FY26 Renewal: Journey to My Better Self Career Academy

The Journey to My Better Self Career Academy (JTMBS-CA) is designed to cultivate youth development and deliver intensive employment training and supportive services to help youth (ages 16-20) become job-ready for entry-level employment. The program consists of two phases: Phase I - Career Development, which includes job readiness workshops, career coaching, and pre- and post-assessment, and Phase II - Internship, which includes workplace training, career coaching, program evaluation, and job placement. The program is funded by the State of Illinois, with a total funding amount of $249,012.00. The award is non-competitive, and the expected number of awards is 1. • The program is designed for youth development and employment training • The program consists of two phases: Career Development and Internship • The program is funded by the State of Illinois • The total funding amount is $249,012.00 • The award is non-competitive • The expected number of awards is 1