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Press Releases
EO Secures $1.5M Federal Grant to Strengthen Youth Healthcare Workforce in Southwest Virginia
EO Companies (EO) has received a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to launch a new regional initiative focused on preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals in Southwest Virginia. Project HEALTH will expand access to training, career development, and critical support services for youth interested in healthcare careers. Project HEALTH, a three-year...
June 05, 2025
Press Releases
EO Shared Services Alliance honors early childhood educators during Provider Appreciation Week
May 01, 2025
Press Releases
One year after its launch, the EO Shared Services Alliance (EOSSA) is already transforming operations for childcare providers in Southwest Virginia. Since January 2024, EOSSA...
February 26, 2025
Reports
Shared Services Alliance - 1 Year of Progress
The Shared Services Alliance (SSA) provides business coaching and back-office supports such as accounting, payroll, and human resources, to childcare providers in our region. These...
January 24, 2025
Newsletter
Internships and Other News - January EO News
In this issue of EO News, we cover hurricane relief for childcare providers, internships, people to meet in 2025, career coach volunteer opportunities, and new...
January 23, 2025
Press Releases
EO Unveils New Giving Programs to Empower Southwest Virginia and Drive Lasting Community Impact
December 19, 2024
Articles
The Promise of Connection: How Educators Can Support Vulnerable Students in Southwest Virginia
The 2024 Youth Mental Health in Southwest Virginia Report sheds light on the mental health landscape of the young people in our region. While the...
December 13, 2024
Press Releases
EO Transforms Former Kmart into $26.5 Million Workforce and Child Development Hub
November 04, 2024
