Local Workforce Development Boards, Educational Institutions, and Non-Profit Entities, including Professional Associations, are eligible to apply for these opportunities. Educational institutions and non-profit entities must demonstrate and discuss partnership with one or more local workforce boards for a successful application. If you need help identifying or contacting a local workforce development board, please find an interactive map here.
Employer partnerships are encouraged, but not required. Each partner must contribute a letter of commitment with this application describing the intended collaboration. In addition, a funding match of 50% of grant award request is required. WIOA Title I funds may not be used to satisfy the match requirement.
For both opportunities, the application deadline is 5 pm ET, April 25, 2025. The award date is June 6, 2025, with a 12-month period of performance from June 27, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Q&A sessions will be hosted for interested parties on Tuesday, April 8, from 2-3 pm and Friday, April 22, from 2-3 pm. To sign up, please email subawardinquiries@virginiaworks.gov.
Investing in Workforce Development Innovation for the Future of the Commonwealth: Funds programs or initiatives designed to (1) increase Registered Apprenticeship enrollment, (2) increase job placements in high-demand occupations, (3) enhance the efficiency of American Job Center service delivery via operational improvements, or (4) cultivate digital skills for job seekers in the Commonwealth.
Employer partnerships are encouraged, but not required. Each partner must contribute a letter of commitment with this application describing the intended collaboration. In addition, a funding match of 50% of grant award request is required. WIOA Title I funds may not be used to satisfy the match requirement.
For both opportunities, the application deadline is 5 pm ET, April 25, 2025. The award date is June 6, 2025, with a 12-month period of performance from June 27, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Q&A sessions will be hosted for interested parties on Tuesday, April 8, from 2-3 pm and Friday, April 22, from 2-3 pm. To sign up, please email subawardinquiries@virginiaworks.gov.
Investing in Workforce Development Innovation for the Future of the Commonwealth: Funds programs or initiatives designed to (1) increase Registered Apprenticeship enrollment, (2) increase job placements in high-demand occupations, (3) enhance the efficiency of American Job Center service delivery via operational improvements, or (4) cultivate digital skills for job seekers in the Commonwealth.
- Funds Awarded: $900,000 total, with up to $150,000 per applicant.
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Expected Outcomes & Metrics: Please see the attached Request for Proposals document for details. Of note, activities and progress toward the proposal’s stated goals and expenditure of funds will be evaluated on a monthly basis, with a six-month performance and progress review.
Facilitating Career Pivots into High-Demand Occupations: Funds programs or initiatives providing job placement activities such as, but not limited to upskilling, reskilling, innovative career transitions, coaching activities, and interactive learning & hiring events that support individuals in transferring existing skills across industries to other high-demand occupations. Target populations may include, but are not limited to, dislocated Federal talent. - Funds Awarded: $900,000 total, with up to $150,000 per applicant.
- Expected Outcomes & Metrics: Please see the attached Request for Proposals document for details. Of note, activities and progress toward the proposal’s stated goals and expenditure of funds will be evaluated on a monthly basis, with a six-month performance and progress review.