Greater Erie Community Action Committee

Education, Workforce and Self Sufficiency - Division administers programs in line with the Agencies philosophy to promote personal advancement through education and employment opportunities. These programs are intended to enhance self-esteem and provide the opportunity to obtain skills leading to successful employment and self-sufficiency.The Agency provided the following: education classes were provided to 377 clients; 17 clients were served through the senior aides program; 60 clients were served through the various job training/education programs; 155 clients were served through the Summer Jobs and More program; and 78 GED tests were administered.

Executive Program - Provided 100 scholarships to families of children enrolled in grades K-12 to assist them in attending a school of their choice. Donations were made available through the Commonwealth of PA Tax Credit Program. Provided Poverty Simulation services to 280 clients. The Agency also provided other Community Initiative services to 1,854 clients.