Solomon announces grant for his district

State Rep. Jared Solomon, D-Phila., announces that a grant of $237,740 was awarded to the Greater Northeast Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce. 

Solomon created the Schools-to-Work Program to develop and expand career opportunities for high school students right into their local neighborhoods. 

“Students need to know that the trades are a viable option for a successful and fruitful careers,” Solomon said. “This funding will go a long way for providing career pathways and leave students with hands-on knowledge that they can use for the rest of their lives.”