Our Career Scholarship Program

"When I was out of work, had no income and was depleting savings, the scholarship support was like a ray of hope not just financially, but as a symbol of people willing to help me at a very difficult and isolated time in my life." — Robert, CDS Client

Work and career play a defining role in who we are, how we feel about ourselves, how we live our lives. However, when disrupted or unfulfilling, a career can become an overwhelming concern. Whether it's losing a job, re-entering the workforce or changing careers, the transition can be most difficult. But there is hope and there is help.

Our Career Scholarship Fund fulfills our mission of providing career development opportunities for everyone, to maximize potential regardless of ability to pay for services. Through the contributions of individuals, corporations and foundations, we offer career-counseling scholarships for eligible individuals in the greater Rochester, NY area.

To inquire about scholarship eligibility, call 1.800.736.6710 or 585.244.0765.

 

Give the Gift of Work

Our Career Scholarship Fund is made possible from tax-deductible contributions. Here’s a sampling of scholarships and resources that make meaningful career management programs available to anyone in our community.

Career Counseling and Assessment Package –

Three individual counseling sessions, one assessment and a library membership to access career, job search and life-management resources.

Reinventing Your Life Package –

Three group sessions to refocus and create new opportunities at critical life junctures followed by one individual coaching session, one assessment and a library membership to access career, job search and life management resources.

Job Search Clinic –

Intensive day-long program to assist individuals who have “tried everything” in search of employment. The focus is on re-clarifying goals, generating options, aligning with employer needs, presenting effectively and managing morale.

Woman2Woman: Leadership in Action –

Eight month program for women to develop crucial leadership skills. Scholarship funding makes this program affordable for women in nonprofit organizations and small start-up businesses with limited resources. 

Resources –

Maintaining critical library and technology resources for clients and staff, making possible research and design of new programs, and educating the community about programs and resources.

 

 
To invest in Rochester’s workforce, please call 800.736.6710 or e-mail us. Or, send a check made payable to Career Development Services to:

Career Development Services
Attn: Pat DeBrucker
150 State Street, 3rd floor
Rochester, NY 14614