4 Resources
State agency administering unemployment insurance benefits, job placement services, and labor market information for Virginia workers and employers. File for unemployment insurance online or by phone after losing a job through no fault of your own. VEC also operates Virginia Career Works centers statewide for job search and training support. Call 866-832-2363 for unemployment claims assistance. Visit the website to file weekly certifications and check payment status for existing claims.
866-832-2363 · 6606 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23230
One-stop workforce center offering job search assistance, resume writing workshops, skills training referrals, and career counseling for Richmond area job seekers. Walk-in and appointment-based services are available Monday through Friday. Computers, printers, and job search resources are available on-site at no cost. Training scholarships through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act may be available for qualifying participants. Located on East Main Street in downtown Richmond.
804-780-3999 · 600 E Main St, Suite 300, Richmond, VA 23219
Virginia's 23 community colleges offer short-term workforce credentials, registered apprenticeships, and FastForward training grants that can cover up to two-thirds of tuition for qualifying programs in high-demand fields. Programs are designed to be completed in weeks to months and lead to industry-recognized credentials. Financial aid and employer tuition reimbursement may also be available. Visit vccs.edu or contact your local community college to explore training options and grant eligibility.
804-819-4901 · 300 Arboretum Pl, Suite 200, Richmond, VA 23236
Free business counseling, SBA loan programs, and small business development resources for Virginia entrepreneurs and small business owners. The Virginia District Office connects businesses with lenders for SBA 7(a) and 504 loans, assists with federal contracting, and refers entrepreneurs to SCORE and SBDC partners for free mentoring. Located in Richmond on North 8th Street. Call or visit the website to learn about loan programs, training events, and how to access business development resources.
804-771-2400 · 400 N 8th St, Suite 1150, Richmond, VA 23219