Lone Star Workforce of the Future Fund

The Lone Star Workforce of the Future Fund, offered by the Texas Workforce Commission, aims to develop workforce training programs through public junior colleges, public technical institutions, and non-profit organizations. The goal is to increase the supply of qualified workers for entry-level to mid-level jobs in high-demand occupations in Texas. The grant supports performance-based training programs that help participants transition from unemployment or low-wage work to full-time jobs with self-sufficient wages. Eligible uses of funds include curriculum development, instructor fees, training materials, work-related expenses, and wraparound services. Eligible applicants must achieve a 50 percent success rate in transitioning participants to self-sufficient employment. The training program must lead to employment in high-demand occupations and should involve collaboration with local employers.