Centro Secures $3M Grant to Establish Tech Workforce Hub for Madison's Latino Community
Centro, a nonprofit organization in Madison, has been awarded a $3 million grant from Ascendium Education Group to create a Tech Hub aimed at enhancing digital literacy and workforce opportunities for the Latinx community. This initiative is part of Centro's broader mission to provide community-based services and educational support. The funding was announced during a community update event on April 17. The Tech Hub will focus on training programs that connect participants with employment opportunities in Madison's expanding technology sector. Ascendium's Vice President of Communications, Brett Lindquist, emphasized the importance of aligning educational pathways with the region's growing demand for tech skills. The program aims to offer alternative educational routes beyond traditional degree programs, targeting adult learners and underserved populations. The initiative will be developed over three years, with initial efforts on building infrastructure and partnerships, followed by training delivery and j...