TriCAP Scores $167,000 Grant for Workforce Development

(KNSI) — The Tri-County Action Program has gotten a share of $4 million for local workforce development programs.

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development says TriCAP will get a $167,500 Getting to Work grant to help with financial literacy, car maintenance, and repair training.

According to a press release, the Getting to Work grants are awarded to organizations to establish and operate programs that provide, repair or maintain motor vehicles to assist economically disadvantaged individuals ages 22 and older in obtaining or maintaining employment.

Grant recipients must also offer workshops or counseling services covering financial literacy, credit counseling, budgeting for vehicle ownership, vehicle maintenance and repair training.

“The Getting to Work program covers a significant gap by providing vehicle repair support for those with financial needs, and the results are quickly felt by the Minnesotans we serve,” said Theresa Flinck, Tri-County Action program director of family resources. “The program helps people who have jobs to maintain their employment without lengthy disruptions when they need vehicle repairs, makes the search process more effective for job seekers who need reliable transportation for interviews, and helps many households remain connected with their communities through family activities that would otherwise be on hold due to vehicle repair needs.”

The grant was part of $4 million given to community and nonprofit organizations to help grow the state’s workforce.

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