Employment and Education Programs

The Future Leaders Program and Future Pathways Program are dedicated to empowering individuals by providing the essential resources, training, and support needed to break through employment and educational barriers. Through career development, financial assistance, and personalized guidance, these programs create opportunities for economic stability and professional growth.

The Future Leaders Program is designed to prepare high school students for their future careers through paid internships, job readiness training, and financial support for higher education. By providing hands-on experience, mentorship, and educational resources, the program cultivates the next generation of skilled professionals and community leaders.

The Future Pathways Program focuses on equipping individuals with the tools to overcome workforce challenges by offering job training, career counseling, tuition aid, and supportive services like childcare and transportation. The program fosters long-term career success and self-sufficiency by addressing professional and personal obstacles.

Together, these programs strive to create a future where every participant has the confidence, knowledge, and resources to achieve their career and educational aspirations.

Necessary Documents:

• Legible state-issues photo ID for the applicant (name and address on ID must match what’s listed on all presented documents
• Proof of income for ALL household members for the past 30 days before the application date
  • If the applicant has earnings or wages, they will need to provide their pay stub (examples are monthly, semi-monthly, bi-weekly, and weekly)
  • The applicant will need their current year benefit award letter if they receive Social Security, Social Security insurance, pensions, or retirement.
  • If the applicant is unemployed but is not receiving Unemployment Insurance, they must present a Zero Income History printout from https://dew.sc.gov/individuals/manage-your-benefits or call 1-866-831-172 (press 4 and 1 to speak to someone). Please allow 3-5 days for this information to be sent to you.
  • If the applicant is a business owner or is self-employed, they will need the current tax year statement (example: Schedule C or C-EZ with all pages signed and included.
• Most of the programs require that you meet federal income guidelines, which applicants will be screened for at the beginning of the application process.

For additional questions, please email: employmentandeducation@palmettocap.org.