Program Purpose Awardto Move Scsep Participants Into Unsubsidized Employment In Both The Public And Private Sectors,…

Purpose

Department of Labor awarded $13.3M to National Urban League, INC. for Program purpose awardto move scsep participants into unsubsidized employment in both the public and private sectors, promote part-time work experiences in community service assignments for unemployed low-income individuals who are 55 years of age or older, and foster self-sufficiency among such individuals. by statute, scsep state grants are awarded to governors (22% of total grant funding) and are determined by formula national non-profits (national grantee) that operate in multi-state service areas (78% of total grant funding) are awarded grants through a competition every four year. appropriation levels determine the number of total slots, and grantees serve all slots in their service area. programs run on a program year (july…