Solano Workforce Stability Grant Program - Anheuser-Busch Closure

Solano Workforce Stability Grant Program - Anheuser-Busch Closure

Overview: The Workforce Development Board of Solano County is offering grant funding to support small businesses impacted by the closure of Anheuser-Busch in Fairfield.

Purpose: Funding is intended to support business stabilization and layoff aversion by helping businesses adapt operations and retain employees.

Geographic Scope: Solano County, CA, specifically businesses impacted by Anheuser-Busch closure in Fairfield

Award Amount: Up to $10,000

Funding Source: Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Dislocated Worker Program, using Rapid Response Additional Assistance funds, administered by the California Employment Development Department (EDD)

Eligibility

• Small businesses impacted by the Anheuser-Busch closure in Fairfield
• Valid business license required
• Completed IRS Form W-9 required

Additional Support

In addition to grant funding, impacted businesses may access no-cost business advising through the Solano-Napa Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Support may include:
• Business continuity planning
• Operational pivots
• Financial strategy
• Marketing
• Workforce challenges
• Long-term stabilization

Businesses are not required to receive grant funding to access these services.

Important Notes

• Funding is limited, and submission of an application does not guarantee an award
• Applications will only be accepted through the online application portal
• A valid business license and completed IRS Form W-9 are required
• The application portal will no longer be accessible after the deadline
• Late submissions will not be accepted

Contact

Email: opportunities@solanowdb.org

Phone: 707-863-3500

Career Centers:

500 Chadbourne Road, Suite A, Fairfield, CA 94534

1440 Marin Street, Vallejo, CA 94590

Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

Events

Informational sessions held via Zoom:
• April 14, 2026 @ 3:30pm PT
• April 21, 2026 @ 3:30pm PT