Resources to Support Student Economic Independence

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The Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) is excited to extend an invitation for members to apply to participate in our SNAP Employment and Training (E&T) project focused on strengthening institutional offerings that support students in new and creative ways. 

The project is open to rural or rural serving community colleges and state or regional systems and associations.

As a SNAP E&T third-party provider, community and technical colleges are eligible for partial reimbursement of costs that support students, such as:

Don’t miss this great opportunity to leverage this under-utilized funding stream. Join a cohort of institutions for extensive technical assistance from national experts, a series of mini-trainings, a plethora of additional resources, and a small stipend.

Applications Will Be Reviewed on a Rolling Basis until Cohort is Full. Seeking 7 Rural/Rural Serving Community Colleges and 2 states/system/intermediary applications.

Click on the following link to learn more and apply: ACCT SNAP E&T

Funding for this project was provided by United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

USDA is an equal opportunity employer and provider.

At Zane State College, a rural school in Ohio, 67 percent of students work while enrolled in classes.

At Patrick & Henry Community College in Virginia, students seek strategies to build and sustain their own businesses.

From workforce development initiatives to entrepreneurship boot camps, these two institutions have found creative ways to support their students and benefit the local economy.

The latest report from Jobs for the Future sheds light on strategies for rural communities to bolster pathways to postsecondary education and career success. With less than a third of rural adults holding associate's or bachelor's degrees, targeted efforts are needed to bridge this gap.

The report emphasizes the importance of localized initiatives, leveraging community strengths, and fostering inclusive economic development.

From forging partnerships across sectors to prioritizing online resources and remote work opportunities, rural colleges can play a pivotal role in empowering learners and addressing systemic barriers.



With a focus on skill development, connectivity, and equitable access, these pathways pave the way for a brighter future in rural America.