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Workforce Ready Grant is sponsored by Indiana Commission for Higher Education (CHE) / Indiana Department of Workforce Development. The Workforce Ready Grant pays the tuition and mandatory fees for eligible high-value certificate programs at approved providers in Indiana.
While not exclusively for reentry, it can be leveraged by individuals and organizations working on reentry programs to provide job training and pathways to economic stability for formerly incarcerated individuals.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Indiana residents enrolled in qualifying programs at approved providers. Participant eligibility is determined by Indiana rules. Nonprofit organizations can support participants in accessing this grant. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Workforce Ready Grant is funded by Indiana Commission for Higher Education (CHE) / Indiana Department of Workforce Development. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Indiana. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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