program (VEP) to assist veterans with getting good jobs. Eligible workforce development, community-based and educational organizations in Delaware County are encouraged to apply for the funding.
“Our veterans deserve our support, especially when it comes to succeeding after their service, and Pennsylvania employers need skilled workers to help them succeed and thrive,” said Secretary Oleksiak. “The Veterans Employment Program will not only provide employment opportunities for our honorable Delaware County veterans but will work to provide more comprehensive services to address barriers to employment and improve their employment outcomes.”
L&I will provide a $200,000 grant from PA Industry Partnership (IP) Heroes Path funds to support a workforce development program that will link veterans with employment and employment support in Delaware County that innovatively and creatively addresses barriers to employment facing our veterans. The VEP will operate from Dec. 1, 2020 to Nov. 30, 2021.
Additional details and the grant application can be found on L&I’s website. The deadline to apply is Sept. 30, 2020. Eligible applicants include the Delaware County local workforce development board, non-profit and non-governmental entities, community-based organizations, education and post-secondary organizations, labor organizations, business associations, and economic development entities.
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