HB21-1264 Upskilling, Reskilling, and Next-skilling Workers Grant

Deadline: 9/3/2021

Amount: $100,000–$500,000

Website: https://cwdc.colorado.gov/hb21-1264

Description:

The CWDC is excited to announce a total of $2.25 million in grant funding via HB21-1264 that is now available to eligible entities through a competitive application process. HB21-1264 created stimulus investments to facilitate training for unemployed and underemployed workers in Colorado during times of substantial unemployment. This round of grant funding is intended to support up to 1,200 individuals to earn an industry-recognized credential during the grant period. The following entities that have a partnership with local workforce centers are eligible to apply for these grant funds:

  1. Community-based nonprofit organizations
  2. Sector partnerships
  3. Local governments
  4. Institutions of higher education

Eligible applicants:

  1. Community-based nonprofit organizations
  2. Sector partnerships
  3. Local governments
  4. Institutions of higher education