Costa Announces Grant Received in the 20th District

FRESNO, CA - CongressmanJim Costa announced today (Wednesday Dec. 14, 2005) that Fresno CareerDevelopment Institute, Inc. will be the recipient of a grant of over $600,000from the Employment and Training Administration of the United States Departmentof Labor.

"It is often necessary for groups to work together to fosterchange," Costa noted. "For this reason,"the Fresno lawmaker continued, "Fresno CareerDevelopment Institute will partner with various organizations throughout Fresno Cityand County to provide services which will aid the transition for prisoners uponre-entry into society.

Congressman Costa pointed out the need for such programsstating, "The ability of our community to provide job training and basic livingoptions speaks to our humanitarian efforts of lending a helping hand whencalled upon."

Fresno Career Development Institute will utilize the$660,000 grant for employment development services, education services and pre-releaseoutreach activities.