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South Dakota Workforce Development Competitive Funding for AI Adoption is sponsored by South Dakota Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Workforce Development Council, Department of Labor and Regulation (DLR), and the Governor's Office of Economic Development. This program provides financial assistance to businesses for discovery sessions, employee training, or improving employee basic awareness of AI.
It aims to assist businesses with advancing AI for their workforce through third-party training providers.
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South Dakota Workforce Development Competitive Funding for AI Adoption Post-Secondary Success Modules Training Providers & Programs Eligible Training Providers & Programs Information for Training Providers Registered Apprenticeships (Start Today SD) StartTodaySD Apprenticeship Program Workforce Development Council Workforce Training for Adults & Dislocated Workers Workforce Training for Young Adults Workforce Development Competitive Funding for AI Adoption It is increasingly important for businesses to leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) and train their employees to use it, as AI has the potential to enhance efficiency and help organizations stay competitive in a rapidly evolving economy.
When employees understand how to use AI tools effectively, they can focus on higher-value work that drives innovation and growth.
Through financial assistance for a discovery session, employee training, or improving your employee’s basic awareness of AI, the South Dakota Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Workforce Development Council, Department of Labor and Regulation (DLR), and the Governor’s Office of Economic Development are seeking to assist businesses with advancing AI for their workforce.
The following guidelines outline key eligibility requirements, important deadlines, and upcoming opportunities for businesses interested in participating in South Dakota’s AI training initiative.
Application must be completed and submitted electronically All financial assistance awards will be given to the business Businesses must have a physical presence in South Dakota The training must be completed by June 30, 2027 Award recipients and contract amounts will be publicly available View the recording from our July Workforce Knowledge Series , covering this new funding, including available training options, the competitive application process, and key deadlines.
The South Dakota Workforce Development Council will take action to approve applications on Aug. 25, 2026 Award recipients will be notified of an award decision by Sept. 1, 2026 Award recipients will be notified of an award decision by Sept.
1, 2026 . Formal agreements will be established between DLR and the business. View agreement terms .
Category 1: Artificial Intelligence Business Discovery Interested in implementing AI, but unsure of where it can best help your business? Start with this category. DLR will provide a one-to-one cost share with the business for the discovery session.
DLR’s payment to the business will not exceed 50% of the total cost or $5,000 as verified by the third-party consultant.
Required documentation for payment: Invoice from the third party describing the discovery process, the dates of the meetings, the tools to be implemented, and the anticipated return on investment Estimated cost and timeline to implement Verification of a paid invoice from the business to the consultant If funds are available , awardees can submit a Category 2 application no later than Nov.
12, 2026 , to receive funding to proceed with AI training implementation by June 30, 2027 Category 2: Artificial Intelligence Training Implementation Do you know what AI tools are needed to help your business advance and remain competitive, but your team needs training on these tools? Start with this category. DLR will provide a 1:1 cost share with the business for the employee’s training expenses.
DLR’s payment to the business will not exceed 50% of the total training cost or $20,000 as verified by the third-party training provider.
Required documentation for payment: Invoice from the third-party training provider describing the training, itemizing the cost of the training, attendees, dates of the training, and completion certificates Verification of a paid invoice from the business to the training provider for the full cost Category 3: Artificial Intelligence Awareness Interested in basic AI awareness training for your employees? Start with this category.
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Required documentation for payment: Invoice from business to DLR listing the name of the employee and the certificate(s) received Copy of the completed certificate(s) View Frequently Asked Questions (PDF format) Please email us with questions.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Businesses interested in participating in South Dakota's AI training initiative. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $1,000 per employee, not to exceed $10,000 per business. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
South Dakota Workforce Development Competitive Funding for AI Adoption is funded by South Dakota Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Workforce Development Council, Department of Labor and Regulation (DLR), and the Governor's Office of Economic Development. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in South Dakota. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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