National Dislocated Worker Grant - Roseburg Forest Products Closure Support

National Dislocated Worker Grant - Roseburg Forest Products Closure Support

Funder: U.S. Department of Labor

Announcement Date: March 11, 2026 (announced March 10, 2026)

Geographic Scope: Douglas County, Oregon (Dillard, Oregon facility closure)

Status: Awarded (active)

Program Overview

The U.S. Department of Labor awarded $224,994 to Oregon (via SOWIB) through a National Dislocated Worker Grant to support workers affected by the closure of the Roseburg Forest Products facility in Dillard, Oregon. Funding helps affected workers access transition services and training opportunities.

Target Population

• Workers affected by Roseburg Forest Products facility closure in Dillard
• Dislocated workers in Douglas County

Services Provided

SOWIB and partners connect impacted workers with:
• Career and employment support
• Skills training and retraining opportunities
• Resources to help individuals move into new careers
• Employment services
• Transition assistance

Program Goals

• Help workers transition into new career opportunities
• Support workforce adaptation to facility closure
• Strengthen regional economic resilience
• Connect workers with available support and resources

Access & Contact

Workers and affected individuals can:
• Reach out to local WorkSource Oregon center
• Connect with SOWIB for assistance
• Learn more at: https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/eta/eta20260310

Organization Info

• Administered by SOWIB in collaboration with partners
• SOWIB is funded through U.S. Department of Labor and Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission's Office of Workforce Investments
• SOWIB is an equal opportunity employer/program committed to inclusive services