Columbia College Accepting Funding Applications for Career Pathway Projects
Columbia, CA– Columbia College, the lead operator of the Sierra K16 Collaborative, is now accepting applications for projects that support career pathways in education, computers and engineering, and healthcare across seven counties, including Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, Inyo, Mariposa, Mono, and Tuolumne.
Eligible applicants, including businesses, public education institutions, non-profits, government departments, and tribes, can request up to $300,000 per project. The projects must be completed between Jan. 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026, and should address equity initiatives such as cultivating inclusive learning environments, retaining students through support, and improving college affordability.
The deadline for submissions is Tuesday, Nov. 12. More information and application forms are available on the Sierra K16 website under the “Projects” tab. For questions, contact Emily Graham, Director of the Sierra K16 Collaborative, at (209) 588-5341 or grahame@yosemite.edu.
