Workforce Accelerator Fund 14

The California Workforce Development Board (CWDB) is offering up to $3 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s discretionary funds for the Workforce Accelerator Fund 14 (Accelerator 14) grant program. The program aims to develop scalable, replicable career pathway programs focused on the Quantum or Fusion sectors. Eligible applicants include businesses, non-profits, public agencies, K-12 school districts, community colleges, public universities, community-based organizations, and local workforce development boards. The grant requires a 1:1 match of funding. • The grant program will support the development of programs that offer industry-recognized credentials, train and place participants into jobs, provide career education and exploration, and conduct outreach and recruitment. • The grant program will also support non-participant serving projects, such as planning and development. • The grant period is from January 1, 2027, to March 31, 2029. • The total estimated available funding is $3,000,000. • The expected number of awards is dependent on the application period. • The estimated amount per award is also dependent on the application period.