Per Scholas Greater Boston Showcased Following Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development Grant

July 31, 2024

Per Scholas Greater Boston received a Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund grant from Commonwealth Corporation for the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development (EOLWD) in 2023. This grant aimed to support Per Scholas’ mission of advancing economic mobility for diverse communities through no-cost technology training and job attainment. With the EOLWD grant, Per Scholas Greater Boston continued to expand its capacity to provide no-cost, high-quality training in IT and cybersecurity, helping more individuals gain the skills needed to attain well-paying jobs in the tech industry. This funding also enabled Per Scholas to enhance its employer partnerships and job placement services, ensuring that graduates can successfully transition into thriving careers.

Watch the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development’s video feature on Per Scholas Greater Boston here!

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