Rep. Lucy McBath, of Georgia’s 6th U.S. Congressional District, announced that CobbWorks Inc. has been awarded a $1.5 million federal grant through the U.S. Department of Labor’s YouthBuild program to expand workforce training and education opportunities for young people in Cobb County.
The grant will support a collaborative training initiative led by CobbWorks in partnership with Construction Ready, which will serve as the primary construction training provider, and Cobb Adult Education, which will provide education and GED preparation services. McBath said she supported the grant application by sending a letter to U.S. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer in February.
“Today’s grant announcement is a reaffirmation of the transformational impact CobbWorks has on young jobseekers in our community,” McBath said. “I was proud to voice my support for this collaborative grant application, and I look forward to seeing how CobbWorks uses this investment to expand upon their mission. So much of my work in Washington focuses on making sure that every Georgian can get a good job and keep it. I look forward to continuing to do my part at the federal level.”
CobbWorks Executive Director, President and CEO Sonya Grant said the funding will expand access to career training and educational opportunities for young people while supporting workforce development across the region.
“We are deeply grateful to Congresswoman Lucy McBath for her unwavering support in securing this YouthBuild grant,” Grant said. “This investment represents more than funding, it is a commitment to the future of our young people and the strength of our community. Through this program, we will expand access to hands-on training, education, and career pathways for youth who need it most, helping them build sustainable, in-demand careers. The impact will be felt not only in the lives of participants, but across our local economy—strengthening our workforce, supporting business growth, and advancing economic development throughout Cobb County and beyond.”
Cobb County Chairwoman Lisa Cupid said the award will strengthen workforce development efforts and create new opportunities for local residents.
“This grant is a significant step forward empowering our youth and enhancing workforce development in Cobb County,” Cupid said. “I want to express my deep gratitude to Congresswoman Lucy McBath for her generous support in making this funding a reality. CobbWorks has a proven track record of connecting individuals with the skills they need to succeed in today’s job market, and I am excited to see the positive impact this funding will have on our community.”
CobbWorks is Cobb County’s designated Local Workforce Development Board and operates two full-service American Job Centers using Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act resources in metro Atlanta. The organization provides workforce development services to job seekers and employers throughout the county.
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