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Find similar grantsGuaranteed Free Training Program (GFT-WED-netPA) is sponsored by Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED). This program provides grant funding for Essential Skills and Advanced Technology training. Essential Skills training is limited to manufacturers and technology businesses.
The program reimburses employers for part of the cost of training.
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WEDnetPA - PA Department of Community & Economic Development Created by the Department of Community & Economic Development and made available through the Workforce and Economic Development Network of Pennsylvania – WEDnetPA – the program provides qualified employers training funds for new and existing employees.
WEDnetPA is a unique, collaborative partnership of community colleges, state system universities and other educational institutions working together to be responsive to the needs of Pennsylvania’s business community. See WEDnetPA website for the most current and complete list of WEDnetPA Partners. Funding can be used for a wide range of incumbent worker training.
The training must be skill-building for employee’s current job or for an advancement or promotion. Employees to be trained must be residents of and employed in Pennsylvania. Employees to be trained must earn at least $16.
74, excluding benefits. Employees to be trained must be permanent, full-time employees and eligible for full-time benefits. An individual employee can qualify for up to $2,000 in job skills training.
Company participation is limited to two years in a row and three out of the past five years. Training must occur from July 1 to June 30 of the fiscal year of the funding award. Companies can apply through WEDnetPA’s flexible and easy-to-use online application system at WEDnetPA website .
Program guidelines are available to view at the link above or by visiting the WEDnet website. Contact information for WEDnetPA Partners and the statewide WEDnetPA office can also be found on the website.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Pennsylvania-based employers whose full-time employees earn at least $10. 88 per hour for essential skills training, or 150% of federal minimum wage for advanced technology training. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $450 per trainee and $75,000 per company for essential skills training; up to $850 per trainee and $50,000 per company for advanced technology training. Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) is sponsored by Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED). NAP provides resources to assist neighborhoods and communities with fiscal difficulties. Blight Elimination is a priority. Projects must form partnerships within the community to remediate or prevent blight through demolition or rehabilitation of distressed properties.
Business Opportunities Fund (BOF) is sponsored by Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED). The Business Opportunities Fund provides installment loans, lines of credit, and technical assistance for minority business enterprises, women-owned business enterprises, and small businesses. Funds can be used for cash flow (working capital) and most business operations.