Sen. Ossoff Delivering Resources to Help Veterans Find Jobs After Leaving Armed Forces

Warner Robins, Ga. - U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff is delivering new resources to help veterans find jobs after they leave the Armed Forces.

Sen. Ossoff brought Republicans and Democrats together to support organizations across Georgia that help veterans find jobs once they leave the Armed Forces.

"I have secured the bipartisan support in the Senate to help veterans across the State of Georgia find employment in the civilian workforce," Sen. Ossoff said.

Sen. Ossoff is delivering funding for the projects through bipartisan government funding legislation that became law on February 3.

Please find a summary of projects for which Sen. Ossoff is delivering funding below:

• WARNER ROBINS: Central Georgia Technical College and the Georgia VECTR Center ($300,000): Central Georgia Technical College, in partnership with the Georgia Veterans Education Career Transition Resource (VECTR) Center, will use the Federal funding to enhance access to workforce training and postsecondary education for veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. The project will fund workforce development training, including direct training, career coaching, resume and interview preparation, and student supplies such as books, certifications, and more.

• SANDY SPRINGS: ATLVets, Inc ($223,000): ATLVets will use the Federal funding to provide training and support for veterans transitioning from service to running businesses. These resources will help expand training sessions and workshops for this program, covering topics such as business planning, financial management, and marketing strategies. The program also provides mentorship opportunities, pairing veterans with experienced professionals who offer guidance and support to help veterans navigate their transition to entrepreneurship.

• JONESBORO: Library Foundation of Clayton County, Inc. ($300,000): The Library Foundation of Clayton County will use the Federal funding to provide training sessions to help veterans start and grow small businesses by offering instruction, training, and support with a strong focus on veterans transitioning into civilian life. These resources will allow the Library Foundation to expand their reach to even more veterans and offer more resources and workshops.

"On behalf of the Central Georgia Technical College Foundation Board of Trustees and Central Georgia Technical College, we are honored to receive this Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) grant through Senator Ossoff's office to support Georgia's veterans through workforce training and job readiness programs at CGTC's VECTR Center," said Tonya L. McClure, Associate Vice President of Institutional Advancement. "This investment will provide life-changing opportunities through career training and employment services, helping veterans regain stability and build a secure future. We are grateful for the Senator's leadership, as well as that of our entire legislative delegation, as we partner to strengthen our veteran community."

"Veterans don't retire - they redeploy. This funding gives ATLVets the resources to meet them where they are and help them channel that same mission-driven discipline into building businesses that strengthen our community. We're grateful for Senator Ossoff's leadership in making this happen for Georgia's veterans," said Zack Knight, Founder, ATLVets, Inc.

"We extend our profound gratitude to Senator Jon Ossoff for securing $300,000 to support veteran small businesses and entrepreneurs through the Clayton County Library Foundation. These critical resources will empower the brave men and women who have served our nation to pursue entrepreneurship in Clayton County…Where the World Lands and Opportunities take off," said Dr. Alieka Anderson-Henry, Chairwoman Clayton County Board of Commissioners.

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