Wisconsin Fast Forward Grants
WI Deparment of Workforce Development
About the Grant
The objective of the Wisconsin Fast Forward (WFF) standard grant program is to award funds to businesses from all Wisconsin industry sectors that reimburse the costs of customized occupational training for unemployed, underemployed, and incumbent workers. The customized, business-driven training will qualify workers for full-time employment, higher level employment, or increased wages.
Notes
Note: The 2025 deadline for this grant has passed but this is an annual program. Check back for updates to the 2026 timeline.
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