State Workforce Development Grants

Grant program designed to train underrepresented population to successfully enter the construction industry and the trades. The program focuses removing barriers for entry and transitioning graduates to DOL-registered apprenticeship programs. The goal of the Illinois Works Act is to ensure that all Illinois residents have access to State capital projects and careers in the construction industry and building trades, as well as provide contracting and employment opportunities to historically underrepresented populations in the construction industry and the trades. The Illinois Works Pre-apprenticeship NOFO and program is a critical component in the success of the Act, by increasing the number of qualified construction and building trades apprentices who are women, people of color, veterans or from otherwise underrepresented populations (as defined by the Illinois Works Jobs Program Act) and preparing them to enter full apprenticeship programs on their way to careers in construction and the building trades.

The Teaching with Primary Sources (TPS) program is the Library of Congress’s (LOC) premier educational outreach initiative, designed to provide instructional materials, tools, education, and professional development to teachers. Its core mission aligns directly with the LOC’s broader outreach goals, particularly as reflected in the 2019-23 and 2024-2028 Strategic Plans and the vision of connecting to all Americans. The program seeks to enhance educators’ ability to integrate digitized primary sources from the LOC into instruction, which in turn builds student literacy, critical thinking skills, content knowledge, and the ability to conduct original research. TPS Consortium members are recognized as "Connectors" who are crucial in achieving this strategic vision. The current Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is specifically for Continuing Awards (FY25-FY27) and targets experienced TPS providers who are current TPS Consortium members that have previously received direct grants from the Library. The primary impact goal of this funding is to expand the use of teaching materials, tools, and strategies developed under previous TPS awards. The targeted beneficiaries are specific recipient populations of learners and educators identified as being underserved by the current TPS program. These groups include those representing specific professions, ethnicities, geographic locations, abilities, interests, affiliations, and other attributes. The priorities and focuses of this NOFO center on dissemination and adaptation. The Library seeks proposals that allow experienced TPS providers to disseminate their existing materials, tools, programming, and research to meet the demonstrated educational needs of these specific recipient populations. Successful applicants must detail how they will support both current and new audiences by actively reviewing and revising existing TPS products, modifying these products to enhance their value to educators and learners, and developing new strategies and networks specifically to facilitate outreach to the targeted, underserved populations. The expected outcomes are measurable in terms of expanded outreach and effective solutions tailored to specific needs. Applicants must submit project proposals that address demonstrated educational needs with solutions that are suggested to be effective by standard practice, documented experience, or research. The theory of change underpinning this opportunity suggests that by leveraging the experience and products of existing Consortium members and requiring targeted adaptation and outreach, the Library can successfully extend the program’s valuable resources to previously underserved communities, thereby broadening the impact of primary source instruction and furthering the LOC’s goal of connecting with all Americans.

The 2024-25 Physical and Digital Infrastructure Security Grant Program for Health Care Practitioners, offered by the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), aims to enhance physical facility and digital security for healthcare practitioners. This initiative aligns with a broader mission to safeguard healthcare services, particularly those related to abortion and reproductive health, which may be vulnerable to violence and vandalism. The program's core purpose is to mitigate security risks, ensuring uninterrupted and safe access to essential healthcare services for communities across California. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are currently licensed healthcare practitioners located in California who provide abortion-related services (or referrals) and reproductive health care services. This includes medical doctors, osteopathic doctors, licensed midwives, certified nurse-midwives, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, licensed vocational nurses, and physician assistants. A key impact goal is to create a more secure environment for these practitioners and their patients, thereby preserving access to critical reproductive health services. The program prioritizes security enhancements to protect against physical and digital threats. Eligible applicants must demonstrate that they provide abortion-related and reproductive health care services and are located in California. Health Care Practitioners who received an award from the FY 2022-23 DP Program are also eligible to reapply. The focus is on proactive measures to prevent violence and vandalism, fostering a safe operational space for healthcare providers. Expected outcomes include a measurable increase in the security infrastructure of participating healthcare facilities, both physically and digitally. The program anticipates that enhanced security will reduce incidents of violence and vandalism, leading to improved access to and continuity of abortion-related and reproductive health care services. With a total of $3 million available and individual grants up to $150,000, the program intends to achieve a widespread impact across California. The grant performance period runs from September 1, 2024, through December 31, 2026, allowing for significant improvements in the security landscape for these vital healthcare providers.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to volunteer fire departments, municipalities, and nonprofit EMS organizations in New York State to improve recruitment and retention efforts for emergency service personnel.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments affected by the closure or reduced operation of the Zion Nuclear Plant, aimed at fostering economic development and addressing community impacts through various initiatives.

The Statewide Health Strategies Grant (SHSG) is designed to enhance the health and well-being of North Dakotans by activating the ND State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP). This grant aims to improve health outcomes across the state through collaborative action, innovation, and evidence-based practices. The grant focuses on addressing North Dakota’s health priorities, such as strengthening the healthcare workforce, expanding access to healthcare services, promoting holistic wellness, and building community resilience. Funded by the North Dakota State Legislature, it offers a competitive application process with projects needing to align with at least one SHIP priority. A total of $3 million is available with a maximum award of $400,000 per project. Applications are due by May 20, 2024, and projects must be completed by June 30, 2025.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and small businesses in Michigan to enhance training and education for the clean energy workforce while improving access to support services for participants.

Since 2022, Cal ICH has partnered with California Federally Recognized Tribes and stakeholders to develop the Tribal HHAP Program. In 2024, Cal ICH is continuing and expanding our partnerships with Tribes and stakeholders in strengthening the Tribal HHAP program. Through the integration of feedback from the community’s served, Cal ICH’s goal is to continue culturally responsive programming designed to meet the needs of tribal communities, with funding accessible to all California Federally Recognized Tribes in need.Tribal HHAP is a tribal allocation set-aside from the Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) program, built specifically for and with California Federally Recognized Tribes.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities, non-profits, and community boards in New York State for revitalizing areas impacted by brownfields through planning and environmental assessments.

US DOT Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) provides funding to Washington state for tribal, state, and local governments to sustain and enhance hazardous materials-related emergency preparedness. The funding is specifically targeted to increase effectiveness in safely and efficiently handling hazardous materials accidents and incidents and to encourage a comprehensive approach to emergency training and planning by incorporating the unique challenges of responses to transportation situations. The HMEP grant program was established in 1990 by the Hazardous Materials Transportation Uniform Safety Act. In 1993, PHMSA began issuing grants to assist States, Territories, and Native American Tribes to "develop, improve, and carry out emergency plans" within the National Response System and the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act of 1986. The HMEP grant program is designed to allow grantees the flexibility to implement training and planning programs that address differing needs for each location based on demographics, emergency response capabilities, commodity flow studies, and hazard analysis. Relevant trainings are found in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 472: Standard for Competence of Responders to Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Incidents publication and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations found in 29 CFR § 1910.120. Governors in each State, or their counterparts within Territories or Tribes, designate an agency to receive the HMEP grant funds. Agencies submit grant applications to PHMSA annually requesting funds for proposed activities. PHMSA reviews and evaluates applications to make certain the proposed activities support the program mission to ensure the safe transportation of hazmat. If approved, PHMSA offers the agency a Notice of Grant Award (NGA) for acceptance and signature. Once executed, the agency may distribute grant funds in accordance with the planned activities identified in the grant application within the State, Territory, or Tribe to Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs) and first responder organizations.

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is offering a grant of over $1 million, with a total funding of $10,000,000, to educational and non-profit organizations in Urbana, Illinois, to promote bioprocessing through infrastructure and capital equipment expansion, increased training opportunities, and short course offerings, with the project having been partially funded by the U.S. Economic Development Administration’s Tech Hubs program.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to innovative technology startups in Minnesota for research, development, and business expenses, helping them grow and succeed in their early years.

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency Grant Assistance Program is a fund provided to eligible Nebraska postsecondary institutions to help account for missing U.S. servicemembers and civilians from past conflicts.

This program provides funding to employers in Ohio to create training opportunities that help employees on public assistance improve their skills, increase their wages, and achieve financial independence.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to regional fire departments, including career, combination, and volunteer entities with training centers, to enhance their training capabilities and improve public safety.

This program provides financial support to Massachusetts community colleges for establishing or upgrading HVAC training centers to expand the workforce in heat pump and HVAC technologies, aligning with the state's clean energy goals.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to training providers in Ohio to offer free Firefighter I certification courses, particularly benefiting volunteer firefighters and local governments.

This funding opportunity is designed to support organizations in Kansas that are focused on developing registered apprenticeship programs to attract and retain skilled employees in response to industry demands.

This grant provides funding to Minnesota-based organizations to develop and expand primary care residency programs, particularly in underserved and rural areas, to help address the shortage of primary care physicians in the state.

This program provides a no-cost, 20-week development opportunity for small business owners in Massachusetts, Maine, or Rhode Island to receive mentorship and resources to grow their businesses and positively impact their communities.