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The Women's Economic Security Act (WESA) Competitive Grant, administered by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), works to increase the number of women in high-wage, high-demand, nontraditional occupations. The program prioritizes initiatives that encourage and assist women of color to enter nontraditional and STEM careers.
Part of DEED's Office of Adult Career Pathways, WESA is one of several competitive grant programs supporting workforce development in Minnesota. The state awarded $3. 3 million for adult employment and training programs in the current funding cycle.
Organizations providing career training, mentorship, and employment support services that help women access economic opportunity in traditionally male-dominated fields are encouraged to apply.
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Office of Adult Career Pathways Women's Economic Security Act (WESA) Women's Economic Security Act (WESA) Competitive Grant The Women’s Economic Security Act Competitive Grant program works to increase the number of women in high-wage, high-demand, nontraditional occupations. The program prioritizes programs that encourage and assist women of color to enter high-wage, high-demand, nontraditional occupations and STEM occupations.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Minnesota nonprofits and workforce training providers supporting women entering STEM/trades. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $125,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Minnesota Women’s Economic Security Act (WESA) Competitive Grant are due August 31, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Minnesota Women’s Economic Security Act (WESA) Competitive Grant is funded by Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Minnesota. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.
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