Palmetto CAP 1069 King Street, Charleston SC 29403 P.O. Box 20968, Charleston SC 29413 EMPLOYMENT and EDUCATION PROGRAMS PALMETTO CAP To serve economically disadvantaged residents of Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester Counties by increasing selfsufficiency and developing strategies to promote economic independence through partnerships. Contact us for more information or to see if you qualify to participate in Palmetto CAP s programs: Pa l m e t t o C o m m u n i t y A c t i o n Pa r t n e r s h i p Employment & Education Programs GET TRAINING INCREASE EMPLOYABILITY EARN MORE Jennifer Brown Director of Employment and Education Services 843-724-6760 ext. 212 Nekedra Lumar Development Assistant 843-724-6760 ext. 230 John Collins Case Manager 843-724-6760 ext. 228 1069 King Street, Charleston SC 29403 Schedule an appointment by calling 1-844-769-6448 or by visiting www.palmettocap.org Other self-sufficiency programs offered by PALMETTO CAP... Asset Building Affordable Housing Youth Leadership Let s get social! Like PALMETTO CAP and Project Pride on Facebook for the latest program updates and follow us on Twitter! Arnold Collins, Executive Director Reba Hough-Martin, Deputy Director 843-724-6760 phone 843-724-6787 fax
EMPLOYMENT and EDUCATION PROGRAMS Employment & Education Services Mission To increase self sufficiency and develop strategies to ensure a better quality of life. We offer supportive services to people who are currently working or in training that will lead to an increase in family income. What Does the Employment & Education Services Department Do? The Employment & Education Services Department (formerly known as Project Pride) is a program for income-eligible residents of Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties who have barriers that jeopardize or hinder employment. This program provides resources to assist program participants successfully seeking employment, maintaining their jobs and identifying careers. Providing participants with more opportunities to increase their education and employment marketability that will result in their families becoming more economically secure. Steps To Follow: Call 843-724-6760 exts. 228, 230 or 212 to determine eligibility and register for Orientation. Following Orientation, your individual needs will be assessed and addressed accordingly. Services by APPOINTMENT ONLY! To make an appointment call: 1-844-769-6448 Services Offered to Program Participants Moving Toward Their Goals: Childcare (including before and after school care) for working parents Work Support (uniforms, tools, and supplies including employment physical) for working clients Transportation (CARTA bus tickets) Tuition Assistance (training to advance marketing skills for employment, college, certification and license exams, and textbooks) Summer Youth Works! (seasonal employment for college-bound high school juniors and seniors and students enrolled in accredited colleges) OJT (On-the-Job Training) Program participants are eligible if they Lack Work Experience Are entering a new career Are unemployed These programs have limited space and funds available. The Employment and Education Services Department will assist those clients that qualify for the program with obtaining their GED and Work Keys certification through training with Adult Education. Participation in some training programs will require a SLED background check before funds are released. Requirements for program participation: * You must live in Berkeley, Charleston, or Dorchester County * You must attend an Orientation * You must meet Federal Income Guidelines * You must attend a Money Management assessment meeting with the Asset Building department What to Bring to Your Appointment: * Proof of income for all members of the household over age 18 * Proof of household size (social security cards, etc.) * Photo ID of applicant (no photocopies) * Other documents as required
YOUTH EDUCATION ENRICHMENT Youth Education Partner Schools and Agencies Clay Hill Elementary School Jane Edwards Elementary School Harleyville Elementary School Calvary Baptist Church Cannon Street YMCA Charleston Progressive Academy Church House of Ministries Daniel Joseph Jenkins Institute for Children Alice Burney Middle School Baptist Hill High School Burke High School Burke Community School Malcolm C. Hursey Elementary School Mary Ford Elementary North Charleston High School Ladson Elementary School Timberland High School Berkeley High School Canaan Missionary Baptist Church Clemson Extension Low Country Food Bank The Sentinel Newspaper 21st Century Community Learning Center For more information, please contact Jennifer Brown Employment and Education Director 843-724-6760 ext. 212 jbrown@palmettocap.org Or Nekedra Lumar Employment and Education Program Assistant 843-724-6760 ext. 230 nlumar@palmettocap.org Central Office 1069 King Street Charleston, SC 29403 Fax: 843-724-6787 **All services are provided by appointment only.** Pa l m e t t o C o m m u n i t y A c t i o n Pa r t n e r s h i p Youth Education Enrichment Volunteers are welcome! Palmetto Community Action Partnership is a private, non-profit Community Action agency. The mission is to serve the economically disadvantaged and residents of Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester Counties by increasing self-sufficiency and developing strategies to promote economic independence through partnerships. Planting the Seeds of Self-Sufficiency To make an appointment call: 1-844-769-6448 Let Palmetto CAP Help YOUR Family... Let s get social! Like Palmetto CAP on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter for the latest program updates and initiatives. Arnold Collins, Executive Director Reba Hough-Martin, Deputy Director 843-724-6760 phone 843-724-6787 fax
Palmetto CAP Palmetto Community Action Partnership is committed to providing opportunities for children that will increase their chances of becoming efficient, productive citizens. Our Education Enrichment Program reaches a wider range of children across the counties. As a member of Charleston s Promise, our agency has pledged service to children by involving caring adults in the lives of the children in Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester Counties. All programs and services are free of charge to those meeting the eligibility requirements. South Carolina Youth Leadership The mission of SCYL is to systematically facilitate a statewide Youth Leadership Program that encourages and enhances character building, educational achievement, civic responsibility, and career exploration for the purpose of developing life and leadership skills in eligible youths. The program is funded by the SC Governor s Office of Economic Opportunity and is open to students in 2 nd through 12 th grade, attending SC schools. School Uniforms Our agency provides school uniforms for income eligible children and those living in shelters, group homes, and transitional housing. Call for details. Summer Youth Works! Young adults who are high school juniors or seniors or who are current college students can participate in the Summer Youth Works! seasonal employment program. Participants gain job experience and compensation while building their resume. Youth Leadership Summer Camp Each year the agency sponsors a free fourweek Youth Leadership summer camp for student from ages 6-12. Campers receive daily instruction from certified teachers in Math and Language Arts. Camp activities also include: arts, crafts, character education, financial literacy, etiquette, energy conservation, educational trips, career planning, speakers from various careers, physical education, health/nutritional classes, and community service performed by children. Parenting classes are also offered. Standard Program Requirements Completed, Signed Application Proof of Household Income Picture ID Social Security Card *Additional items may be needed depending upon the program. Ask for details.* Call for details of upcoming events or visit the agency Facebook page!
Palmetto CAP 1069 King Street, Charleston SC 29403 P.O. Box 20968, Charleston SC 29413 WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Palmetto CAP Mission To serve economically disadvantaged residents of Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester Counties by increasing selfsufficiency and developing strategies to promote economic independence through partnerships. PALMETTO COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP 1069 King Street Charleston, SC 29403 (843) 720-5336 Fax (843) 720-5338 Monday-Thursday Business Hours: 7:30am-5:00pm Friday Business Hours: 8:00am-12:00pm Pa l m e t t o C o m m u n i t y A c t i o n Pa r t n e r s h i p Weatherization CONSERVE ENERGY LOWER UTILITY BILLS SAVE MONEY Like Palmetto CAP on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter for the latest program updates. Let Palmetto CAP Help YOUR Family... Arnold Collins, Executive Director Reba Hough-Martin, Deputy Director 843-720-5336 phone
WEATHERIZATION What is Weatherization? Weatherization is a free program for individuals and families who meet income guidelines. Measures are taken to make your home more energy-efficient, thereby saving on utility costs, increasing the value of the home and improving the safety of the occupants. We accomplish these measures by using proven air-infiltration and insulation techniques that positively affect energy cost, as evidenced by lower energy bills. Why Should Homes Be Weatherized? Weatherized homes are warmer in the Winter and cooler in the Summer Weatherized homes are more comfortable and are safer Program participants can reduce energy costs by as much as 50% Energy costs are a burden on low-income households Who Qualifies For Weatherization? Individuals and families in Charleston, Berkeley, Dorchester, Beaufort or Jasper counties meeting income guidelines can qualify for this free program. Priority is placed on homes with senior citizens, families with disabilities, children under the age of 18, and households with High Energy Usage and Energy Burdens. Once eligibility is established, Palmetto Community Action Partnership will do an assessment on the home. Depending on the outcome of the assessment, the agency will install needed weatherization measures. The Weatherization crew will also address health and safety conditions including carbon monoxide and combustion safety. To see if your household qualifies for this program, call 843-720-5336. Eligibility Guidelines 1. Must be a resident of Charleston, Berkeley, Dorchester, Beaufort or Jasper Counties 2. Must meet Federal income eligibility guidelines 3. Must provide a state-issued photo ID 4. Must present total household income within the past 30 days starting with the date of application (income includes wages earned, Disability and Social Security, retirement, unemployment benefits, etc.) 5. Must provide Social Security Card for all household members 6. Must reside in a single-family dwelling Weatherizing Can Include: Insulation of attics, walls and floors Weather stripping and caulking Air sealing to improve indoor air quality Furnace tune-up Insulation of hot water heater WORK IN PROGRESS All homes are assessed first to determine necessary energy conservation measures.
VITA TAX PREPARATION More Info... The mission of the Trident Area Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Coalition is to provide free tax preparation services and asset-building education and opportunities for all low- to moderate-income families in the tri-county area (Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties). The VITA Coalition provides oversight and strategic direction to the program in the tri-county area. It is composed of corporate, nonprofit and community partners. The Palmetto CAP Asset Building department provides budgeting; credit counseling; debt management; and administers the SC Help mortgage assistance program in addition to providing free tax preparation. TAX PREP SCHEDULE Asset Building s Main Office Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 1071-A King Street Charleston, SC 29403 Berkeley County Office (inside Tricounty Link Offices) Tuesdays 305 Heatley Street Moncks Corner, SC 29477 Pa l m e t t o C o m m u n i t y A c t i o n Pa r t n e r s h i p VITA Tax Preparation in partnership with CHARLESTON TRIDENT URBAN LEAGUE and TRIDENT UNITED WAY Palmetto CAP Mission The mission of Palmetto Community Action Partnership is to serve economically disadvantaged residents of Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester Counties by increasing selfsufficiency and developing strategies to promote economic independence through partnerships. Dorchester County Office (inside Dept. of Social Services) Thursdays 201 Johnson Street St. George, SC 29477 PALMETTO COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP Like Palmetto CAP on Facebook for the latest program updates and follow us on Twitter. Let Palmetto CAP Help YOUR Family... 843-720-3718
VITA Tax Preparation Palmetto CAP Offers Tax Prep! Taxes/Tax Credits Let our trained tax professionals help you navigate paying income taxes, filing status, tax rates, withholdings, using tax forms, exemptions and deductions, itemizing, tax credits, earned income credits, credits for children, credits for education and other important credits. With so many requirements and exceptions, figuring what you owe or if you may be eligible for a refund can be a real challenge. Who is Eligible? Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester County Residents meeting federal income requirements. All Palmetto CAP program participants are eligible to have their taxes prepared. Schedule An Appointment Call 1-844-769-6448 or 843-720-3718 OR Visit Can t come to one of our offices? Don t worry: we ll come to you! What Do I Need to Bring to My Appointment? You must have the following: W-2 forms as proof of income for you and/or your spouse. 1099 Self-Employment form (if self-employed) Property Tax Statements (if any) Alimony Statement (if any) Child Care expense statement (if any) Unemployment Compensation statement (if any) Rental Income (if any) Student Loan information (if any) Tuition information (1098T if any) State issued identification card (unexpired driver s license, I.D. card) Pension or retirement statements (if any) THIS PROGRAM IS FREE!!! Why pay someone to do your taxes? Get your taxes prepared by a trained tax professional and keep more of your money in your pockets. How Do I Get An Appointment? Call 1-844-769-6448 or visit This service is based on appointment availability YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR: Earned Income Tax Credits Child Tax Credit Education Credit Savings Programs *Don t forget to ask if you qualify for a LIHEAP utility assistance grant or any other of Palmetto CAP s FREE programs and services!* Social Security or Railroad retirement statements (if any) Other income such as lottery winnings, awards, prizes etc. (if any) Returns Are Filed Electronically Please Allow 7-10 Business Days For Direct Deposit* & 3-4 Weeks For All Others. Thank You! *May take up to 21 days