Quick Summary
Name: Southwest Washington Workforce Development Council (doing business as Workforce Southwest Washington) Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $8.5 million (PY23, with 92% going to community programs) |
| Grant Range | Not publicly disclosed |
| Average Grant | Not publicly disclosed |
| Application Method | Rolling (first-come, first-served basis) |
Contact Details
- Website: https://workforcesw.org/
- Phone: 360.567.1070
- Address: 805 Broadway St., Suite 412, Vancouver, WA 98660
- Business Services Contacts:
- Manufacturing: Alyssa Joyner, 503.410.0408, ajoyner@workforcesw.org
- Healthcare/Technology/Professional Services: Sean Moore, 360.762.8569, smoore@workforcesw.org
- Construction/Other Industries: Darcy Hoffman, 360.608.4949, dhoffman@workforcesw.org
Geographic Focus
Clark, Cowlitz, and Wahkiakum counties in Southwest Washington State
Funding Priorities
- Incumbent Worker Training Grants: Employee training for existing workers to increase company competitiveness and support career advancement
- On-the-Job Training: Training programs for new hires
- Work Experiences & Internships: Opportunities for job seekers, particularly opportunity youth (ages 16-24)
- Workforce Equity: Prioritizes investments advancing equity for Black, Indigenous, Latine, Asian and other People of Color, historically-excluded communities, immigrants, LGBTQ+, women, veterans, and people with disabilities
- Sector Focus: Manufacturing, healthcare, construction, technology, and professional/scientific/technical services
- Economic Security for All (EcSA) Program: Career development assistance with monthly incentives and matched savings accounts
What They Don't Fund
- Organizations outside their three-county service area (Clark, Cowlitz, and Wahkiakum counties)
- Training that does not lead to career advancement or wage increases for employees
- Companies that do not meet the diversity requirement (at least 20% of employees from historically-excluded communities)
Application Method
Rolling application process on a first-come, first-served basis
Employers interested in training grants should contact the appropriate Business Services team member based on their industry sector. Applications must demonstrate that training will increase company competitiveness and implement career pathways supporting worker retention and advancement. Grant funding is awarded as applications are received until funds are exhausted.
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