2022 FWE Grant Application

The Fund for Workforce Equity awarded $1,000,000 through its 2022 Application Cycle to organizations working to implement initiatives that center workers and learners of color in designing or implementing workforce policies and programs. This opportunity closed on July 31, 2022.

2022 Evaluation RFP

The Fund for Workforce Equity invited proposals from researchers interested in conducting an evaluation of the Fund for Workforce Equity’s first grantmaking cycle. This opportunity closed on August 26, 2022.

Workforce Grantmaking in Native Nations and Communities RFP

Workforce Grantmaking in Native Nations and Communities (WGNNC) is an initiative of Workforce Matters, advised by Native leaders and funders to: (1) strengthen workforce-focused organizations, programs, and initiatives led by and for Native Nations and communities (collectively referred to as Indian Country); and (2) shift/influence thinking and behaviors of partners (funders, federal and state policymakers and agencies, and researchers) so they can effectively support Indian Country.

This inaugural Request for Proposals (RFP) was released to Native-led workforce development entities seeking philanthropic support to establish, strengthen, or grow self-determined programs, projects, and initiatives designed to meet the distinct workforce development needs of Native Nations, and Native workers and learners. This opportunity closed in January 2024, and awards were made in May 2024.