Idaho Workforce Development Council (IWDC) Industry Sector Grant
From Idaho Workforce Development Council
The Workforce Development Council focuses on enhancing the economic mobility of individuals in Idaho through workforce training, promoting innovation in talent development, and supporting the growth of the economy. The council is committed to providing a return on investment to Idahoans by increasing wages, job creation, capital investment, retention of Idaho’s workforce, credential attainment, and customer satisfaction. It aims to develop strategies that serve multiple employers, encourage best practices in talent pipeline development, and support the integration of technology in businesses.
Type of Support
Overview
Industry Sector Grants aim to engage employers in creating new training solutions to address Idaho’s workforce challenges and fill skill gaps. The program operates on a non-competitive, first-come, first-served basis, emphasizing:
Elevating the economic mobility of Idahoans via training that leads to better wages and job retention.
Providing timely aid to businesses with a shift towards developing broader talent pipeline strategies that benefit multiple employers.
Encouraging the economic growth by aiding employers in job creation and technology integration, specifically through skill development in their workers.
Ensuring a return on investment for Idaho through increased wages, job creation, capital investment, workforce retention, credential attainment, and customer satisfaction.
Promoting innovation and replicating best practices in talent development.
Eligibility
Organization's Location
USA
Program Location
ID
Organization Type
A consortium of at least three industry partners
Industry partners
Non-profit or community-based organizations
Public training providers
Private training providers
Other
Must meet current WDTF business requirements for employer grants
Authorized to conduct business in Idaho
In good standing with the Idaho Secretary of State and/or State Board of Education
Training must provide transferrable skills gains
Training aims for wage gains and/or promotional opportunities for incumbents
Training methods may include classroom delivery, online, or work-based learning
Soft-skill training included if embedded within the training
Eligible grant uses: Personnel costs, tuition/fees/books/materials, industry mentor/on-the-job trainer costs, training facility costs, equipment and supplies, reasonable travel costs, outreach/marketing efforts, cost of assessments for credentials
Administrative costs capped at 10% of the WDTF grant award
Ineligibility
Organizations focused on soft-skill training alone
Organizations where administrative costs exceed 10% of the WDTF grant award.