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Workforce Accelerator Fund 14 is sponsored by Workforce Development Board. The California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) is pleased to announce up to $3 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s discretionary funds for the Workforce Accelerator Fund 14 (Accelerator 14) grant program.
The CWDB seeks to fund two or more partnerships that will develop a scalable, replicable career pathway program focused on the Quantum or Fusion sectors. Funded projects will integrate multiple on- and off-ramps for participants from the K-12 system through the community college and four-year university systems.
The intent of Accelerator 14 is to support the development of programs that offer: -Establish industry-recognized credentials that will prepare jobseekers for quality jobs in the Quantum or Fusion sectors; particularly short-term credentials that can be attained in approximately eight to thirteen weeks.
-Train and place participants into jobs in Quantum, Fusion, and/or adjacent occupations within the Quantum or Fusion supply chains that do not require a four-year degree. -Provide career education, exploration, and introductory technical education at the High School and Community College levels. -Offer guidance and support to students seeking to enter a four-year degree program focused on Quantum, Fusion, or a related field.
-Conduct outreach, recruitment, and supportive services for jobseekers facing barriers to employment. The CWDB will consider applications for both participant serving (Innovation Impact), and non-participant serving projects (Planning and Development).
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The California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) is pleased to announce up to $3 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s discretionary funds for the Workforce Accelerator Fund 14 (Accelerator 14) grant program. Available Funding: $3 Million Funding Source: Federal/WIOA (0890) Start Date: January 1, 2027 All dates subject to change.
The Q&A documents serve as a supplement to the RFA and are intended to clarify policy about the grant and application process. The CWDB seeks to fund two or more partnerships that will develop a scalable, replicable career pathway program focused on the Quantum or Fusion sectors. Funded projects will integrate multiple on- and off-ramps for participants from the K-12 system through the community college and four-year university systems.
The intent of Accelerator 14 is to support the development of programs that offer: Establish industry-recognized credentials that will prepare jobseekers for quality jobs in the Quantum or Fusion sectors; particularly short-term credentials that can be attained in approximately eight to thirteen weeks.
Train and place participants into jobs in Quantum, Fusion, and/or adjacent occupations within the Quantum or Fusion supply chains that do not require a four-year degree. Provide career education, exploration, and introductory technical education at the High School and Community College levels. Offer guidance and support to students seeking to enter a four-year degree program focused on Quantum, Fusion, or a related field.
Conduct outreach, recruitment, and supportive services for jobseekers facing barriers to employment. The CWDB will consider applications for both participant serving (Innovation Impact), and non-participant serving projects (Planning and Development). Applicants may request up to $1.
5 million in grant funding and must contribute matching and/or leveraged funds from non-CWDB sources at a 1:1 rate.
The following organizations are eligible to apply: Community-based organizations Local workforce development boards Adult education providers All applications must include at least one employer partner and a partner from at least one—preferably each—of the institutions below: California State University University of California or California-based National Laboratory or Research Facility Applicants are required to substantiate required partnerships in the Accelerator 14 application by uploading supporting documentation.
The CWDB hosted a virtual application webinar July 21, 2026, to provide an overview of the Accelerator 14 grant program. The webinar was recorded and posted on CWDB’s YouTube channel for your viewing. The CWDB will host a virtual office hours session August 12, at 10:30 a.
m. PDT for prospective applicants to assist with technical issues related to the online application and to answer questions about the application process. Application Opens July 15, 2026 Application Kick Off Webinar July 21, 2026 @ 1:00 p.
m. PDT Virtual Office Hours August 12, 2026 @ 10:30 a. m.
PDT Application Deadline August 27, 2026 @ 5:00 p. m. PDT Award Announcement Fall 2026 Agreement Processing 1-3 months Program Start Date January 1, 2027 Grant Term January 1, 2027-March 31, 2029 All dates provided are estimates and may be subject to change.
We encourage prospective applicants to check this webpage frequently for updates. The Workforce Accelerator Fund 14 is supported by the California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) in coordination with the California Employment Development Department (EDD) with 100% funding from the Department of Labor totaling $3,000,000. Conflict of Interest Code
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Business; Nonprofit; Public Agency. The following organizations are eligible to apply: -K-12 school districts -Community colleges-Public universities -Community-based organizations -Nonprofit organizations -Local workforce development boards -Adult education providers. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Workforce Accelerator Fund 14 are due August 27, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Workforce Accelerator Fund 14 is funded by Workforce Development Board. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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