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Wisconsin Fast Forward Advanced Manufacturing Technical Education Equipment Grants is a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development that funds workforce development activities, including teacher training and recruitment, for low-income or urban school districts in Wisconsin. The expanded grant program reimburses costs tied to workforce preparation, technical education equipment, and related instructional needs.
Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) organizations working with Wisconsin school districts. Up to $1,000,000 is available per grant program announcement, with individual grants up to $250,000. No matching funds are required.
Applications are submitted through the Submittable online platform.
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Wisconsin Fast Forward Grants Standard Application Instructions Wisconsin Fast Forward Grants Wisconsin Fast Forward Grants Expanded Wisconsin Fast Forward Grants The objective of the Wisconsin Fast Forward (WFF) expanded grant program is to award funds that reimburse the costs of workforce development activities, as specified in the Grant Program Announcement (GPA).
Teacher Training and Recruitment Grants This expanded WFF grant program is to recruit and prepare individuals to teach in low-income or urban school districts in Wisconsin as a profession. Open to: Applicants must be registered as a 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code and are exempt from taxation under section 501(a). Amount: Up to $1,000,000 is being made available for this GPA.
Grant Amount: Up to $250,000. Match: No Match required. Application Deadline: Applications must be completed and submitted through the Submittable online application system by 3:00 p.
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CST on Thursday, March 19, 2026 Grant Program Announcement Grant Frequently Asked Questions Submittable Application Instructions Low Income School Directory Standard Wisconsin Fast Forward Grants The objective of the Wisconsin Fast Forward (WFF) standard grant program is to award funds to businesses from all Wisconsin industry sectors that reimburse the costs of customized occupational training for unemployed, underemployed, and incumbent workers.
The customized, business-driven training will qualify workers for full-time employment, higher level employment, or increased wages. Industry Sectors Worker Training Grants Open to all industry sectors and companies of any size. Grant Amount : Grant awards range from $5,000 to $400,000 per grantee.
A grantee serving as an applicant for a consortium of employment placement partners may apply for more than $400,000. Match : Cash or in-kind match equal to 50% of the amount of the grant award is required. Application Deadline : 3 p.
m. CST on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026.
Grant Program Announcement (GPA) Wisconsin Fast Forward Application Webinar Industry Sectors Worker Training Grants FAQ WFF Standard Application Instructions Standard Wisconsin Fast Forward Grants The objective of the Wisconsin Fast Forward (WFF) standard grant program is to award funds to businesses from all Wisconsin industry sectors that reimburse the costs of customized occupational training for unemployed, underemployed, and incumbent workers.
The customized, business-driven training will qualify workers for full-time employment, higher level employment, or increased wages. Please check back for the next grant opportunity. Read grant award summaries to learn more about WFF-funded projects.
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Eligibility and Program Guidelines Designation of Confidential and Proprietary Information Eligibility Requirement Guidelines New Grantee Training - Reimbursement Requests (Standard WFF) Eligibility and Requirement Guidelines Receive grant announcements and program updates, including new funding options: OSD provides Grant Administration training opportunities to new and existing grantees after new are announced.
Grantees are encouraged to use the Grant Administration Handbook resources below Wisconsin Fast Forward Application Instructions Grant Application Questions Small Business Application Example Sample Letter of Commitment Submitting a Successful Application External Grant Writing Resources Find a local grant writing professional Local grant writing resources available The Office of Skills Development (OSD) Contacts When & How to Contact OSD Please reach out to your grant manager for any questions about the submission of reimbursements requests for your Wisconsin Fast Forward award.
Wisconsin Fast Forward Budget Guidelines How to Register as a Supplier in COMET How to Submit an Invoice in COMET Payment Verification Guidance Reimbursement Request Requirements and Guidelines In-Kind Contribution Worksheet DOA Form 6456 (for electronic funds transfer via ACH) Requesting Changes to your Grant Plan or Contract Requirements to Request a Change Awarded Grants System Access Instructions Trainee Data Reporting (complete online in Online Instructions - Entering Trainee Data using Grant Portal Sample Trainee Pre-Training Sample Trainee Post-Training Data Online Instructions - Bulk Upload of Trainee IMPORTANT NOTE: Grantees Must download the Trainee Data Template for their grant from their grant's Trainee Data Entry screen.
The following items are posted for reference and training purposes only: Quarterly Progress Reports (complete Online Instructions – Quarterly Progress Reports Final Report (complete online) Online Instructions - Final Report Preparing for a Project Audit Send an email submit an inquiry ,--> or directly contact staff .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: School districts in Wisconsin. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Wisconsin Fast Forward Advanced Manufacturing Technical Education Equipment Grants is funded by Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Wisconsin. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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