The WORC Round 7 grant is designed to help improve job opportunities in rural areas of the Appalachian, Delta, and Northern Border regions. It aims to support workforce development in industries that are growing quickly or are expected to grow soon.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations in the Appalachian, Delta, and Northern Border regions that want to help boost employment in high-growth industries. Eligible applicants include schools, governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofits.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not located in the Appalachian, Delta, or Northern Border regions
- Application submitted after the deadline
- Incomplete application
- Requesting funds outside the $2,000,000 - $8,000,000 range
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., organizational status)
- Partnership agreements (if applicable)
- Past performance documentation (if applicable)
- Registration on Grants.gov
Cautions
- Ensure your project aligns with regional workforce needs
- Check that your organization is eligible
- Be aware of the funding range and total program funding limits
- Follow all application instructions carefully
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include independent school districts, state governments, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, private institutions of higher education, public and state institutions of higher education, county governments, city or township governments, nonprofits with and without 501(c)(3) status, other Native American tribal organizations, and organizations with unrestricted eligibility. These entities must be located in the Appalachian, Delta, or Northern Border regions.
Overview
This grant is for organizations in the Appalachian, Delta, and Northern Border regions that want to help boost employment in high-growth industries. Eligible applicants include schools, governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofits.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not located in the Appalachian, Delta, or Northern Border regions
- Application submitted after the deadline
- Incomplete application
- Requesting funds outside the $2,000,000 - $8,000,000 range
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement workforce training programs that meet the needs of employers in high-growth industries within the specified regions.
Total Program Funding
$49,200,000
Expected Awards
15
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 10, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 23, 2026(40 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility based on location and organization type
- Register on Grants.gov
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Create a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather proof of eligibility and organizational status
- Submit application by July 23, 2026