Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) Additional Funding Allotments for Fiscal Year 2025
ID: 358553Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Employment and Training Administration (DOL-ETA)

Award Range

$8K - $538K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Employment, Labor and Training

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Mandatory

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358553
Timeline
    Description

    The Employment and Training Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor is offering additional funding allotments for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) for Fiscal Year 2025, aimed at supporting State Workforce Development Agencies (SWAs) in administering the WOTC program. Grantees are required to submit applications within 30 days, detailing their funding requests based on a specified allotment schedule, with the total program funding amounting to $4,253,398. This initiative is critical for enhancing employment opportunities for targeted job seekers and assisting employers in hiring qualified applicants, with an expected 53 awards to be made. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Charlene Wright at wright.charlene@dol.gov, and applications must be submitted electronically by April 11, 2025, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

    Point(s) of Contact
    wright.charlene@dol.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    TEGL.pdf
    The Employment and Training Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor issued a guidance letter (TEGL No. 08-24, Change 1) detailing additional funding allotments for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) for Fiscal Year 2025. The funding of $4,253,398 is aimed at supporting state workforce agencies (SWAs) in administering the WOTC program as per requirements established by the American Relief Act of 2025. Grantees must submit applications within 30 days, detailing their request amounts as specified in the attached allotment schedule. The document outlines the funding methodology, emphasizing a formula based on prior fiscal year allotments, certifications, and labor force data. SWAs are directed to expedite the processing of employer certifications for tax credits, enhancing employment opportunities for targeted job seekers and assisting employers in hiring qualified applicants. Additionally, ongoing grant administration requirements, including quarterly financial and performance reporting, are highlighted to ensure proper management of allocated funds. Overall, this guideline serves as a critical tool for SWAs to efficiently utilize federal resources and meet legislative mandates while addressing employment challenges.
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