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Workforce Solutions Program
Chicago's Workforce Solutions Program funds workforce training and placement projects tied to priority industries and communities.
About this program
The Workforce Solutions Program provides City grant support for employer-informed workforce training, placement, and career pathway projects that connect Chicago residents to quality jobs. Funding is available through workforce-focused categories, including TIF-funded projects and bond-funded quarterly application rounds, with emphasis on industry partnerships and measurable employment outcomes.
Eligibility
Workforce organizations, nonprofit providers, educational institutions, industry partnerships, and employers delivering eligible Chicago workforce training or placement projects may apply.
Requirements
- Program must serve Chicago residents or workers and align with City workforce priorities.
- Applicant must provide a training or placement plan, budget, partner roles, and outcome targets.
- Employer or industry partnership documentation may be required.