We are a community-based non-profit agency that has been serving the youth and communities of Western MA since 1977. We provide a wide array of services that foster youth empowerment and community service. Over the course of the last four decades, more than 40,000 area youth have been served by the agency in Franklin, Hampshire and Hampden Counties and the North Quabbin region.

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Franklin Hampshire Youth Employment Council. Upcoming Events for Youth! Volunteer Work and Internships. Career Exploration and Management Systems. CDE in the News! School to Career Connecting Actvities. Your Local Food System Video Series.

In the spirit that good food makes good company, The Gill Tavern aims to nourish the dining and gathering needs of Gill and its neighboring towns. The Tavern serves fare made from fresh, locally produced ingredients whenever possible in an atmosphere that fosters friendship, community, and respect for our environment. Come for a drink,. Trivia night - last one till the next one! This month, we will be playing for the Franklin Hampshire Regional Employment Board.

Support join participate sponsor support join participate sponsor support join participate. Nurture the environmentally committed business sector. Improve the environmental profile of economic activity in Western Mass. Want to Get Involved? Community members drive our organization! Attend Green Night, Green Drinks and Project RetroFit Community Events. Become a Member or Sponsor with your financial donation.

A repository for information about past and upcoming academies. Which are designed to provide regional partnerships with practical tools and peer learning opportunities.

The Workforce Training Fund Program. Helps address business productivity and competitiveness by providing resources to Massachusetts businesses to fund training for current and newly hired employees. In order for the Massachusetts economy to prosper. Our businesses need access to a pipeline of skilled workers so they can stay competitive and continue to grow. Read below to see how our grant programs can help your business thrive. We offer several types of grants.