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SkillUp Montgomery Offers Free Online Job Training to County Residents

WorkSource Montgomery's SkillUp® Montgomery gives county residents and businesses free access to over 5,000 online job-skills courses.

CFW· Aug 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Women’s Equality Day: Celebrating Progress, Continuing the Work”
Aug 28
Local Economy

WorkSource Montgomery Launches Federal Workers Career Resource Hub

WorkSource Montgomery has opened an online Resource Hub for federal employees and contractors affected by workforce reductions and funding changes.

CFW· Aug 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Women’s Equality Day: Celebrating Progress, Continuing the Work”
Aug 28
Local Economy

HHS Offers $800K for Community Economic Development Projects

Community Development Corporations may apply by September 8 for up to $800,000 in HHS funds for job creation and business development.

OGM· Aug 26, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Will the Uniform Guidance Changes Harm You or Your Communities? – August 26, 202…”
Aug 26
Local Economy

CASH Campaign Community Fellows Applications Open for 2026-2027

College juniors, seniors, and grad students can apply to provide free tax help to residents as CASH Campaign Community Fellows through the 2026-2027 program.

Luedtke· Aug 24, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Upcoming Community Meetings Discussing Safety and County Services”
Aug 24
Local Economy

County EDC and Business Center Offer Resources for Entrepreneurs

Montgomery County's Economic Development Corporation and Business Center provide support and connections for local businesses and entrepreneurs.

Friedson· Aug 21, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Connecting You With the Resources You Need”
Aug 21
Local Economy

SkillUp Montgomery Offers Free Online Job Training to Residents

WorkSource Montgomery's SkillUp® Montgomery platform gives county residents free 24/7 access to over 5,000 online job-skills courses.

CFW· Aug 21, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Celebrate Women’s Equality Day on Aug. 26!”
Aug 21
Local Economy

WorkSource Montgomery Launches Federal Workers Resource Hub

WorkSource Montgomery's new online Resource Hub supports federal employees and contractors facing layoffs or funding cuts.

CFW· Aug 21, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Celebrate Women’s Equality Day on Aug. 26!”
Aug 21
Local Economy

County Expands Contracts for Women- and Veteran-Owned Firms

Montgomery County has announced expanded contracting opportunities specifically targeting women-owned and veteran-owned businesses.

Procurement· Aug 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Aug 20
Local Economy

Procurement Office Hosts Online Open House Sept. 16

Montgomery County Procurement holds a free Zoom open house on September 16, 2026, from 10–11 a.m. for vendors and businesses.

Procurement· Aug 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Aug 20
Local Economy

County Seeks Bilingual Staff Assistant Services Contract

Montgomery County Procurement has an open informal solicitation (#1201130) for bilingual English/Spanish County Council staff assistant services.

Procurement· Aug 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Aug 20
Local Economy

Applications Open for 2026–27 CASH Campaign Community Fellows

College juniors, seniors, and grad students can apply to the CAA's VITA-based Community Fellows program for 2026–27.

CAA· Aug 14, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Community Action e-newsletter: July - August 15, 2026”
Aug 14
Local Economy

SkillUp Montgomery Offers Free Online Job Training to All Residents

WorkSource Montgomery's SkillUp® Montgomery gives county residents free 24/7 access to 5,000+ online job skills and certification courses.

Montgomery County· Aug 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Get Involved: Become an Election Worker”
Aug 14
Local Economy

WorkSource Montgomery Launches Federal Workers Resource Hub

WorkSource Montgomery's new Resource Hub helps federal employees and contractors navigate unemployment, job searches, and career resources.

Montgomery County· Aug 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Get Involved: Become an Election Worker”
Aug 14
Local Economy

Procurement Office Hosts Online Open House Aug. 19

Montgomery County Office of Procurement holds a free Zoom open house for vendors on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 10–11 a.m.

Procurement· Aug 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Aug 14
Local Economy

County Seeks Bilingual Staff Assistant Services Contractor

Montgomery County Procurement posted an informal solicitation (#1201130) for bilingual English/Spanish County Council staff assistant services.

Procurement· Aug 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Aug 14
Local Economy

Evans, Comptroller Lierman Visit Local Businesses, Childcare Provider

Councilmember Evans hosted Maryland Comptroller Lierman for a business tour including a childcare visit and roundtable with 8 local owners.

Evans· Aug 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Shebra Evans — “Councilmember Shebra Evans Hosts Maryland Comptroller Brooke Lierman for Communi…”
Aug 13
Local Economy

Maryland Service Corps Seeks Montgomery County Host Site Partners

Maryland's DSCI program connects 18–24-year-olds with organizations for 9-month workforce service; applications accepted on a rolling basis.

OGM· Aug 7, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Maryland Service Corps Partnership Opportunity – August 7, 2026 MCG Grant Opport…”
Aug 7
Local Economy

DPS Hiring Permit Technicians and Inspectors

Montgomery County DPS is recruiting permit technicians and inspectors; openings are listed on the county's online job board.

DPS· Aug 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Constructive Comments | Aug. 2026”
Aug 7
Local Economy

County Expands Contracting for Women- and Veteran-Owned Firms

Montgomery County broadens contracting opportunities for women-owned and veteran-owned businesses through updated procurement programs.

Procurement· Aug 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Aug 7
Local Economy

Procurement Office Hosts Online Open House Aug. 19

Montgomery County Office of Procurement holds a free Zoom open house for vendors on August 19, 2026, 10–11 a.m.

Procurement· Aug 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Aug 7
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