Hochul Awards Central New York $3.5 Million for Youth Jobs Program as Statewide Funding Hits $42 Million
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Updated · CNYcentral.com · Sep 23
Hochul Awards Central New York $3.5 Million for Youth Jobs Program as Statewide Funding Hits $42 Million
1 articles · Updated · CNYcentral.com · Sep 23
Summary
$3.5 million will go to Central New York under New York's Youth Employment Program, with Hochul saying the money will support year-round paid work and training for at-risk youth.
The program is aimed at reducing community gun violence and youth involvement in the criminal justice system by expanding job access in areas considered most at risk of gun violence.
$42 million was awarded statewide, and the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance is distributing the funds through local departments of social services.
At least 2,500 low-income youth across New York are expected to receive paid work and training opportunities from September 2026 through June 2027.