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Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC) program is sponsored by Delta Regional Authority (DRA) and U.S. Department of Labor. The WORC program, in partnership with the U. S.
Department of Labor, provides training and support to dislocated, new, and incumbent workers in rural areas within the Delta Regional Authority's service region.
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Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities - Delta Regional Authority Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC) Round 7 Funding Opportunity Number: FOA-ETA-26-23 Application Deadline: July 23, 2026 Award Amount: Approximately $2 million–$8 million Period of Performance: 36 months The Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC) initiative is a partnership between the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration (ETA) the Delta Regional Authority (DRA), the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), and the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC).
The initiative supports industry-driven workforce development strategies that address the workforce needs of employers in high-growth and emerging industries while expanding access to quality employment opportunities for workers in rural communities. Since 2021, organizations serving communities across the DRA region have been awarded 54 WORC grants totaling more than $72.
5 million to strengthen workforce development systems, build regional partnerships, and expand career pathways that support long-term economic growth and resilience. For additional information about the WORC initiative, visit the Employment and Training Administration’s WORC webpage . WORC Round 7 Funding Now Available: The U.S. Department of Labor is currently accepting applications for WORC Round 7.
Eligible applicants may apply for grants ranging from $2 million to $8 million to implement regional workforce solutions that meet the needs of employers and workers throughout eligible rural communities. Applications are due July 23, 2026. Funding Opportunity Announcement Potential Applicant Webcast
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible entities within the DRA region (Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee) working on workforce development. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC) program is funded by Delta Regional Authority (DRA) and U.S. Department of Labor. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in 8 states, including Mississippi, Louisiana, Tennessee, Arkansas, and Illinois. Check the official notice for the full list.
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