April 1, 2026

By Lane Kimble

Onboarding and training skilled workers takes time and money. The state of Wisconsin aims to help employers with the latter, offering nearly $1 million in grants this spring.

The Department of Workforce Development is now accepting applications for its 2026 Wisconsin Fast Forward grants. Companies can receive at least $5,000 (and up to $400,000 for consortium applicants) to reimburse them for training unemployed, underemployed and existing workers.

Recipients must provide a cash or in-kind contribution worth 50% of the amount awarded.

Private organizations across all industries, public agencies, consortiums, and Tribal governments are all encouraged to apply.

Click HERE for more information. The deadline is Monday, May 4, 2026 at 3 p.m.

Winners will be announced in June.