Future Ready Oregon Grant
Funding Amount
Up to $6,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Future Ready Oregon Grant
Funder: Southwestern Oregon Workforce Investment Board (SOWIB)
Geographic Scope: Southwestern Oregon Community College service area (Curry, Coos, and Western Douglas counties)
Focus Areas: Career and technical training programs
Award Amount: Up to $6,000 per student toward their education
Total Funding Available: More than $300,000 for 2022-23 academic year
- New and returning adults pursuing qualifying career and technical training
- Enrolled in nearly 60 career pathways at Southwestern
- Programs include: Accounting, Business, Early Childhood Education, Culinary Arts, Computer Science, Fire Science, Forestry, Medical Assisting, Pharmacy Technician, Welding, and more
- Students uncertain whether their program qualifies are encouraged to contact the college
Eligibility
- Funds are not required to be paid back (grant, not loan)
- Funds are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until exhausted
- Funds are disbursed as part of individual financial aid package
- These funds are in addition to any other federal or state grants students receive
- Does not impact other financial aid awards
Key Details
Background
Future Ready Oregon is a comprehensive $200 million investment package supporting education and training for family-wage careers in Oregon. This $300,000 grant was specifically provided to help local students develop workforce skills.- Phone: 541-240-8227
- Email: swoccbound@socc.edu
- Grant Administrator: Philip Metz
Contact Information
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Initial Contact: Students should text "FALL22" or call 541-240-8227, or email swoccbound@socc.edu
2. Meeting: Students meet with the grant administrator
3. Eligibility Determination: Administrator determines if student qualifies
4. Application: Student completes application process
5. Fund Disbursement: Funds are disbursed as part of the individual's financial aid package through the College
- Demonstration of enrollment in a qualifying career and technical training program
- Basic eligibility criteria met (specific criteria not detailed in source materials)
Required Materials
- Fall term classes begin September 12, 2022
- Students encouraged to apply as soon as possible due to first-come, first-served basis and limited funds
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