Goochland Community Action Program
Our Programs
Goochland Community Action Program is partnering with the Goochland County Public Schools Transportation Department to host an information session on being a bus driver! Curious about how to get a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)? Want to work, but don’t have reliable child care? Want to enjoy working the same days and hours as your kids are in school? If so, join us on May 21st for lunch to learn more about this exciting job opportunity!
Register here: www.surveymonkey.com/r/GCPSBusDrivers
Our Programs
Job Training & Certification
Job training programs encourage job seekers to increase their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the workforce to improve their marketability, career advancement, and income. Goochland residents can apply for financial assistance to help pay tuition costs for a variety of job training and workforce development programs. Many of these programs offer certifications in the fields of health care, business administration, management, technology, manufacturing, and trades. Contact us for more information.
Summer Camp Scholarships
Summer camp programs offer a wide range of educational classes, recreational classes and groups, and a variety of programs that promote health, wellness, exercise, education, sports, and hobbies for children and youth in Goochland County. The program may assist with up to 10 weeks of camp at Goochland Parks and Recreation. For more information, contact Goochland Parks and Recreation at 804-556-5854.
After-School Scholarships
After-school programs provide youth, kindergarteners through the fifth grade, a safe, positive, and structured environment where children can participate in educational and recreational activities each day after school. The programs also provide socialization activities, and some programs offer limited assistance with homework. After-school programs also help parents and guardians maintain full-time employment without worrying about their child’s well-being. For more information, contact Goochland Parks and Recreation at 804-556-5854.
Electric/Utility Assistance
Emergency financial assistance provides help with electric and other heat or cooling-related utilities for Goochland residents. These programs are for residents experiencing a crisis or financial hardship. Contact us for more information.
Rent or Mortgage Assistance
Emergency financial assistance provides help with rent or mortgage payments for Goochland residents. These programs are for residents experiencing a crisis or financial hardship. Contact us for more information.
Food Gift Cards
Monthly food gift cards are offered to eligible residents of Goochland County. These gift cards supplement existing food programs so families can purchase healthy and nutritious foods for their families. Contact us for more information.
Partner Programs
Home Repair Program
The home repair program helps clients maintain a safe and healthy living environment. This program is managed by our partners at Goochland Cares. They engage volunteers and professionals to handle small and large home repair projects. For more information, visit www.GoochlandCares.org or call 804-556-6260.
Brown Bag Program
The Brown Bag Program is administered by County Line Baptist Church. The program provides a bag of food for eligible students to take home over the weekend when school meals aren’t being served, ensuring access to nutritious foods every day of the week. This program expects to serve 30 students per week at Byrd and Randolph Elementary Schools.
