YouthBuild Yakima // OIC of Washington

Education and construction employment training program for youth and young adults ages 16-24.  Provides hands-on training to start a career in construction along with the opportunity to attain a GED, other certification/credential, opportunity to build a house, and develop leadership skills.

 YouthBuild Yakima Mimimum Eligibility Requirements:

• Yakima resident
• Between the ages of 16 and 24
• Have not earned a GED or post-secondary education
• Be interested in learning about construction and applying your knowledge on the job
• Committed to making a positive change for themselves, their family and their community

YouthBuild Yakima received $1.1 million (100% funding) from a grant awarded under the US Dept. of Labor Employment and Training Administration.

• OIC Program Locations
• Home Weatherization Services
• Low Income Home Energy Assistance
• Migrant Seasonal Farmworker Program
• Moses Lake Energy Assistance Program
• Henry Beauchamp Community Center
• Emergency Food Assistance Program
• The Prosperity Center
• WIOA Youth Program
• YouthBuild Yakima