Atlanta, GA — Today, Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) announced that CobbWorks, Inc. will be the recipient of a $1.5 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Labor YouthBuild program. This training program will be implemented in partnership with Construction Ready as the primary construction training provider and Cobb Adult Education as the education and GED preparation provider. In February, McBath wrote a letter to Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer in support of CobbWorks’ application.
“Today’s grant announcement is a reaffirmation of the transformational impact CobbWorks has on young jobseekers in our community,” said Rep. McBath. “I was proud to voice my support for this collaborative grant application, and I look forward to seeing how CobbWorks uses this investment to expand upon their mission. So much of my work in Washington focuses on making sure that every Georgian can get a good job and keep it. I look forward to continuing to do my part at the federal level.”
“We are deeply grateful to Congresswoman Lucy McBath for her unwavering support in securing this YouthBuild grant,” said Sonya Grant, Executive Director, President, and CEO of CobbWorks. “This investment represents more than funding, it is a commitment to the future of our young people and the strength of our community. Through this program, we will expand access to hands-on training, education, and career pathways for youth who need it most, helping them build sustainable, in-demand careers. The impact will be felt not only in the lives of participants, but across our local economy—strengthening our workforce, supporting business growth, and advancing economic development throughout Cobb County and beyond.”
“This grant is a significant step forward empowering our youth and enhancing workforce development in Cobb County,” said Cobb County Chairwoman Lisa Cupid. “I want to express my deep gratitude to Congresswoman Lucy McBath for her generous support in making this funding a reality. CobbWorks has a proven track record of connecting individuals with the skills they need to succeed in today’s job market, and I am excited to see the positive impact this funding will have on our community.”
CobbWorks, Inc. is Cobb County’s designated Local Workforce Development Board, operating two full-service American Job Centers leveraging Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act resources in metro Atlanta. For more information on their services, visit www.worksourcecobb.org/.
