Designed to assist SNAP program recipients enroll, compete and utilize vocational certificates/degrees. Students work with a dedicated Career and Family Navigator to ensure collegiate success and obtainment of employment through or immediately following completion of their educational program.
Program Offers:
- Dedicated case management and navigation services
- Barrier reduction or elimination
- Resource services and referrals
- Job Search assistance
- Job Retention assistance
- Financial support of educational and employment goals
- Required class materials
- Uniforms for employment or educational programs
- Tuition and/or health fees
- Transportation (parking passes, bus passes, gas cards)
Program Eligibility:
- Cal Fresh Recipient
- No CalWORKs
- Resident of Madera, Fresno or Kings county
- Enrolled in Madera, Fresno or Reedley college
- Working towards short term, certificate or CTE/CTC program and classes
Contact: Maria Hernandez
Phone Number: 559.342.8612
Email: mhernandez@readingandbeyond.org
Hours: Monday - Friday 8AM to 5PM
