Job Training Incentive Program Grant

Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)

The Job Training Incentive Program, operated by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), offers grants to businesses in Greater Minnesota for workforce training. Eligible companies can receive up to $200,000 to train new employees, provided they create at least three jobs that pay above federal poverty guidelines. This initiative aims to enhance economic growth and improve job quality in the region.

NOTE: Applications may be submitted any time and will be considered on a first-come, first-serve basis contingent on DEED’s receipt of a complete application including all required information.
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is committed to empowering the growth of the Minnesota economy for everyone. DEED facilitates an economic environment to produce jobs and improve the quality of the state’s workforce.
This program provides grants to new or expanding businesses located in Greater Minnesota for the purposes of training workers as quickly and efficiently as possible.
The Minnesota Job Skills Partnership (MJSP) Board is soliciting applications for grant funding for new and incumbent worker training programs. MJSP will accept applications for the Partnership and Pathways Programs.
Grants of up to $200,000 are awarded to eligible businesses to provide training for new jobs. Eligible applicants include businesses located outside of the seven county metropolitan area or located in the cities of Cannon Falls, Hanover, Rockford, Northfield and New Prague that are adding at least three new jobs. The new jobs must pay wages at least equal to 120% of federal poverty guidelines for a family of four. For 2026, this is $39,600 per year. The new jobs must also provide at least 32 hours of work per week for a minimum of nine months per year. Businesses are required to match the grant on a .5:1 basis.