TECH Launch Program
Grantee: Strength Solutions Incorporated
Project Summary:
With this three-year grant, Strength Solutions Incorporated will implement a program called, Tech Launch. This program is a community-based school to employment program. Tech Launch will provide career exploration opportunities for individuals both with and without I/DD in the high demand field of information technology. In addition to career exploration, Strength Solutions Incorporated will teach soft skills through the Virtues Curriculum and engage in service activities based upon the community’s needs. The program implementation will take place in the rural counties of Allegany and Cattaraugus.
Key Activities:
- Develop and implement the Tech Launch program, including soft and technical skills training, coupled with a community-based skills application project.
- Train and support 65 youth per year to increase their knowledge of career options and job readiness skills.
- Evaluate and implement programmatic amendments to the Tech Launch program.
- Explore sustainable funding resources and opportunities to ensure the continuation of the program after CDD funds end.
Total Funding: $225,000
Project Length: 3 years
Project Start: October 1, 2018
Geographic Reach: Allegany and Cattaraugus Counties
Current Status: Complete