Workforce Training Fund Program
The Workforce Training Fund Program funds Massachusetts employers to train and upskill employees through grants supporting ESOL, DEI, climate change, and general workforce development.
Funder: Commonwealth Corporation
Due Dates: Rolling (all programs, including Technical Assistance Grant)
Funding Amounts: General Program: up to $200,000 | Express Program: up to $3,000/person/course | Technical Assistance: $10,000–$50,000 (1-year term)
Summary: Supports Massachusetts businesses and workforce organizations to train and upskill employees through several tailored grant programs.
Key Information: Expanded access and increased funding effective April 1, 2026; new higher caps and flexibility for applicants.
Description
The Workforce Training Fund Program (WTFP), managed by Commonwealth Corporation, is a comprehensive workforce development initiative aimed at boosting the productivity and competitiveness of Massachusetts businesses by funding employee training. The program offers several grant types to meet diverse employer needs:
- Express Program: Rapid-response, bite-sized grants for just-in-time training.
- General Program: Larger-scale, strategic training projects for upskilling or reskilling employees.
- General Program Bridge Grant: Supports ongoing ESOL training between General Program cycles.
- Technical Assistance Grant: Limited grants for organizations with expertise in workforce training, focusing on ESOL, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), and Climate Change.
These grants help businesses of all sizes invest in their workforce, supporting both immediate and long-term organizational goals.
