News Release
WARSAW — Old National Bank Foundation has awarded $15,000 to Cardinal Services to help expand its CTB Opportunity Labs and further its workforce development services.
Executive Director Marcie Arndt explained that the funds may be applied to scholarships, program staff, curriculum, and employer engagement among other needs.
“The ONB foundation grant will help us to continue growing our skills training classes in the
opportunity labs,” Arndt said. “We will provide skills development to more people, and help them in securing long-term, stable employment. At the same time, we will work closely with employers to assure that they are getting the well-trained employees they want and need.”
The program goals include that at least 75% of those enrolled will complete sector-specific
training leading to industry-recognized credentials or certification; 80% will demonstrate
increased workplace readiness; 50% of credentialed participants will obtain employment aligned with their new skills; and 75% will retain their new job positions after 90 days.
The opportunity labs program and services are open to individuals from Cass, Elkhart, Fulton, Kosciusko, Marshall, Pulaski, and Starke counties. The ONB Foundation grant funds may also be used to provide transportation stipends to participants.
