The Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Development Board (WFWDB) is requesting proposals from qualified and eligible organizations to provide WF-BEP initiatives.
Donor Name: Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Development Board
State: Pennsylvania
County: Fayette County (PA), Westmoreland County (PA)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 08/22/2025
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year
Details:
The Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Development Board (WFWDB) is the entity designated by the Commissioners of Westmoreland County and Fayette County to provide staff support and act as the administrative and fiscal agent for the operation of workforce development activities within the Westmoreland-Fayette County area.
The WFWDB is a business, education, and community board empowered to lead workforce development initiatives in Fayette and Westmoreland counties. It is the mission of the WFWDB to serve as the local entity responsible for the strategic planning and promotion of an effective workforce development system that responds to the regional labor market needs. As a leading change agent for workforce development, the WFWDB leads development activities by:
- Developing and maintaining an organization that promotes the advancement of effective education and training for family-sustaining jobs for the people of Fayette and Westmoreland counties.
- Responding to the needs of the community by building and enhancing the career development and workforce training system.
- Identifying and addressing gaps in the workforce resources it serves.
- Building relationships with employers, educators, economic development partners, and elected officials to facilitate a cooperative effort to meet the needs of the area.
The WFWDB is seeking proposals that utilize creative and innovative program designs to align business and education that provides youth with opportunities to explore available career pathways. The WFWDB is seeking proposals that specifically support Goal 2: Expand “Work and Learn” Opportunities and its corresponding activities.
Funding Information
An estimated $20,000 is available for award under this RFP, all of which is allocated to Goal 2: Work and Learn activities. The WFWDB anticipates issuing multiple awards under Goal 2, with a maximum individual award amount of $10,000.
Project Period
Services funded through this RFP will commence on October 1, 2025, and conclude on June 30, 2026, subject to the appropriation and availability of funds.
Eligibility Criteria
- Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, private-for-profit organizations, local education agencies (school districts, higher education, career and technical centers, intermediate units, etc.), community-based organizations, labor organizations, and economic/workforce development organizations.
- Applicants must be capable of bringing together business, education, workforce, and other partners to achieve the overall project goal. The selected applicant(s) will be accountable to the WFWDB for the overall performance of the program. Additionally, the selected applicant(s) will be required to adhere to all laws and policies of federal, state, and local governments that apply to the funding sources. Eligible applicants must be in good standing with the federal government, must not be debarred, must have proof of insurance, and must have a UEI number.
For more information, visit WFWDB.
