Workforce Development Awards Committee

Recognizing the importance of a skilled local workforce to a health economy, this committee has worked very hard over the last few years to solicit funds from various business sectors to increase cash grants from $1200 to over $20,000 a year. Grants of up to $2,500 have been awarded for tuition and required materials at trade schools and colleges to people of any age needing money to improve their work skills. The application period for 2008 has closed.

Scholarship Foundation

This 501(c)3 is the charitable entity organized to allow that donations to the Workforce Development Awards may be fully tax-deductible as charitable contributions. Contact Ric Teagarden, Presdient, 749-4855, for more information.

LEAD Yuba^Sutter

Mission: To develop a diverse network of community leaders who individually and collectively serve as a catalyst for advancing long-term views and action on issues critical to the quality of life in the Yuba-Sutter area.

The Chamber's leadership program identifies and encourages the leadership development of individuals interested in expanding their skills by learning more about their community and the importance of civic responsibility. The goal is for Lead Yuba^Sutter graduates to positively impact the counties and cities in which they live. See their page on our website, or, see the LEAD website .