Job Training Economic Development Program

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is issuing a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Job Training and Economic Development Grant Program. The program aims to address the economic impacts experienced by employers and individuals who are under-employed, unemployed, or underrepresented, by providing career pathway opportunities and support services. The program will provide funding for training programs that serve eligible adults or youth, with a focus on targeted industries such as transportation, advanced manufacturing, and clean energy production. The program will also provide support services, including career planning, job readiness training, and adult education and literacy activities. • The program will provide funding for training programs that serve eligible adults or youth. • The program will focus on targeted industries such as transportation, advanced manufacturing, and clean energy production. • The program will provide support services, including career planning, job readiness training, and adult education and literacy activities. • The program will provide funding for barrier reduction services to support participant completion of training and retention in employment. • The program will require applicants to demonstrate partnerships with employers and educational entities to create local or regional strategies.