MVCAA received a grant from Taco Bell Foundation to support direct financial assistance for youth ages 16-24 who are facing barriers to career readiness and gaining interviews.

MVCAA will provide direct financial assistance in the amount of $100 for 70 youth to purchase professional interview attire or any attire that may be needed for work readiness such as scrubs or work boots.

The financial assistance may also include bus passes or cab fare, hygiene products, assistance with obtaining a driver's license, fees for recovering paperwork such as a birth certificate, or any other need that would directly support work readiness.

Their ultimate goal is to help youth ages 16-24 obtain job interviews and ultimately, successful employment.

• Grant recipients must live in either Oneida or Herkimer County
• Grant money will be distributed on a first come first serve basis
• Follow-ups will be required with youth who are helped under this grant

Call (315) 624-9930 Ext. 2262 for more information.

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During the month of April, Madison County Working Solutions will hold office hours at various locations, including local libraries, schools, and the DMV, to make it easier for customers who live near those locations to get services.

• Working Solutions can help job seekers with:
  Job search assistance
  Resume help
  Interviewing tips
  Training opportunities
  And more!

To learn more about the services that Madison County Working Solutions can offer, contact Ellen Bowe: 315-363-2400,

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The Workforce Development Board's  Women in Apprenticeships and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) grant is excited to announce this awesome Women in Construction (WIC) event we are partnering in with Empowered Pathways, Gilbane, Hammes, and Mohawk Valley Health System!

This event will take place March 30th from 12:30-2PM and will include a panel of tradespeople and FREE lunch!

To sign up for this event contact Stephanie Heiland at  or call 315.207.6951 x110

Tuesday, March 29th 2pm – 6pm

From the organizers: "The Get Hired Job Fair is a convenient opportunity for employers to interview and hire local workers and job seekers to connect with companies who need their skills. Employers from a variety of industries will be in attendance looking for candidates at all skill levels."

The event is in-person, free to job seekers and open to the public.

See a list of participating employers

For more information about business packages/costs, GO HERE. 

Evaluation of Training and Experience To Be Held MARCH 15, 2022 through MAY 2, 2022

Applications MUST Be Submitted By MAY 2, 2022

See Details and How to Apply Here