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In addition to receiving new Department of Labor funds, YouthBuild Lake County was recently awarded state-level funding for the first time in a decade. Read more about what this additional funding can do to further our mission, as reported by the Chicago Tribune’s Lake County News Sun, at the link below.

“There’s A Great Need”: YouthBuild Lake County says state funding will help its sustainability, reach more young people

YouthBuild Lake County recently hosted an Elected Officials Forum in conjunction with Youth Conservation Corps of Waukegan. YouthBuild USA featured this story in their 40th anniversary celebration newsletter highlighting YBLC as the program of the month! Read the full story at the link below.

YBLC Featured as YouthBuild Program of the Month

Come every day. Keep coming even after you get your diploma, because YBLC is still there for you. Don’t take this opportunity for granted because they care.

Jamaica, YBLC alum

Stay dedicated and strive for success. It’s not where you are but where you want to be.

Shemual, YBLC alum

It gets tough, but stick it out with a positive attitude. It will be worth it in the end.

Allison, YBLC alum

The US Department of Labor funds YBLC's YouthBuild program through a YouthBuild Grant. This workforce product was funded by a grant awarded by the US Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration. The product was created by the grantee and does not necessarily reflect the official position of the US Department of Labor. The Department of Labor makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with respect to such information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability or ownership. This product is copyrighted by the institution that created it. Internal use by an organization and/or personal use by an individual for non-commercial purposes is permissible. All other uses require the prior authorization of the copyright owner. YouthBuild Lake County is an equal opportunity agency.

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