Who we are:
ReTool Erie, a partnership of The Erie Community Foundation, The Nonprofit Partnership, and the Regional Center for Workforce Excellence, is a new project aimed at strengthening local nonprofits focused on workforce development.
What we do:
ReTool Erie provides increased resources to nonprofits working to jump-start the economy, create and save jobs, and improve individuals’ access to government benefits. Through training, one-on-one technical assistance, and competitive capacity building grants, the goal of ReTool Erie is to help organizations and their clients prepare for and meet the challenges of our changing economy.
Get involved:
We’d like to hear from you. If you have any ideas or concerns to help keep Erie County moving forward comment on our blog.
ReTool Blog •
For those who are relatively new to the concept, this You Tube clip explains the concept in a up-tempo, humorous way. Well worth 5 minutes of your time.
Upcoming Events •
Tuesday, Sep 07 @ 9:00 am · Project officers, Michael Brand and Amanda Brown Sissem will host an open house to answer questions on ReTool Erie, the application process and the Assessment of Organizational Functioning.
Using What Works: Best practices for workforce development programs
Tuesday, Sep 28 @ 9:00 am · Workforce Development Trainer and Consultant, Judith Lorei will share skills and strategies for engaging employers and sector-based prospecting.


