Industry Sector Grant

Industry Sector Grant is sponsored by Idaho Workforce Development Council. Industry Sector Grants are designed to engage employers in developing new training solutions that address Idaho's workforce issues and fill skills gaps.

Industry Sector Grant - 2026 Q1 (For April 2026 Review) Industry Sector Grant - 2026 Q1 (For April 2026 Review) Industry Sector Grants are designed to engage employers in developing new training solutions that address Idaho’s workforce issues and fill skills gaps. The Idaho Workforce Development Council will accept Industry Sector Grant applications on a non-competitive, first come, first-served basis.

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gov https://www. gotomygrants. com/Public/Opportunities/Details/922eb424-2718-42eb-95b3-f31c8d22275a Funding Source Description Fund Availability - Workforce Development Training Fund (WDTF) Industry sector grants should provide a cost effective, reasonable training solution to the needs identified by the industry partners.

The following factors will be evaluated by the Grant Review Committee: • compelling labor market data demonstrating current and projected demand for the targeted occupations, skills, and training—ideally aligned with state or regional workforce priorities.

• demonstrated statewide or regional industry support, evidenced by signed memorandums of understanding (MOUs), that highlights each partners active engagement and shared investment in the project’s success, • whether the training model could be scaled or replicated across other industries, regions, or systems, including potential for broader application or integration into existing workforce strategies, • the number of industry partners involved, • the cost per participant served by the grant, • the sustainability of the training/education program beyond the grant period, • the transferability of the skills provided through the training/education program, • whether industry recognized credentials are integrated into the training/education program, • the entry level wage (at the county or state level, as appropriate) for the occupation(s) the training/education program is preparing individuals for, • past performance, if any, by the lead entity on prior grants.

Funding is provided on a reimbursement basis Indirect Cost Description Administrative costs cannot exceed ten percent (10%) of the WDTF grant award. Excess administrative costs may be applied towards match requirements. Restrictions on Indirect Costs Submission Timeline Additional Information All Industry Sector Grant applications are reviewed by the WDC’s Grant Review Committee.

The Grant Review Committee will review applications quarterly. We strongly recommend you submit applications as soon as possible, as applications are reviewed on a first come, first served basis. Once your application is submitted, you will be contacted by WDC staff regarding the timeframe in which your grant will be reviewed.

Allow Multiple Applications Other Submission Requirements APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE AT A MINIMUM: • A description of the need for the training proposed in the application. • The industry consortium, together with its training provider partner, must provide resources that directly support the proposed training, at a rate of no less than 25 percent cash, or no less 100 percent in-kind match, or a combination of cash and in-kind match.

All consortium partners must sign an MOU using a template provided by the Council. Reimbursable Expenditures ELIGIBLE USE OF GRANT FUNDS INCLUDES: • Personnel costs for development and/or delivery of training; or tuition, fees, books and materials for existing training integrated into the program. • Personnel costs for the industry mentor/on-the-job trainer for structured on-the-job training.

• Reasonable training facility costs. • Reasonable equipment costs and supplies. • Reasonable travel costs for the instructor and/or trainee.

• Reasonable outreach/marketing efforts to attract individuals to the training program. • Cost of assessments associated with the provision of recognized credentials. • Administrative costs cannot exceed ten percent (10%) of the WDTF grant award.

Excess administrative costs may be applied towards match requirements. Additional Eligibility Information A business entity representing a consortium of at least three industry partners with a similar talent development needs. All industry partners must meet current WDTF business requirements for employer grants.

The business entity may be any of the following: • a non-profit or community-based organization • a public training provider • a private training provider The entity must be authorized to conduct business in Idaho and in good standing as evidenced through the Idaho Secretary of State and/or State Board of Education.

Training supported through this program must equip participants with transferable, industry-recognized skills that enhance their long-term employability. For incumbent workers employed by consortium partners, training should demonstrate a clear pathway to career advancement or expanded job responsibilities and wage progression.

Eligible training methods may include classroom instruction, virtual learning, or work-based models (i.e. internships, pre-apprenticeship, co-ops, and/or apprenticeship) with an emphasis on approaches that are responsive to both learner’s needs and industry demand. Soft-skill training is not excluded from sector grants; however, it must be embedded in the training.

A sector grant application focused on soft-skill training alone would not be eligible for funding. Additional Information URL https://wdc. idaho.

gov/grants/#industry-sector-grant Award Administration Information Grantees are required to submit quarterly reports as delineated in the written contract. THE QUARTERLY REPORT WILL INCLUDE PROVISION OF THE ENTIRE 9-DIGIT SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER OF THE TRAINEES/PARTICIPANTS, REGARDLESS OF THE AGE OF THE PARTICIPANT. • Grant term is three years.

• Grantees are required to submit quarterly reports as delineated in the written contract. THE QUARTERLY REPORT WILL INCLUDE PROVISION OF THE ENTIRE 9-DIGIT SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER OF THE TRAINEES/PARTICIPANTS, REGARDLESS OF THE AGE OF THE PARTICIPANT. • Intellectual property, training curriculum and/or how-to guides may be retained by the Workforce Development Council to share with other partners statewide.

The return on investment shall be measured by: • Number of individuals trained • Number receiving credential(s) • Number of individuals employed within 30 days following the training • Number of individuals employed by the industry consortium (whether incumbent or new hires) • Wage gains for individuals trained (the wage prior to training and at one-year post training) • Retention in Idaho at one-year post training • Employer satisfaction with sector partnership • Effective and timely utilization of awarded funds during the performance period of the grant award, with consideration given to both the percentage of funds drawn down and the cost-effectiveness of expenditures relative to performance outcomes Variable Exemplary ( 3 pts) Reasonable (2 pts) Questionable (1 pts) Inadaquate Broad Engagement of Industry Partners The project engages more than three committed industry partners, representing multiple employers or sectors.

The project includes at least three committed industry partners It is unclear how or if industry partners will be engaged. No industry partners are mentioned. County Wage Data ($12 per hour minimum) Project leads to wages above the county average for the target occupation(s).

Wages meet or are equal to the county average. The wages are below the county average wage. There is no wage information included in application.

Credentials Training results in industry-recognized or portable credentials aligned with employer demand. Training results in company-specific or limited-scope credentials. Training does not include a credential component.

There is no information about this credential(s) Training Need Clear, compelling evidence demonstrates demand for training, supported by labor market data and/or employer input. Specific employer data suggests a need for training. The need for training is vaguely stated or lacks justification.

There is no information about the need for training. Sustainability & Replicability Strong case made for sustaining the project post-grant and replicating the model across regions or industries. Some potential for future sustainability or replication beyond the grant period.

Limited explanation of how the project will be sustained or replicated. There is no information about sustainability beyond the grant period. Occupational Concentration and Transferability Training develops highly transferable skills relevant across occupations or sectors Training develops moderately transferable skills.

Limited evidence of skill transferability. There is no information regarding transferability of skills. Past Performance The applicant exceeded expectations on previous WDTF grants (if applicable).

The applicant met expectations on past WDTF grants or is on track to meet performance and funding goals. The applicant has no previous WDTF history. The grantee did not meet standards on a previous WDTF grant.

Match Rates Over 75% of total match is in cash; strong leverage of additional funds. At least 50% of match is in cash; balance may be in-kind. Meets minimum required match level (cash or in-kind).

The grant has no in-kind or cash match contributions. Organizational and Fiscal Capacity Applicant demonstrates strong systems and experience to manage fiscal and operational aspects of the project. Applicant appears capable of managing the project with minor risk.

Capacity to manage the project is unclear. Applicant lacks organizational or fiscal capacity. Budget Budget and cost per participant offer excellent value and demonstrate efficient use of funds to achieve outcomes.

Budget and cost per participant appear reasonable and aligned with outcomes. Budget and cost per participant are high relative to the outcomes proposed. No budget or per-participant cost is included.

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