The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) is now accepting applications for Wisconsin Fast Forward (WFF) grants.
Employers in every industry and of all sizes across Wisconsin are eligible to apply for funding to train skilled workers.
The WFF program supports local and regional solutions to help employers meet workforce needs in their areas. Industry Sectors Worker Training Grants reimburse the costs of customized occupational training for unemployed, underemployed and existing workers.
Grants ranging from $5,000 to $400,000 — and higher for consortium applicants — can cover training that qualifies workers for full-time positions, higher-level roles or increased wages.
Eligible applicants include:
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Public agencies;
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Private organizations in all industry sectors;
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A consortium of placement partners with the lead public or private organization serving as the applicant; and
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Tribal governing bodies of a federally recognized tribe or band of Native Americans, or an organization appointed by the tribal governing body.
The deadline to apply is 3 p.m. on Oct. 16. More information and instructions to apply can be found here.
