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Commonwealth Corporation - Re-Entry Workforce Demonstration Grants Improving workforce outcomes for returning citizens Commonwealth Corporation, in partnership with EOLWD, is committed to ensuring that populations, regions, and locations most impacted by incarceration in Massachusetts have access to vocationally centered programs that promote job training and retention.
The Re-Entry Workforce Development Demonstration Program (RWDDP) works to improve workforce outcomes among individuals returning to their communities after incarceration (i.e. returning citizens). This grant program is funded annually through line item ( 7003-0150 ) of the Commonwealth’s General Appropriations Act.
RWDDP supports partnerships dedicated to helping returning citizens successfully transition into the workforce through occupationally focused training and comprehensive support services.
Designed to improve employment outcomes and long-term stability, the program serves individuals who will be released within 180 days of a Grant Program start date and/or individuals who were released up to 18 months prior to enrolling in the Grant Program.
Through structured training and individualized support, the program aims to ensure participants secure and retain a job for at least 30 days within 3 months of the grant period end date.
Find the right resources for you Let's get you in touch with a program in your area to access high-quality talent We can connect you to programs within our network where you can gain industry skills, certificates and credentialing, and job opportunities Community-based organizations, training providers, MassHire Workforce Boards, DOCs and HOCs can apply for a grant to receive funding and technical assistance For more information, please contact our team at Re-entry@commcorp.
org This application is closed. $2. 25 million in grants to support occupationally focused training and placement programs for returning citizens.
Partnerships have 12 months to deliver their Grant Program. Up to $250,000 per applicant with a maximum investment target of $15,000 per successful employment outcome. This application is closed.
$2. 5 million in grants to support occupationally focused training and placement programs for returning citizens. Partnerships have 12 months to deliver their Grant Program.
Applicants may request up to $250,000. A maximum investment target of $15,000 per employment outcome has been established. Re-Entry Workforce Demonstration Grants Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards $2.
2 Million for Re-Entry Workforce Development Grants to Train Formerly Incarcerated Individuals Re-Entry Workforce Demonstration Grants $2. 6 Million for Re-Entry Workforce Development Grants to Train Formerly Incarcerated Individuals Re-Entry Workforce Demonstration Grants $2.
5 Million in Re-Entry Workforce Training Grants for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals average placement hourly wage (FY24) employers hired program graduates (FY2024) Re-Entry Workforce Demonstration Grants PY24-25 Re-Entry Workforce Development Demonstration Legislative Program Report Re-Entry Workforce Demonstration Grants FY24 Re-Entry Workforce Development Demonstration Legislative Program Report Re-Entry Workforce Demonstration Grants FY23 Re-Entry Workforce Development Demonstration Legislative Program Report Re-Entry Workforce Demonstration Grants Building Second Chances, One Relationship at a Time Re-Entry Workforce Demonstration Grants Request for Proposals: Re-Entry Workforce Development Demonstration Program Re-Entry Workforce Demonstration Grants Advance Notice of Upcoming Procurement for the Re-Entry Workforce Development Demonstration Program $440,000 in Clean Energy Training Grants $22 Million in YouthWorks Grants Awarded $290,000 for Job Training for Young Adults with Disabilities
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Community-based organizations, training providers, MassHire Workforce Boards, Departments of Correction, and Houses of Correction in Massachusetts. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $250,000 per applicant. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Reentry Workforce Development Demonstration Program (RWDDP) is funded by Commonwealth Corporation (Massachusetts). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Massachusetts. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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