Westcare California, Inc., a nonprofit organization based in Fresno, California, received a $400,000 Project Grant award from the Department of Labor's Veterans Employment and Training Service under the Homeless Veterans' Reintegration Program (HVRP, CFDA 17.805) effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028. The award funds comprehensive employment-focused services designed to assist approximately 100 veterans annually experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Fresno and Madera Counties achieve sustainable employment and long-term stability.
The project delivers an integrated suite of services including intake assessments and individualized employment plans, job readiness training (resume building, interview coaching, workplace etiquette), employer engagement and job placement services, case management support, and post-employment retention coaching and mentorship. Supplemental wraparound services address employment barriers through temporary housing assistance, transportation support, childcare assistance, health and wellness referrals, and peer mentorship programs. The award targets a measurable outcome of at least 60% of participating veterans (60 individuals) securing stable, gainful employment in entry-level positions at an average placement wage of $23.07 per hour.