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Program Overview
Help provide Watershed residents with the skills, training, and expertise they need to land a great job in our community!
The CWC Workforce Development Program (WFD) now provides grant funding to qualified organizations that offer training, education, and support services.
The goal is simple: to build a stronger, more skilled local workforce that supports the economy and protects the environment of the WOH Watershed.
What is the Program For?
The CWC is looking for innovative projects that help residents gain the knowledge and skills needed for in-demand careers in and around the WOH Watershed.
Fundable projects can help with things like:
| Training & Skills | Career Support | Breaking Down Barriers |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-on experience through paid internships and apprenticeships. | Reconnecting individuals who are neither in school nor working with career opportunities. | Improving access to broadband and technology for digital literacy. |
| Training for high-demand jobs in the local economy. | Professional licenses and certifications courses. | Enabling Services like childcare, transportation, and housing assistance. |
| Training for Watershed Protection and partnership programs jobs. | Support for individuals with disabilities. | Preparing youth (ages 13-30) for the future of work. |
Who Can Apply for Funding?
The CWC Competitive Grant Program is open to qualified institutions that propose eligible projects.
To apply for a grant, you must be one of the following, or partner with one of these institutions:
• Schools & Educational Institutions: Public, private, or charter schools (K-12), colleges, universities, vocational, or trade schools.
• Non-Profit Corporations.
• Public Entities: Municipalities, towns, counties, villages, and special-purpose districts, like library or water districts.
• Private Incorporated Employers.
NOTE: The grants are awarded to organizations that provide training and services – not directly to individuals.
Ineligible Funding Requests:
Please note that WFD Program grants cannot be used to pay for:
• Individual scholarships or tuition costs for degrees.
• The purchase of real property.
• Equipment or machinery costing over $50,000 in program funds.
• Construction of permanent buildings or structures.
Review the full Workforce Development Program Rules here.
Questions? Click here to send an email to the WFD Program Manager
Applying for a Grant
Two competitive grant cycles each program year
| Cycle | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Cycle 1 | 3pm on the First Friday of February |
| Cycle 2 | 3pm on the First Friday of June |
Next Steps
Ready to empower the WOH Watershed workforce?
1. Review the full Program Rules and Guidelines.
2. Review the Application Checklist and Guidelines.
3. Contact CWC with any questions or to discuss your proposed project.
4. Download and complete the official Application Form and Budget Sheet.
5. Submit your complete application, detailed budget, and supporting documents by the deadline.