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General Program - Bridge Grant (ESOL)

COMMONWEALTH CORPORATION FOUNDATION

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Overview

General Program - Bridge Grant (ESOL)

Funder: Commonwealth Corporation Foundation (MA, US)

Geographic Scope: Massachusetts

Focus Areas: English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) training

Program Description:
The General Program ESOL Bridge Grant is designed to provide ESOL training to employers during the waiting period between General Program grants. This program addresses the gap when businesses need continued ESOL support but must wait for subsequent General Program grant eligibility.

Key Details:

  • Purpose: Continue ESOL training through 1-year waiting period between General Program grants

  • Eligibility: Employers with active or completed General Program grants

  • Program Type: Special purpose grant (limited circumstances)

  • Availability: Limited circumstances only; may not be relevant to most Massachusetts employers
  • What They Fund:

  • ESOL training during waiting periods between General Program grants
  • What They Don't Fund:

  • This grant is only for bridging periods between General Program grants

  • Available in limited circumstances only
  • Background:
    Part of Commonwealth Corporation's Special Purpose Grants offerings, designed to ensure continuity in ESOL training for businesses participating in the Workforce Training Fund Program.

    Contact: WTFP Support via Freshdesk

    How to Apply

    How to Apply for General Program - Bridge Grant (ESOL)

    Application Process:
    Specific application process not detailed in provided materials.

    Availability:
    These grants are available in limited circumstances only and may not be relevant to most Massachusetts employers.

    Required Information:
    Applicants should contact Commonwealth Corporation directly to determine:

  • Eligibility based on timing of previous General Program grant

  • Availability in current funding cycle

  • Application requirements and process
  • Support Resources:

  • Contact WTFP Support via Freshdesk

  • Consult with Commonwealth Corporation staff about your specific situation
  • Note: Limited details available in source materials; direct contact with funder recommended for full information.

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    workforce-development

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