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Fedcap Maine’s Veterans Forward to Host PTSD Help and Healing Forum on November 14th

Fedcap Maine’s Veterans Forward to Host PTSD Help and Healing Forum on November 14th

Event is Open to the Public to Help Communities Deal with Post-Traumatic Stress After Tragic Events on October 27th

Fedcap Maine’s Veterans Forward program will host a PTSD Help and Healing forum dedicated to exploring post-traumatic stress and its profound impact. This important event will take place at Hannaford Hall at the University of Southern Maine in Portland, Maine on November 14, 2023 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required.

The PTSD Help and Healing Forum will provide a platform for discussing the far-reaching effects of post-traumatic stress, including tragic events in Lewiston. Sharing experiences and resources is essential in the path toward recovery and prevention and the upcoming forum will help the community move forward.

Learn more about this event and the Fedcap Maine’s Veterans Forward program on the Fedcap Maine Veterans Forward website.

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The Fedcap Group Launches Civic Hall at Union Square Website

The Fedcap Group Launches Civic Hall at Union Square Website

Website, civichall.org, is a one-stop shop for prospective students, organizations, and innovators for the NYC region’s leading tech training and innovation ecosystem.

New York, NY (October 18, 2023) – The Fedcap Group today launched civichall.org for its new project Civic Hall at Union Square located in the Zero Irving building at 124 East 14th Street in New York City.

Civic Hall at Union Square will provide a comprehensive offering of digital skills and tech training programs to meet the New York City tech sector’s growing workforce needs. In collaboration with training providers that include LaGuardia Community College and The Data School New York, the facility will primarily train individuals from underserved communities to place them in well-paying, sustainable tech jobs, to provide financial stability and well-being.

Civic Hall at Union Square will also serve as the central meet up space for tech innovators and entrepreneurs to develop new cutting-edge digital applications and advancements, as well as serve a place for discussion of emerging issues in technology, such as artificial intelligence.

“We are excited to launch our new website as we move toward launching our new programs at our state-of-the-art facility in the Zero Irving building,” said Seema Shah, Civic Hall Executive Director. “In addition to outlining the programs available for individuals to get the skills they need to successfully excel in tech sector, our new website lays out the various membership opportunities and benefits available to individuals, entrepreneurs, organizations, nonprofits, public agencies, and educational providers wishing to be a part of our leading innovation ecosystem. We’re also excited to launch our space rental capacity, which is also described in detail on the website.”

The organization’s signature sponsorship initiative is the Employers Circle which enables corporate and private sector partners to recruit from and partner with providers in the space, with Civic Hall facilitating those connections.

About The Fedcap Group
For 87 years, The Fedcap Group has developed scalable, innovative, and potentially disruptive solutions to some of society’s most pressing needs. Serving 340,000 people this past fiscal year, The Fedcap Group provides educational services to every age group, vocational training and job attainment in high-growth industries, as well as support services such as behavioral health services—all targeted to helping people achieve long-term self-sufficiency. The Fedcap Group also invests its time and resources in broader system change—working in partnership with federal, state, and local government to improve the way services are designed, funded, and delivered.

About Civic Hall
Civic Hall is a member of The Fedcap Group. Civic Hall’s mission is to support and enable best-in-class programs that help close the digital skills divide and plan for the needs of tomorrow’s workforce. Located in the heart of the NYC tech community at Union Square, Civic Hall will be a new, 85,000-square-foot learning and training center at the new state-of-the-art Zero Irving building. Civic Hall will facilitate groundbreaking partnerships among high-impact tenants and workforce training partners to work collectively to meet the needs of all New Yorkers, especially those from communities too often left behind. For more information, visit http://www.civichall.org or email Seema Shah, Civic Hall’s Executive Director, at seema@civichall.org.

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swalsh@fedcap.org

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Mayor Adams, NYCEDC, Partners Open Civic Hall at Union Square, New Hub for Tech Jobs

Mayor Adams, NYCEDC, Partners Open Civic Hall at Union Square, New Hub for Tech Jobs

Focus on Digital Skills Training and Entrepreneurship Will Build Inclusive Talent Pipeline for City’s Tech Sector

Part of Mayor Adams’ “Working People’s Tour,” After City Set All-Time Total Jobs Record and Recovered All of Nearly 1 Million Jobs Lost During Pandemic

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 1, 2023
CONTACT: pressoffice@cityhall.nyc.gov, (212) 788-2958

NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today was joined by New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) President and CEO Andrew Kimball, The Fedcap Group, and elected and community partners to celebrate the opening of Civic Hall at Union Square, a tech and digital hub training New Yorkers and creating an inclusive talent pipeline for family-sustaining jobs in the city’s tech sector. Civic Hall at Union Square will help drive the growth of New York City’s tech ecosystem by combining accessible entrepreneurial space with digital skills training for diverse and traditionally underserved communities to allow all New Yorkers to participate in the opportunities this sector offers. It is expected to serve approximately 750 people in the first year.

The opening of Civic Hall at Union Square marks a key stop on Mayor Adams’ “Working People’s Tour,” continuing to create jobs and power New York City’s economic recovery after the city set an all-time job high record with 4.7 million total jobs, recovering the nearly 1 million private sector jobs lost during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“With over 355,000 people working in the tech sector, New York City is the second largest technology hub in the world,” said Mayor Adams. “And with tech and digital training hubs like Civic Hall providing skill-building and world-class educational training to New Yorkers in diverse and traditionally underserved communities, we are aiming for number one. Today’s announcement marks another stop on our Working People’s Tour, and it proves we did not recover nearly 1 million jobs by accident.”

“This is an exciting stop on the Mayor’s Working People’s Tour. I am thrilled by the opening of Civic Hall and energized by what’s in store in the new world-class space,” said Deputy Mayor for Housing, Economic Development, and Workforce Maria Torres-Springer. “In one of Manhattan’s most transit-dense neighborhoods, Civic Hall will become the model for talent development and career advancement, offering industry-informed instruction and skill building, networking and career coaching, and pathways to well-paid careers in New York City’s tech ecosystem for all New Yorkers.”

“The opening of Civic Hall at Union Square marks a huge milestone in New York City’s tech and innovation ecosystem as this hub will play a critical role in creating a more equitable tech sector by building robust training and skill-building programs, while generating cutting-edge innovation,” said NYCEDC President and CEO Andrew Kimball. “As New York City surpasses pre-pandemic employment numbers, the launch of Civic Hall presents the perfect opportunity to usher in a new generation of tech jobs, that is accessible for all New Yorkers. We look forward to further collaboration with partners at Civic Hall, The Fedcap Group, and local elected officials, as we launch this critically important milestone for New York City’s tech industry.”

Civic Hall at Union Square occupies 85,000 square feet across seven floors in RAL Development’s Zero Irving Building, with flexible classrooms and workspaces, convening spaces for the nation’s leading skills and training organizations, and a customizable conference and events center. It will be supported and operated by Fedcap, an international leader in educational services, vocational training, and job attainment. It will also serve as a central space for tech innovators and entrepreneurs to develop new, cutting-edge applications and advancements, while driving dialogue around advancements in key areas like artificial intelligence.

In collaboration with high-impact tenants and leading training providers — including LaGuardia Community College, part of the City University of New York system, and London-based The Data School New York — this cutting-edge facility will offer an array of best-in-class tech training programs and courses on topics ranging from cybersecurity to data analytics. Many of these opportunities will be offered at no cost or at low, affordable rates to ensure that New Yorkers can pursue their educational and professional goals without financial strain. Civic Hall’s partners include Craig Newmark Philanthropies, Google, Amazon, Booth Ferris Foundation, Bread Financial, and the Ford Foundation.

Its opening builds on the Adams administration’s ambitious efforts to position New York City as the national leader in technology jobs. The city is ranked as the number two global tech ecosystem in the United States and is home to over 25,000 tech-enabled startups supported by a robust ecosystem of over 200 co-working spaces and 100 accelerators and incubators. The tech ecosystem employs over 300,000 people, having grown by over 30 percent in the last decade. Despite the city’s robust growth in tech, the industry still presents barriers to entry for entrepreneurs and workers from historically disadvantaged groups. Earlier this month, NYCEDC launched the Venture Access Alliance, a coalition of more than 70 New York City startup investors with the goal of continuing to increase diversity in the city’s tech and venture ecosystem. The alliance will work to develop diverse workforces; source deals from Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and female founders; rethink due diligence practices; track improvement in diversity data each year; and directly mentor founders.

“I applaud today’s opening of Civic Hall, which will help cultivate the next generation of tech professionals here in New York City,” said U.S. Representative Jerrold Nadler. “I look forward to seeing the impact of this cutting-edge facility in Union Square that will support learners of all levels at little or no cost for many programs.”

“I congratulate Civic Hall on their grand opening and appreciate the hard work that goes into this type of endeavor,” said New York State Assemblymember Deborah J. Glick. “After a lengthy and at times contentious planning process, it is good to see a space for innovation and education come to fruition. I look forward to seeing the ways in which Civic Hall will contribute to the community through workforce development and programming that is free and open to the residents of the Lower East Side and the East Village. Robust community engagement is essential to ensuring that this cutting-edge tech hub becomes an inclusive and accessible resource for all.”

“Expanding access to opportunities in New York City’s tech sector is crucial to the growth of our economy and the success of our communities,” said New York City Speaker Adrienne Adams. “The opening of Civic Hall at Union Square will bolster the invaluable contributions of this sector by opening doors for talent from historically underserved communities. The resources and training offered at this hub will advance our commitment to equity and diversity in one of the city’s rapidly growing industries. I look forward to seeing the impacts of these efforts to shaping a more innovative and inclusive future for our tech ecosystem.”

“Civic Hall at Union Square is poised to become a beacon for the New York City tech community, serving as a catalyst for innovation and inclusion. This visionary initiative will provide a space where creativity, entrepreneurship, and learning converge,” said New York City Councilmember Carlina Rivera. “As we finally mark the opening of Civic Hall, we must ensure that all New Yorkers have access to opportunities that build skills to meet the challenges of a changing economic landscape. I look forward to further collaboration in supporting our neighbors and community through investments like this one.”

“The grand opening of Civic Hall at Union Square is a testament to The Fedcap Group’s ongoing commitment to fostering inclusive growth and technological advancement in partnership with the mayor and NYCEDC within New York City,” said Christine McMahon, president and CEO, The Fedcap Group. “Civic Hall at Union Square will help bridge the digital divide, train the workforce of the future, and ensure that all New Yorkers can access the opportunities presented by the ever-evolving tech industry. I want to thank The Fedcap Group team, and our great partners including Mayor Adams, NYCEDC, Cross Management, Gensler, Ira Schuman, and so many others for their hard work and dedication to make this essential project happen.”

“I’m extremely excited to be part of the team launching Civic Hall today. The promise of Civic Hall is to create the first full-service ecosystem in the world collaboratively catering to the needs of educational institutions, civic and social entrepreneurs, and industry partners, as well as to build a model for an interlocking, integrated, workforce system that works harmoniously to support students and adult learners,” said Seema Shah, Executive Director, Civic Hall. “We are grateful to the training providers who have already joined us in our mission to foster innovation, education, and collaboration in New York City’s tech economy with a commitment to expanding opportunities for all. We look forward to serving the New York City innovation and technology economy for years to come.”

“From its beginning, the vision of Civic Hall has been to create a new model for a 21st Century community center where learners, makers, and sharers could meet and collaborate to advance themselves and the common good,” said Andrew Rasiej, founder, Civic Hall at Union Square. “With this new facility, built in the heart of New York City’s tech ecosystem, we will ensure that thousands of people from underestimated populations will get the training, the connections, and the supportive resources they need to build a better future for themselves and a better future for all.”

“The official opening of Civic Hall at Union Square as a critical program element of Zero Irving, marks a major milestone for this development team that set out in 2015 together to deliver a ‘new type of development’ in response to the NYCEDC’s RFP,” said Spencer Levine, president, RAL Companies & Affiliates, LLC. “This ribbon cutting is a testament to the time and passion that the entire team put into this project, which delivers and supports a vertically integrated ecosystem of uses, creating and sustaining the 21st century workforce in New York City and beyond. We could not be more proud of the physical space and pedagogical ambitions that the Civic Hall and Fedcap team have and will continue to deliver.”

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The Fedcap Group Receives $250,000 from Bread Financial to Launch Single Stop Benefits Screening and Financial Literacy Programs at Civic Hall at Union Square

The Fedcap Group Receives $250,000 from Bread Financial to Launch Single Stop Benefits Screening and Financial Literacy Programs at Civic Hall at Union Square

Grant Will Also Support Job Fairs to Connect Individuals Trained at Civic Hall to Jobs in the Tech Sector

New York, NY (October 17, 2023) –The Fedcap Group today announced it has received $250,000 from Bread Financial to make the Single Stop benefits screening platform available when Civic Hall at Union Square opens this fall. The grant will also support the launch of a financial literacy program at Civic Hall as well as job fairs to connect individuals to jobs in the tech sector.

The Single Stop platform provides easy, seamless access for individuals to check their eligibility and begin the application process for dozens of essential government benefit programs. The generous financial support by Bread Financial will ensure Single Stop is accessible to every individual who walks into Civic Hall, including those in educational partner programs, community meetings, and other public events, including job fairs.

Civic Hall at Union Square will provide a comprehensive offering of digital skills and tech training programs to meet the New York City tech sector’s growing workforce needs and serve as a hub for tech innovation and entrepreneurs. In collaboration with training providers that include LaGuardia Community College and the Data School New York, the facility will primarily train individuals from underserved communities to place them in well-paying, sustainable tech jobs, to provide financial stability and well-being.

“We are grateful for the support from Bread Financial to help us achieve our mission to have Civic Hall serve as New York City’s leading tech training, innovation, and entrepreneurial hub,” stated Christine McMahon, President and CEO of The Fedcap Group. “We believe supporting our students and the Union Square community extends beyond the classroom and want to ensure that anyone who walks through our doors gets the support they need to grow and live their dreams. Having Single Stop as part of our suite of wraparound services has always been a core part of our plan for Civic Hall, and we are looking forward to launching this fall.”

“Bread Financial is proud to partner with The Fedcap Group to create pathways to economic equity for underserved populations of New Yorkers,” said Dana Beckman, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer at Bread Financial. “This groundbreaking new facility will provide community members with valuable support that further ensures the likelihood of completing job training programs and securing employment. From job fairs to childcare, these programs will help individuals gain access to higher wages, and build a more competitive, inclusive workforce. We look forward to seeing the positive impact these programs make in the community.”

“Civic Hall will be the driver of NYC tech ecosystem serving as a hub of innovation, entrepreneurism, and high-quality tech training especially for communities too often left behind,” said Seema Shah, Civic Hall Executive Director. “By pairing our training with Single Stop’s comprehensive benefits screener and job fairs we will help our community of learners, practitioners, and professionals persist through and build long-term financial stability. We are honored to receive this grant from Bread Financial to help make that happen.”

“Single Stop is honored to be part of this transformative initiative at Civic Hall. We believe that access to essential government benefits and community supports can be a lifeline for individuals striving for economic stability,” said Martin Hanna, President & CEO of Single Stop. “Thanks to the generous support from Bread Financial, we are excited to make Single Stop services readily available to everyone who walks through Civic Hall’s doors. Together, we’re not only building a competitive tech workforce but also ensuring that no one is left behind on their journey to financial well-being.”

In 2022, Single Stop connected 87,500 individuals to $374 million in eligible benefits. Below are the grants on the Single Stop platform:

Federal
1. Pell Grant
2. Lifetime Learning Credit
3. Free Tax Preparation
4. Affordable Connectivity Program (Broadband)
5. Child Tax Credit
6. Earned Income Tax Credit
7. School Lunch Program

State/City
1. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
2. Earned Income Tax Credit
3. Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
4. Women, Infants & Children (WIC)
5. Free Essential Plan II
6. Low-Cost Essential Plan I
7. Emergency Medicaid
8. Medicaid
9. Free Child Health Plus
10. Subsidized Qualified Health Plan
11. NYC Earned Income Tax Credit
12. Low-Cost Child Health Plus
13. Medicaid for Aged, Blind & Disabled

About The Fedcap Group
For 87 years, The Fedcap Group has developed scalable, innovative, and potentially disruptive solutions to some of society’s most pressing needs. Serving 340,000 people this past fiscal year, The Fedcap Group provides educational services to every age group, vocational training and job attainment in high-growth industries, as well as support services such as behavioral health services—all targeted to helping people achieve long-term self-sufficiency. The Fedcap Group also invests its time and resources in broader system change—working in partnership with federal, state, and local government to improve the way services are designed, funded, and delivered.

About Civic Hall
Civic Hall is a member of The Fedcap Group. Civic Hall’s mission is to support and enable best-in-class programs that help close the digital skills divide and plan for the needs of tomorrow’s workforce. Located in the heart of the NYC tech community at Union Square, Civic Hall will be a new, 85,000-square-foot learning and training center at the new state-of-the-art Zero Irving building. Civic Hall will facilitate groundbreaking partnerships among high-impact tenants and workforce training partners to work collectively to meet the needs of all New Yorkers, especially those from communities too often left behind. For more information, visit civichall.org or email Seema Shah, Civic Hall’s Executive Director, at seema@civichall.org.

About Bread Financial
Bread FinancialTM (NYSE: BFH) is a tech-forward financial services company providing simple, personalized payment, lending and saving solutions. The company creates opportunities for its customers and partners through digitally enabled choices that offer ease, empowerment, financial flexibility and exceptional customer experiences. Driven by a digital-first approach, data insights and white-label technology, Bread Financial delivers growth for its partners through a comprehensive suite of payment solutions that includes private label and co-brand credit cards and Bread Pay™ buy now, pay later products. Bread Financial also offers direct-to-consumer products that give customers more access, choice and freedom through its branded Bread CashbackTM American Express® Credit Card and Bread SavingsTM products.

Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Bread Financial is powered by its 7,500+ global associates and is committed to sustainable business practices. To learn more about Bread Financial, visit breadfinancial.com or follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

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Susan Walsh, The Fedcap Group
swalsh@fedcap.org

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Easterseals NY Moves to Expanded New Facility in Port Jervis

Easterseals NY Moves to Expanded New Facility in Port Jervis

Easterseals NY’s New Space Adds Classrooms to Expand Its High-Quality Preschool to Children in Port Jervis Area as Well as To Better Serve Families in Need

Easterseals Has Been Serving the Port Jervis Community and Surrounding Region for More Than Two Decades

Photos of the event can be found here.

New York, New York – Easterseals NY, a subsidiary of The Fedcap Group, officially moved into its new facility for its Project Discovery program in Port Jervis. Located at 197 Jersey Avenue, the facility has modern preschool classrooms which will provide a fully integrated educational program for both children with special needs and those without in full-day schedules.

In addition, the larger facility allows for expanded therapy space for children who may need services ranging from speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and counseling. The space has a bright, modern design with ample storage and office space for staff and equipment.

The facility also serves as a base for community outreach, providing a monthly food pantry offering fresh, frozen and canned foods, breads and desserts as well as clothing, toiletries, laundry soap and cleaning products. These outreach efforts are accomplished by several grants and private donations, with further support from Shop-Rite, the Port Jervis Police Department, Fraternal Order of Police, and Port Jervis Fire Department.

“We are thrilled to open this new facility with Easterseals New York, which has a deep and rich history of giving back to the communities in which it operates, continually providing innovative programming that improves the lives of the people they serve,” said Christine McMahon, President and CEO of The Fedcap Group. “The new space furthers our overall mission of creating opportunities and removing barriers to well-being for people of all ages.”

“The new space at Port Jervis means a lot to Easterseals New York. We are doubling the number of classrooms and serving more children with diverse needs,” said Mary Moran, Executive Director of Easterseals New York. “As we continue our community outreach program, our new space will enable us to better serve people who continue to experience economic instability.”

“For over 100 years, Easterseals New York has made a positive impact on communities by ensuring that people with disabilities and their families have opportunities to live, learn, work, and play in their communities,” said Mark Legaspi, Board Chair of Easterseals New York. “We’re so proud of the Port Jervis team’s work; they are a shining example of dedication to the community.”

“Project Discovery has been working with children from age three to five years, and we’re so excited to move into our new home,” said Kiley Trigani, Director of Project Discovery. “Our increased number of classrooms, gym, and expanded therapy space are geared to meet the needs of a range of students, and our families are as excited as we are to make the move.”

“Over the past few years, we’ve seen an increase in the number of families in need, and we’re currently serving 1,000 families per month,” said Barbara Kuczyra, Nurse and Outreach Coordinator for Project Discovery. “The new location will help us continue to meet the needs of these families for food, clothing, household items and basic needs.”

“The City of Port Jervis is honored to continue our long relationship with Project Discovery as they move into their new location on Jersey Avenue,” said Kelly B. Decker, Mayor, City of Port Jervis. “I have had the opportunity to tour the facility and I’m honored to know that all those today and in the future will benefit from this newly expanded state-of-the-art facility and classrooms. We wish Project Discovery all the best for years to come.”

“Port Jervis is very lucky to be the new home for Easterseals’ newest operations center,” said Assemblyman Karl Brabenec (R,C-Deerpark). “The work they’ve done with children with special needs is extraordinary, and the staff they provide to those students and families are second to none. I’m so honored to welcome them to Port Jervis, and want to wish the faculty, staff and families nothing but the best as they begin this new chapter.”

About Easterseals NY
Easterseals New York was founded in 1922 and joined The Fedcap Group in 2015. For over 100 years, ESNY has continued to make an impact by ensuring that people with disabilities—and their families—have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play in their communities.

About The Fedcap Group
Since 1935, The Fedcap Group has developed scalable, innovative and potentially disruptive solutions to some of society’s most pressing needs. The Fedcap Group serves over 250,000+ people each year across an international footprint. The work of The Fedcap Group is structured within four major areas of practice—workforce development, educational services, health services, and economic development—and delivered through a growing number of top-tier companies—each focused on helping people with barriers achieve long term economic well-being.

Contact:
Susan Walsh
The Fedcap Group
212-727-4200
swalsh@fedcap.org

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The Fedcap Group and The New York State Black Business Alliance to Host Forum to Break Down Procurement Opportunities for Minority-Owned Businesses

The Fedcap Group and The New York State Black Business Alliance to Host Forum to Break Down Procurement Opportunities for Minority-Owned Businesses

New York, NY (September 25, 2023) – The Fedcap Group is partnering with the New York State Black Business Alliance (NYSBBA) to host “Empowering Business Synergies: Navigating NYC Opportunities” to assist local businesses and entrepreneurs to bridge the gap between local businesses and the City of New York while providing valuable insights into NYC Procurement opportunities.

Event Details:

Date: September 26, 2023

Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Location: The Fedcap Group’s Career Event Center, 210 East 43rd Street, New York, NY 10017

Register: https://www.chamberorganizer.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=NYSB&evid=77380385

The “Empowering Business Synergies” event will serve as a platform for NYSBBA to introduce itself and its esteemed partners to the dynamic New York City business community. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to learn firsthand about the various procurement opportunities available within the city, as well as gain valuable insights into the processes and prospects of collaborating with NYC Public Schools.

About The Fedcap Group
For 87 years, The Fedcap Group has developed scalable, innovative, and disruptive solutions to some of society’s most pressing needs. Serving 340,000 people this past fiscal year, The Fedcap Group provides educational services to every age group, vocational training and job attainment in high-growth industries, as well as support services such as behavioral health services—all targeted to helping people achieve long-term self-sufficiency. The Fedcap Group also invests its time and resources in broader system change—working in partnership with federal, state, and local government to improve the way services are designed, funded, and delivered.

About the New York State Black Business Alliance
The New York State Black Business Alliance was created to empower and sustain Black-owned businesses and the communities where they are domiciled through entrepreneurship and capitalistic initiatives across the State. While providing a platform for New York’s Black business leaders to speak with a collective voice, the NYSBBA advocates and promotes economic diversity while fostering a climate of business growth through major initiatives. NYSSBA is dedicated to creating economic equity in public and private sector opportunities, fair representation in governmental policy and sustainable job development for Black communities throughout the state.

For media inquiries, please contact:
Susan Walsh, 212-727-4200, (SWalsh@fedcap.org)

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Safe Harbor Recovery Center Invites the Community to Their Recovery Rhapsody Rally on September 22

Safe Harbor Recovery Center Invites the Community to Their Recovery Rhapsody Rally on September 22

WHAT: Safe Harbor Recovery Center, a program of Granite Pathways in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, invites the press and public to celebrate Recovery Month through art at their Recovery Rhapsody Rally.

WHO: Granite Pathways Director Erica Ungarelli, Safe Harbor Recovery Center Director Whitney Brown, staff recovery specialists and guests will discuss how SHRC offers individuals in recovery from substance use disorder peer support, as well as assistance with job preparation and search, and parenting skills and support.

WHEN: Friday, September 22
3:30 – 6:00 pm

WHERE: 865 Islington Street
Portsmouth, New Hampshire 03801

HOW: Register at the following link:
https://granitepathwaysnh.org/rhapsody-rally/

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Apex Technical School Opens New Facility in Long Island City

Apex Technical School Opens New Facility in Long Island City

New, Modern Facility Houses Automotive, Welding, HVAC, Construction and Building Skills, and Plumbing and Pipefitting Instruction

Apex Has Offered High Quality Hands on Education for More than Six Decades

Part of Expansion Plan That Includes a New Clean Energy Program

New York, NY – September 14, 2023 – Apex Technical School has officially opened its newest state-of-the-art facility located at 11-05 44th Drive in the heart of the burgeoning Long Island City neighborhood in Queens, New York. Apex moved into the new facility in order to meet the growing demand for their high-quality education in construction trades to individuals from throughout New York City and beyond.

Apex’s new facility offers 900-hour hands on training in high demand trades programs that lead to sustainable jobs in automotive, welding, HVAC, construction, and plumbing. The new location is centrally located with easy access to public transportation for its students. The new campus will serve 600 students a year on average.

“We are thrilled to be in our new home base, and to continue offering our instruction programs in the trades from Long Island City,” said Steve Markowitz, President of Apex Technical School. “Apex’s commitment to providing top-notch technical training is unwavering, and our new building will enable us to continue providing students with hands-on experience in shop settings—a critical element of a technical trade education. We thank everyone who worked with us to reach this milestone.”

“Our mission across all of Fedcap is to create opportunities and remove barriers to economic well-being for people from all walks of life. We are so proud to have Apex Technical School as part of The Fedcap Group, providing education that positions people for jobs in the trades,” said Christine McMahon, President and CEO of The Fedcap Group. “With their expansion into our Midtown-based training facility, and this new location in Queens, the school continues its rich tradition of service to individuals who gain trade and labor skills to secure entry-level positions in field work.”

Apex Technical School has been educating students in the trades in Queens since 2012. In addition to Queens, Apex has recently moved their highly successful electrical program to Midtown Manhattan. In addition, the Apex Clean Energy Division has helped launch a solar installation training program in Boston with more locations in the pipeline.

About Apex Technical School
Since 1961, Apex Technical School has enjoyed a rich tradition of service to New Yorkers who know us well for our adult vocational technical school which offers training in skilled trades. Our hands-on training courses give individuals the basic trade and labor skills needed to secure an entry-level position in the field. Located in Long Island City in Queens, Apex offers 900-hour certificate courses in high demand areas such as: air conditioning and refrigeration, automotive service, welding technology, electrical and advanced electrical, plumbing and construction. All of Apex’s trade programs offer hands-on training in as little as 7 months. Apex is licensed by the New York State Education Department and accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.

Apex Technical School is a nonprofit organization and a member of The Fedcap Group, an international nonprofit, dedicated to creating opportunities for people with barriers to economic well-being.

About The Fedcap Group
For 87 years, The Fedcap Group has developed scalable, innovative, and potentially disruptive solutions to some of society’s most pressing needs. Serving 340,000 people this past fiscal year, The Fedcap Group provides educational services to every age group, vocational training and job attainment in high-growth industries, as well as support services such as behavioral health services—all targeted to helping people achieve long-term self-sufficiency. The Fedcap Group also invests its time and resources in broader system change—working in partnership with federal, state, and local government to improve the way services are designed, funded, and delivered.

Contact:
Susan Walsh, 212-727-4200, (SWalsh@fedcap.org)
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Easterseals Lonestar New Child Development Program in Austin Area Now Accepting Enrollments

Easterseals Lonestar New Child Development Program in Austin Area Now Accepting Enrollments

Lakeway Program Serving Children of All Abilities from Six Weeks to Six Years Old to Begin Classes September 25th


September 5, 2023—Lakeway, Texas—Easterseals Lonestar, a combination of Easterseals Central Texas and Easterseals North Texas, has expanded its successful Child Development Program into the Austin area by launching the Little Lonestar Academy in Lakeway, Texas. The new program hosted an open house on August 31 and is accepting applications for students of all abilities from six weeks to six years in age. The first students will begin attending the program on September 25.

The Little Lonestar Academy will provide developmentally appropriate curricula, experiences, and activities designed for optimal growth. Classrooms are staffed by professionals in the fields of education, child development, and behavior analysis. Under the supervision of a board-certified behavior analyst, the program provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism as well as kindergarten preparation for all children. Easterseals Lonestar’s flagship program in Carrollton is modeled off the Walden Early Childhood Center, developed by Dr. Gail McGee, emphasizing engagement, language, and social skill development.

“Our existing Easterseals programs have been successful, with 96 percent of children with autism in the program moving on to regular kindergarten, and typically developing children gain skills in problem solving and leadership in this program,” said Tod Marvin, President of Easterseals Lonestar. “We are thrilled that the Lakeway program is up and running and we will soon welcome our first class.”

Interested families can book tours directly online or by calling 1-888-617-7171.

About Easterseals Lonestar
Easterseals Lonestar is an organizational merger of Easterseals Central Texas and Easterseals North Texas under the same administrative and leadership team. Easterseals Lonestar promotes independence and creates opportunities for people with disabilities to pursue their hopes and dreams. Easterseals Lonestar is a member of The Fedcap Group. For nearly ninety years, The Fedcap Group has developed scalable, innovative, and potentially disruptive solutions to some of society’s most pressing needs. Serving 340,000 people this past fiscal year, The Fedcap Group provides educational services to every age group, vocational training and job attainment in high-growth industries, as well as support services such as behavioral health services—all targeted to helping people achieve long-term self-sufficiency.

Contact: Susan Walsh, 212-727-4200, (SWalsh@fedcap.org)

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The Information Lab and The Fedcap Group Announce Groundbreaking Partnership to Bring The Data School New York to Civic Hall @ Union Square

The Information Lab and The Fedcap Group Announce Groundbreaking Partnership to Bring The Data School New York to Civic Hall @ Union Square

NEW YORK, NY – August 15, 2023 – Civic Hall, a company of The Fedcap Group, will partner with The Information Lab, a world-renowned data analytics consulting group. The two organizations signed an agreement during a ceremony at the future home of Civic Hall at Zero Irving in the vibrant Union Square area of New York City. This partnership represents a significant milestone in fostering educational collaborations to meet high-demand careers in the tech sector in New York City.

As a premier provider of training and consulting in Tableau and Alteryx software for data analytics, The Information Lab is expanding its unparalleled consultant training program, The Data School, into the United States in partnership with Civic Hall. Working directly with employers, The Information Lab connects Data School participants with real-world experience leading to permanent employment.

The initial agreement lasts for five years, with a mutual expectation for a long-term collaboration to continue well beyond this period.

“The Fedcap Group and The Information Lab agree that the digital skills divide is one that we can—and must—work to close, so to give as many people as possible a path to long-term economic well-being,” said Christine McMahon, President and CEO of The Fedcap Group. “Civic Hall’s partnership with The Information Lab is another example of exciting things to come.”

“Moving from London to New York is about more than just crossing an ocean. It’s about sharing what we’ve learned back home and diving into the vibrancy of this iconic city. Teaming up with Civic Hall feels right, like we’re part of a bigger journey – not just for us but for every New Yorker looking to dive into data,” said Tom Brown, Founder and Managing Director of The Information Lab.

“I am delighted that the Information Lab has entered a partnership with Civic Hall to enhance workforce development and job training opportunities for New Yorkers. We must ensure that all New Yorkers have access to opportunities that build skills to meet the challenges of a changing economic landscape, and I look forward to further collaboration in supporting our community through creative partnerships like this one,” said Council Member Carlina Rivera (D-02).

“With the Data School’s Information Lab joining LaGuardia Community College, Civic Hall’s tech training hub will now offer two top notch digital skills training organizations that will build a stronger, more equitable, tech ecosystem in New York City,” said New York City Economic Development (NYCEDC) President & CEO Andrew Kimball. “NYCEDC is proud to have facilitated the creation of this path breaking tech hub and looks forward to its formal opening this fall.”

“I am excited to see Civic Hall at Union Square bring in more great partners as we get closer to the opening semester. The Data School will be a strong resource as we look to invest in New Yorkers’ futures, bringing sustainable, high paying jobs within reach,” said Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine.

“Our partnership with The Information Lab, in addition to our partnership with LaGuardia Community College, is another step in our journey to creating a center for digital skills training for underserved communities in New York City,” said Seema Shah, Executive Director of Civic Hall. “With salaries that can reach six figures within a few years, students completing these courses will have employment opportunities not previously available to them, and without the need to take on student debt, a significant factor in fostering economic well-being for individuals starting their careers.”

Civic Hall @ Union Square in RAL’s new Zero Irving development at 124 East 14th Street will occupy 85,000 square feet on seven floors and offer flexible classrooms and convening spaces for the nation’s leading digital skills and technology job training organizations. In addition, a stunning and customizable conference and events center anchors Civic Hall for use by the whole community.

About The Data School
The Data School is distinguished for its track record of unlocking untapped potential. Its unique approach seeks out passionate individuals from diverse backgrounds, immersing them in a fully paid, rigorous four-month training in business intelligence tools Tableau and Alteryx. The commitment, however, doesn’t stop in the classroom. The program bridges participants’ transition into the data analytics realm and secures them two years of consulting placements. This hands-on experience fortifies their newfound skills, laying the foundation for successful, enduring careers.

About Civic Hall
Civic Hall’s mission is to support and enable best-in-class programs that help close the digital skills divide and plan for the needs of tomorrow’s workforce. Located in the heart of the NYC tech community at Union Square, Civic Hall will be a new, 85,000-square-foot learning and training center at the new state-of-the-art Zero Irving building. Civic Hall will facilitate groundbreaking partnerships among high-impact tenants and workforce training partners to work collectively to meet the needs of all New Yorkers, especially those from communities too often left behind. For more information, visit https://civichall.org/ or email Seema Shah, Civic Hall’s Executive Director, at sshah@fedcap.org.

About The Fedcap Group
For 87 years, The Fedcap Group has developed scalable, innovative, and disruptive solutions to some of society’s most pressing needs. Serving 340,000 people this past fiscal year, The Fedcap Group provides educational services to every age group, vocational training and job attainment in high-growth industries, as well as support services such as behavioral health services—all targeted to helping people achieve long-term self-sufficiency. The Fedcap Group also invests its time and resources in broader system change—working in partnership with federal, state, and local government to improve the way services are designed, funded, and delivered.

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Susan Walsh, 212-727-4200, (SWalsh@fedcap.org)
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