Through partner organizations to the City of Cincinnati, residents who are unemployed or underemployed, aged 18 years and over, and earning up to 80% of the area median income, based on HUD income limits, can receive various job skills training, job placement, transitional jobs, career coaching services, and wrap-around services. A career pathway system encourages qualified participants to obtain training and entry-level employment in one of several industries, including construction, transportation & logistics, manufacturing, healthcare, food service, information technology, and green industries.

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Goal​

 

To empower individuals and communities by providing access to high-paying, stable economic opportunities through targeted education, comprehensive career training, and strong mentoring support, ultimately enhancing community safety, reducing crime, addressing health inequities, and fostering vibrant, sustainable communities.

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Who Can Apply?

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• Non-Profit Service Providers Located within the City of Cincinnati 

• All Eligible City Residents Described Above

 

Overview of Process

 

Services are provided by agencies selected through a Request For Proposal (“RFP”) process. The Department of Community and Economic Development ("DCED") staff manages the Hand Up Initiative contracts and portions of administrative responsibilities.

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Timeline​

 

Services are provided on a year-round, ongoing basis.

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Interested? Have questions? For more information, contact:

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Katrina Stallworth, katrina.stallworth@cincinnati-oh.gov

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*An NRSA is a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) grantee-designated area targeted for revitalization reviewed and approved by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).