A two year program funded by the Delta Regional Authority:
Earn - the project pays $10 per hour for transitional employment in a gourmet popcorn business.
Assistance - the project provides supportive services such as domestic violence support group, free mammogram, referrals for Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act Eligibility and job placement assistance.
Training - the project pays the tuition to attend Southwest Tennessee Community College's Industry Certification in manufacturing. Additionally, employability skills training is delivered.
$7.9M
75%
2X
21%