FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
[Washington, D.C.] – The Center for Nonprofit Advancement (the Center) has been selected by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to receive a $500,000 Brownfields Job Training Grant. This funding supports the Center’s fiscal partnership with Atmos Foundation, a nonprofit division of Atmos Solutions, a leading project contractor providing services including construction management, environmental, health and safety services, labor compliance and Workforce Development. The Center/Atmos Foundation team will recruit, train, and place workers in environmental cleanup and revitalization jobs across Washington, D.C.
This initiative reflects the Center’s commitment to strengthening communities by strengthening nonprofits. The Brownfields Job Training Program will foster community revitalization and environmental stewardship. With the grant, the Center/Atmos Foundation team plans to train 100 individuals to secure meaningful positions in environmental jobs in the Washington DC metro area. Participants will gain up to eight certifications, equipping them for roles such as hazardous waste cleanup, lead and asbestos abatement, mold remediation, and environmental health and safety.
“The Center is delighted to receive a Brownfields Job Training Grant award from the Environmental Protection Agency,” said Glen O’Gilvie, CEO of the Center for Nonprofit Advancement. “Securing federal funds, benefiting people and communities and strengthening nonprofits like Atmos Foundation is directly aligned with our mission and vision.”
“This grant empowers us to forge deeper connections within the Washington D.C. metro area, building a robust environmental workforce and fostering collaborative partnerships to address our shared environmental challenges,” said Mekka Bolling, CEO. “We are immensely grateful for this opportunity and look forward to working alongside our community to create a more sustainable future.”
The EPA’s Brownfields Job Training Program addresses the dual challenges of environmental restoration and economic inequality. By focusing on historically underserved communities, the program aims to create a skilled workforce, advance environmental justice, and foster local economic growth.
The Center’s selection highlights its innovative approach to workforce development and community engagement, leveraging partnerships to prepare individuals for long-term careers while addressing environmental issues in their own neighborhoods.
For more information about the Brownfields Job Training Program, visit EPA’s Brownfields Program.
About the Center for Nonprofit Advancement
The Center for Nonprofit Advancement works to strengthen and support nonprofit organizations throughout the Washington, D.C. metro area. Through innovative programs and collaborative initiatives, the Center fosters a thriving nonprofit community that addresses pressing social, economic, and environmental challenges.
Learn more at the Center’s website.