Tuesday, January 3, 2012

DOL Grants Support Innovative Employment Programs

DOL announced a solicitation for grant applications through the Workforce Innovation Fund. The grants will support innovative employment and training service approaches. "These grants will significantly enhance the capacity of our public workforce system by identifying programs that work, expanding them and sharing best practices," says Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis..
The grants are available for state workforce agencies, local workforce investment boards and institutions eligible to apply for Workforce Innovation Fund Section 166 grants. Those interested in applying can watch an online tutorial that explains the application process.