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Workforce Equity Initiative
CSFA Number: 684-01-2213
Agency Name
Illinois Community College Board (684)
Agency Identification
WEI - Workforce Equity
Agency Contact
Jennifer Foster
217-785-0171
jennifer.foster@illinois.gov
Short Description
The purpose of this grant is to create, support, or expand short-term (1 year or less) workforce (credit and/or noncredit) training opportunities in high-need communities focused on specific sectors with identified workforce gaps.
Federal Authorization
N/A
Illinois Statue Authorization
110 ILCS 805/2-16.02
Illinois Administrative Rules Authorization
Public Act 100-0007
Objective
The primary deliverable of this grant is employment after completion of the credential aligned with regional workforce gaps that provides a full-time job paying at least 30% above regional living wage or is of a pathway to a family sustaining wage (See: www.livingwage.mit.edu). The overall goal is to accelerate the time for the targeted population to enter and succeed in postsecondary education/training programs that lead to employment in high skilled, high wage, and in-demand occupations.
Prime Recipient
Yes
UGA Program Terms
N/A
Eligible Applicants
Education Organizations;
Applicant Eligibility
FY21: Application, budget, etc. FY22: Application, budget, etc. FY23: FY22 funded grantees only. Based upon continuation plan, budget, etc.
Beneficiary Eligibility
Institutions of Higher Education
Types of Assistance
Project Grants
Subject / Service Area
Education
Credentials / Documentation
Budget, Application
Preapplication Coordination
FY22 Each grant application package must be submitted to: ICCB.SUBMITRFP@illinois.gov on or before November, 15, 2021 11:59 p.m FY23 Each grant continuation plan must be submitted to: Lori.Batson@illinois.gov on or before October 24, 2022 11:59 p.m
Application Procedures
Application and all Materials will be reviewed by ICCB.
Criteria Selecting Proposals
FY21 & 22: Open to 48 Illinois Community Colleges FY23: Open to FY22-funded grantees only
Award Procedures
Electronic Transfer
Deadlines
FY21 & 22: Deadlines will be stipulated in the NOFO, if applicable, and the grant agreements for applicants that receive an award. FY23: Deadlines will be stipulated in the Continuation Plan and the grant agreements for award recipients.
Range of Approval or Disapproval Time
As applicable
Appeals
Appeals Pursuant to IL Admin Code
Renewals
Yes - contingent upon available appropriation
Formula Matching Requirements
Individual community colleges or consortia of community colleges are eligible to apply. In the case of multi-college districts, colleges may apply individually or as a district. Only one application per institution or consortia will be considered.
Uses and Restrictions
FY21: The total $18,700,000 will provide resources for up to 15 community colleges. The maximum grant award available is $1.7 million. Colleges may apply for less, as appropriate. Consortia of colleges may apply for up to $1.7 million per participating institution. FY22: The total $18,700,000 will provide resources for up to 18 community colleges. The maximum grant award available is $1.2 million. Colleges may apply for less, as appropriate. Consortia of colleges may apply for up to $1.2 million per participating institution. FY22: The total $18,700,000 will provide resources for up to 18 community colleges. The maximum grant award available is $1.2 million. Colleges may apply for less, as appropriate. Consortia of colleges may apply for up to $1.2 million per participating institution.
Reports
Quarterly Expenditure and Performance Reports, others, as applicable
Audits
JCAR Title 44 Illinois Administrative Code 7000.90
Records
All budgets, applications, grant agreements, reports, etc., will be held through the period.
Account Identification
TBD
Obligations
FY21: $18,700,000 FY22: $18,700,000 FY23: $17,736,590.36
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
FY22 Range: $599,539.60-$1,200,000 FY22 Average: $1,038,888 FY23 Range: $350,000-$1,200,000 FY23 Average: $985,366.14
Program Accomplishments
Adhere to the goals of the program
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
http://www2.iccb.org/iccb/grant-opportunities/
Regional or Local Assistance Location
N/A
Headquarters Office
401 East Capitol Ave, Springfield, IL 62701
Program Website
https://www.iccb.org/iccb/workforce-equity-initiative/
Example Projects
FY22 WEI-22-02 Heartland CC
Published Date
Funding By Fiscal Year
FY 2021 : $18,700,000
FY 2022 : $18,700,000
FY 2023 : $18,700,000
Federal Funding
None
Notice of Funding Opportunities
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