Future Leaders Program

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Program Description

The Future Leaders Program offers high school students paid internships tailored to their career interests and essential resources to manage the financial challenges (college applications, college fees, books, etc.) of higher education.

This program targets high school students seeking hands-on experience in their preferred career fields, ensuring they gain practical skills and insights necessary for future employment.

Key features of this program include:

  • Job Readiness Training Workshops
  • Students in this program receive paid internships in their preferred career fields.
  • One-on-One Career Counseling
  • Resume-building workshops
  • Professional Headshots
  • Soft Skills Training
  • Pre-employment physicals, background checks
  • Post-Employment Coaching
  • Supportive services for students continuing their education (College application fees, books, laptops, etc.)

Application Period:

Students may apply to participate in the Future Leaders Program from February 28 to April 30, 2025.

To be eligible, students must meet the following criteria:

  • Reside in Berkeley, Charleston, or Dorchester County
  • 10-12th Grade High School Student in Berkeley, Charleston, or Dorchester County
  • If a High School senior, acceptance letters to an accredited college or certification program



Asset
Building

This department provides financial literacy classes, one-on-one budgeting sources, free VITA tax preparation and housing stability.

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Asset Building

Employment
& Education

The mission of this program is to increase self-sufficiency and develop strategies to ensure a better quality of life through employment and educational opportunities for both youth and adults.

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Employment & Education

Housing

Palmetto CAP’s General Emergency Assistance Program (or GEAP) provides financial assistance to households who have encountered an unexpected financial hardship including rental assistance to avoid eviction. Assistance is provided once every 24 months.

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Housing

Outreach &
Temporary Assistance

By providing temporary assistance with food, water and shelter, Palmetto CAP’s Outreach department provides vital services to address citizens’ most basic needs. Being able to meet basic needs is the foundation of financial stability.

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Outreach & Temporary Assistance

Schedule an
Appointment

Palmetto Community Action Partnership is currently accepting appointments for the programs. Eligibility for all programs is subject to program calendars, fund availability, appointment availability, verifiable household income and family size.

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Schedule an Appointment

Required
Documents

List of documents that are required, in addition to other eligibility requirements, to complete an application for Palmetto CAP services.

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Required Documents