Missouri Veterans and Job Opportunity Grant Program
Missouri’s Veterans and Job Opportunity Grant incentivizes employers to hire veterans and other targeted groups by reimbursing 25% of the federal WOTC claimed for eligible Missouri employees.
Funder: Missouri Department of Economic Development
Due Dates: January 1, 2026 (Application period opens) | April 30, 2026 (Final submission deadline or until funds are exhausted)
Funding Amounts: Grant equals 25% of the employer’s federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) claimed for Missouri employees; at least 50% of funds reserved for employers hiring qualified veterans; annual allocation, first-come, first-served.
Summary: Provides grants to Missouri employers who hire veterans and other targeted groups, reimbursing a portion of the federal WOTC to incentivize workforce inclusion.
Key Information: Applications are reviewed in timestamp order; funds may run out before the deadline.
Description
The Missouri Veterans and Job Opportunity Grant Program offers financial incentives to Missouri employers who hire individuals from federally recognized targeted groups, with a strong emphasis on qualified veterans facing significant barriers to employment. The grant reimburses employers for 25% of the federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) claimed on their most recent tax return for eligible Missouri employees. At least half of the available annual funds are reserved for employers hiring qualified veterans; unclaimed funds may be used for other targeted groups. The program seeks to promote workforce inclusion and support job opportunities for disadvantaged populations in Missouri.
