Purpose of project: the purpose of the program is to aid the veterans population of clinton, lebanon, lycoming, centre, mifflin, union, snyder, northumberland, juniata, franklin, fulton, and dauphin…

Veterans Multi-Service Center Inc. received a $278,632 Project Grant from the Department of Labor's Veterans Employment and Training Service under the Homeless Veterans' Reintegration Program (CFDA 17.805) effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028. The award funds comprehensive employment and supportive services targeting homeless and at-risk veterans across twelve Pennsylvania counties: Clinton, Lebanon, Lycoming, Centre, Mifflin, Union, Snyder, Northumberland, Juniata, Franklin, Fulton, and Dauphin. Services are delivered through physical service locations in Harrisburg and Lock Haven and include housing assistance, job training, employment placement, legal aid, and wraparound supportive services designed to address employment barriers and promote housing stability.

The program projects enrollment of 70 homeless veterans in employment and training services, with 55% expected to receive skills enhancement training. The awardee anticipates placing 61% of program exiters into sustainable employment, with at least 50% earning wages by the second quarter following exit and 30% earning wages by the fourth quarter. Projected median earnings for employed participants in the second quarter after exit range from $7,184 to $7,547, aligning with the regional average living wage of $20.47 per hour. These outcomes reflect the program's emphasis on competitive employment and economic self-sufficiency for the veteran population experiencing or at risk of homelessness in the designated service delivery area.

Purpose of project: the purpose of the program is to aid the veterans population of clinton, lebanon, lycoming, centre, mifflin, union, snyder, northumberland, juniata, franklin, fulton, and dauphin counties in pennsylvania, who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness. This will be achieved through providing services such as housing assistance, job training, and securing employment. The program will further assist veterans in finding legal aid as well.activities funded by grant: the activities to be funded by the grant focus on providing comprehensive services to veterans within the designated service delivery area (SDA) of clinton, lebanon, lycoming, centre, mifflin, union, snyder, northumberland, juniata, franklin, fulton, and dauphin counties in pennsylvania. These funded activities primarily involve maintaining physical service locations in harrisburg and lockhaven to ensure accessibility for veterans. The grant will support efforts to address veteran homelessness and unemployment by providing necessary resources and support services within these physical locations. These efforts are in response to a demonstrated need for veteran services within this region, as evidenced by the high numbers of sheltered and unsheltered veterans.intended beneficiaries of the project: veterans who are experiencing homelessness, or are at risk of homelessness.outcomes of the project: VMC expects to enroll 70 homeless veterans in employment and training services. Of those enrolled, 55% will receive training to enhance their skills and increase their employability. The program anticipates placing 61% of exiters into sustainable employment opportunities. The SDA average living wage is $20.47. At least 50% of exited participants are expected to earn wages in the second quarter after exit. 30% will earn wages in the fourth quarter after exit. The projected median earnings for employed participants in the second quarter after exit will be between $7,184 and $7,547 per quarter. VMC will be working with other agencies to ensure that the veterans have access to stable housing, and any other supportive services that they may need. By focusing on strategic partnerships and continuous follow-up, VMC will be able to meet their goals and promote sustainable career success for veterans in the lehigh valley SDA.key partnerships: supportive services for veteran families (SSVF): VMC has existing SSVF grant and coordinates with SSVF providers like catholic charities.continuum of care (COC): VMC is an active member of PA 509 COC-EASTERN, PA 510 COC-lancaster, PA 506 COC-reading berks, PA 505 COC- chester , PA 501 COC-harrisburg dauphin veterans affairs (VA): VMC has strong relationships with VA facilities, including lebanon VA, wilkes-barre VA, cumberland county VA clinic, for referrals and housing services.american job centers (AJCS): VMC partners with PA careerlink and collaborates with the workforce development board.legal services: VMC partners with mid-penn and north-penn legal services to provide pro bono legal aid to veterans.community organizations: VMC collaborates with various community-based agencies, including catholic charities, local food banks, mental health providers, and clothing banks.pennsylvania state correctional institutions (SCI): VMC has a close relationship with the following scis: SCI dallas (EASTERN), SCI houtzdale (CENTRAL), SCI mercer (WESTERN), SCI phoenix (EASTERN) and SCI muncy (CENTRAL). VMC is notified when someone is getting released and VMC begins providing services.other veteran service organizations: VMC works with american legions and vfws to support veterans in need.subrecipient activities: N arecipient of other funding: N a