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Self Sufficiency Fund is sponsored by Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). This training grant helps individuals obtain industry-recognized credentials, with a focus on adult recipients of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP), individuals at risk of being on public assistance, low-income parents, and youth up to age 24 from low-income families.
Grant recipients must provide occupational training that leads to an industry-recognized certification.
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Self Sufficiency Fund Program - Texas Workforce Commission Self Sufficiency Fund Program The Self Sufficiency Fund is a training grant to help individuals obtain industry recognized credentials and be placed in an occupation that provides a path toward Self Sufficiency.
The program focuses on training for the following groups: Adult receiving government assistance such as Supplement Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). Individuals at risk of becoming dependent on public assistance. Individuals earning less than $37,000 annually with a dependent child, custodial or non-custodial.
Youth between the ages of 18-24 that are a part of a low-income household. Discover how you can assist your employees in upgrading their skills. Find education opportunities, occupational or vocational training and other resources to help you develop your skills.
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Workforce Development Employer Engagement and Community Outreach Map Workforce Training Grant Opportunities The Self Sufficiency program is administered by the Texas Workforce Commission, in partnership with public community and technical colleges, a higher education extension service, and community-based organizations, and is governed by the following rules and regulations: Texas Administrative Code, Title 40, Part 20, Chapter 835 Texas Labor Code, Chapter 309 Eligible SSF applicants include: Public community or technical colleges 501(c)(3) non-profit, community-based organizations with an active and current TWC account number Grantees must provide training that leads to an industry-recognized certificate or credential.
Training can be for any target occupation or an occupation that is subject to approval by the local Workforce Development Board. Training must focus on core or support occupations that provide a path toward higher-level occupations. Various training methods are accepted, including classroom, simulations, and online instruction.
Applicants may receive up to $500,000 for projects. Target cost is $2500 per trainee. Funding may include tuition, training materials, books and supplies.
Job placement for participants is required and may be with any employer. TWC accepts project proposal submissions throughout the year. Training programs typically last 12 months.
The program application now takes place in an online system called the Learning Outcomes Tracking System (LOTS). For more information on the program and the application process please reach out to one of our regional business liaisons . They will provide guidance and technical support if you would like to apply.
Employer Engagement and Community Outreach Team Our team of highly skilled professionals is here to help with the development of projects and proposals. The Regional Business Liaisons are available to work with employers, colleges, local workforce development boards, economic development partners, and business partners to ensure employers get the training their businesses need.
They also serve as a guide to other TWC services, helping businesses make the connections they need to maximize their workforce. For more information on how to utilize the different grant opportunities or general questions, please reach out to the business liaison in your region. Lone Star Workforce of the Future Fund
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Community-based organizations 501(c)(3) and public community or technical colleges. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $500,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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Partners for Reentry Opportunities in Workforce Development (PROWD) Grant Program is sponsored by Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). The PROWD Grant program, funded by the U.S. Department of Labor and U.S. Department of Justice, aims to expand reentry workforce services to individuals incarcerated or released from federal prisons. The Texas Workforce Commission utilizes this funding to implement improved reentry services in partnership with Workforce Development Boards, focusing on skills-building and job training, including apprenticeships.
Child Care Services Program is a grant from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) that funds child care scholarships for low-income Texas families and supports quality improvement across Texas child care providers. Administered using federal Child Care and Development Fund resources, the program helps families access affordable licensed care while improving the standards and infrastructure of child care statewide. TWC also provides employer-based child care solutions and technical assistance. Eligible beneficiaries include low-income families in Texas, as well as child care providers who participate in the state subsidy system. Award amounts vary based on individual family eligibility and provider circumstances.
Note: Each funding opportunity description is a synopsis of information in the Federal Register application notice. For specific information about eligibility, please see the official application notice. The official version of this document is the document published in the Federal Register. Free Internet access to the official edition of the Federal Register and the Code of Federal Regulations is available on GPO Access at: http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/index.html. Please review the official application notice for pre-application and application requirements, application submission information, performance measures, priorities and program contact information. Purpose of Program: The purpose of this program is to stimulate technological innovation in the private sector, strengthen the role of small business in meeting Federal research or research and development (R/R&D) needs, increase the commercial application of the U.S. Department of Education (Department) supported research results, and improve the return on investment from federally funded research for economic and social benefits to the Nation. Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number: 84.133S-1. If you choose to submit your application electronically, you must use the Governmentwide Grants.gov Apply site at http://www.Grants.gov. Through this site, you will be able to download a copy of the application package, complete it offline, and then upload and submit your application. You may not e-mail an electronic copy of a grant application to us. You may access the electronic grant application for the SBIR Program at: http://www.Grants.gov. You must search for the downloadable application package for this competition by the CFDA number. Do not include the CFDA number's alpha suffix in your search (e.g. , search for 84.133, not 84.133S). The telephone number for the Grants.gov Helpdesk is 1-800-518-4726 or e-mail: support@grants.gov. Funding Opportunity Number: ED-GRANTS-090908-001. Assistance Listing: 84.133. Funding Instrument: G. Category: ED. Award Amount: Up to $75K per award.
The National Leadership Grants for Libraries Program (NLG-L) supports projects that address critical needs of the library and archives fields and have the potential to advance practice and strengthen library and archival services for the American public. Successful proposals will generate results such as new models, tools, research findings, services, practices, and/or alliances that can be widely used, adapted, scaled, or replicated to extend and leverage the benefits of federal investment. Applications to IMLS should both advance knowledge and understanding and ensure that the federal investment made generates benefits to society. Specifically, the goals for this program are to generate projects of far-reaching impact that: • Build the workforce and institutional capacity for managing the national information infrastructure and serving the information and education needs of the public. • Build the capacity of libraries and archives to lead and contribute to efforts that improve community well-being and strengthen civic engagement. • Improve the ability of libraries and archives to provide broad access to and use of information and collections with emphasis on collaboration to avoid duplication and maximize reach. • Strengthen the ability of libraries to provide services to affected communities in the event of an emergency or disaster. • Strengthen the ability of libraries, archives, and museums to work collaboratively for the benefit of the communities they serve. Throughout its work, IMLS places importance on diversity, equity, and inclusion. This may be reflected in an IMLS-funded project in a wide range of ways, including efforts to serve individuals of diverse geographic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; individuals with disabilities; individuals with limited functional literacy or information skills; individuals having difficulty using a library or museum; and underserved urban and rural communities, including children from families with incomes below the poverty line. Application Process: The application process for the NLG-L program has two phases; applicants must begin by applying for Phase I. For Phase I, all applicants must submit Preliminary Proposals by the September 20th deadline listed for this Notice of Funding Opportunity. For Phase II, only selected applicants will be invited to submit Full Proposals, and only those Invited Full Proposals will be considered for funding. Invited Full Proposals will be due March 20, 2024. Funding Opportunity Number: NLG-LIBRARIES-FY24. Assistance Listing: 45.312. Funding Instrument: G. Category: AR,HU. Award Amount: $50K – $1M per award.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program (ED/IES) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences (IES). This program provides funding for small businesses to conduct research and development of innovative education technology products. It emphasizes rigorous research and the potential for commercialization to bring products to schools. Projects can leverage AI functionalities, interactive learning, and assistive technologies for students and educators. The program has an annual allocation of $10 million for new ed-tech products.