Advancing Economic Opportunity
Shaping a thriving Contra Costa County through innovative, sustainable solutions
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WIOA Title I Youth Program Services RFP
The Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County (WDBCCC) announces the release of RFP 1218, offering up to $1,200,000 in funding for WIOA Title I Youth Program Services. We seek organizations to provide comprehensive youth workforce development services in Contra Costa County, with a focus on innovative approaches that enhance employability skills and connect youth to education and training opportunities in our targeted industry sectors. Interested parties are invited to attend a virtual Bidders’ Conference on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.
RFP Released for Measure X Funded Youth Centers in Contra Costa County
Exciting New Contracting Opportunity! RFP Released for Measure X Funded Youth Centers in Contra Costa County is seeking applicants to deliver programs and services for youth ages 12-18. Service Types Include….Academic Support, Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services
Mentoring, Music/Arts/Cultural Programs, Sports & Fitness Programs, Youth Employment & Job Readiness Services, Youth Leadership Development
Review the complete Request for Proposal (RFP) 1215
$5M Grant Awarded to WDBCCC for Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Pathway Initiative
WDBCCC and its partners launch Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Pathway Initiative to create a structured educational pathway for entry-level community college students to transition into civil engineering careers.
WDBCCC Awarded $4M Grant
The Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County, a business-led board that builds public-private partnerships with education, economic development, labor, and community organizations to solve complex workforce challenges, is one of only four organizations awarded a grant to support displaced oil and gas workers across the region.
Call the No-Cost HR Hotline for Employers
If you are an employer in Contra Costa County, the answers to your labor law questions are just a call away – at no cost to your business.
Affordable Connectivity Program
Save on high-speed internet with the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). Through this federally funded program, eligible California households can now save $30 per month on home internet. When the ACP discount is used with the right internet plan, home internet can be free.
Our Focus
Our work achieves equitable economic growth for Contra Costa County. We ensure a pipeline of diverse workforce talent is available to keep local companies competitive while creating upward economic mobility and security for Contra Costa workers. Through our strategic connections and partnerships, we find innovative, sustainable solutions to solve complex workforce issues and leverage public-private resources, contributing to the economic competitiveness of our region and, ultimately, improving the quality of life for all who live in Contra Costa County.
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“We remain committed to the opportunities we offer Contra Costa County residents so that together we emerge stronger. We resolve to provide pathways to career growth, improved quality of life, and economic prosperity for all, including those individuals who face barriers to employment.”
Yolanda Vega, WDBCCC Board Chair