Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Growing Capacity in Workforce Development Service Delivery

This funding opportunity aims to support nonprofit organizations in Washington County that provide workforce development services, focusing on enhancing existing programs or creating new initiatives to benefit the local community. The primary objective is to bolster economic resilience within a diverse population, with particular emphasis on communities disproportionately affected by the economic hardships caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. These include Black, Indigenous, Latina/o/x, immigrant, and refugee populations, among others. The grants are intended to strengthen the capacity of service providers to deliver effective workforce development programs that address these disparities and promote economic recovery. The solicitation, titled "Growing Capacity in Workforce Development Service Delivery," was issued by the Oregon Community Action Organization (CAO) and is open to organizations classified under the Service-Learning and Education Development (SLED) category. Funding ranges from $500,000 to $2,000,000, with applications due by August 7, 2024. The contract aims to support projects that can significantly expand or improve workforce services, ultimately fostering greater economic stability and opportunity within Washington County. Interested applicants can contact Suzi Fulcher via email or phone for further information and access the project details through the provided online portal.