USDOL Announces Round 6 for the Appalachian, Delta and Northern Border Regions due June 20th.
The US Department of Labor has announced another round of funding that will provide resources to create economic mobility and address inequities for historically marginalized communities of color. With a focus on rural areas and underserved and underrepresented communities, a total of over $49 million in grants for 36 awardees are designed to produce high-quality employment outcomes for workers, “enabling them to remain and thrive in their communities.”
Grant funds will help impacted communities by:
- Developing local and regional workforce solutions
- Aligning with economic development strategies and community partnerships
- Promoting new sustainable job opportunities
- Ensuring long-term economic vitality with a focus on equity and underserved populations.
This round of funding emphasizes three key focus areas: enhancing access to good jobs, prioritizing equity, and sustaining impact. Read more at grants.gov.
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