Opportunity Young Adult Career Pathway Program
The Employment Development Department’s Opportunity Young Adult (OYA) Career Pathway Program, Evaluation and Technical Assistance (ETA) Grant for Program Year 2024-25 offers up to $1.7 million to support workforce programs serving young adults (ages 18-28) in building pathways to quality jobs with stable wages, benefits, and career advancement. The selected grantee will provide technical assistance to existing OYA Career Pathway Program partners, focusing on trauma-informed, wrap-around support that enhances participant success in key sectors such as health, infrastructure, and public service. Eligible applicants include community colleges, nonprofits, and workforce intermediaries with experience in providing technical assistance. Proposals are due by November 15, 2024, 3 p.m. PST, with a Notice of Intent encouraged by November 6, 2024.