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Workforce Opportunities for Rural Communities (WORC) Round 7: A Grant Initiative for the Appalachia, Delta and Northern Border Regions is sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Employment and Training Administration (ETA). This initiative addresses critical workforce needs in high-growth and emerging industries across the Appalachian, Delta, and Northern Border regions.
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Opportunity Listing - Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC) Round 7: A Grant Initiative for the Appalachian, Delta, and Northern Border Regions Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC) Round 7: A Grant Initiative for the Appalachian, Delta, and Northern Border Regions Agency: Employment and Training Administration Assistance Listings: 17.
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gov The Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC) Initiative Round 7 is a partnership between the Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration (ETA) and three regional commissions–the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), the Delta Regional Authority (DRA), and the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC).
WORC 7 will address the critical workforce needs of employers in high-growth and emerging industries across the Appalachian, Delta, and Northern Border regions (WORC regions). Questions regarding this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) may be emailed to worc7_foa-eta-26-23@dol. gov....
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City or township governments Federally recognized Native American tribal governments Independent school districts Private institutions of higher education Public and state institutions of higher education Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3) Other Native American tribal organizations Nonprofits non-higher education without 501(c)(3) The only organizations included in "Others" referenced above are State and Local Workforce Development Boards, Industry and Employer Associations, Labor-Management Organizations, Indian/Native American tribal governments (other than Federally recognized), and Indian/Native American tribal organizations (Federally recognized).
See the Funding Opportunity for specific information on eligibility. Faith-based organizations are encouraged to apply, as are all organizations. Those that meet the eligibility requirements may receive awards under this funding opportunity.
DOL will not, in the selection of recipients and administration of the grant, discriminate on the basis of an organization's religious character, affiliation, exercise, or lack thereof, or on the basis of conduct that would not be considered grounds to favor or disfavor a similarly situated secular organization. Grantor contact information worc7_foa-eta-26-23@dol. gov worc7_foa-eta-26-23@dol.
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pdf Jun 10, 2026 02:42 PM UTC WORC7_FAQ_v. 6-12-26. pdf WORC7 FAQ v.
6-12-26. pdf Jun 12, 2026 04:47 PM UTC Link to additional information Applications must be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time. Funding opportunity number : Cost sharing or matching requirement : Funding instrument type : Opportunity Category Explanation : Category of Funding Activity : Employment labor and training Your account requires additional identity verification.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible regional workforce/economic-development applicants in the specified regions. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Workforce Opportunities for Rural Communities (WORC) Round 7: A Grant Initiative for the Appalachia, Delta and Northern Border Regions is funded by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Employment and Training Administration (ETA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Workforce Opportunities for Rural Communities (WORC) Initiative is sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Employment and Training Administration (ETA). The WORC Initiative provides grant funds to enable impacted communities in the Appalachian, Delta, and Northern Border regions to develop local and regional workforce development solutions aligned with existing economic development strategies and community partnerships to promot…
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
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