Self Sufficiency Fund - Program Overview

• Training must lead to an acceptable industry-recognized certificate or credential
• Training must be provided within the Governor’s six targeted industry clusters: Advanced Technologies and Manufacturing, Aerospace and Defense, Biotechnology and Life Science, Information and Computer Technology, Petroleum Refining and Chemical Products and Energy
• Training must focus on core, ancillary or support occupations that establishes a career path toward higher-level occupations
• Applicants may receive up to $500,000 for projects
• Target cost is $2100 per trainee
• Funding may include tuition, training materials, certification fees, books and consumable supplies
• Typical contract training period is up to 12 months
• Letters of support from local businesses are required to indicate job-skills training offered in the project
• Job placement for participants may be with any employer
• Strong collaboration with the Workforce Development Boards and Workforce Solutions Offices to assist with identifying eligible participants

TWC’s Office of Employer Initiative Outreach & Project Development Team provides assistance with the Self-Sufficiency Fund projects by:

• Assistance with the development of a quality proposal
• Conduct preliminary reviews of draft proposals prior to submission
• Provide technical assistance and guidance throughout the application process