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Rural Economic Development

RESOURCES AND GRANTS FOR RURAL COMMUNITIES

Whether you’re an individual, a business or a community organization, you can use the directory below to search a vast library of resources, tools and services. The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), its economic development partners and other organizations around the state offer a range of resources on all aspects of economic well-being, from childcare and education to businesses and housing. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Reach out to us directly, we want to help.

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Read more about Job Training Programs

Program

Job Training Programs

Workforce

The federal government offers training programs for adults, dislocated workers, and youth who are eligible under the Workforce Innovation and ...Read more
Read more about Workforce Development Boards

Program

Workforce Development Boards

Business, Workforce

Local Workforce Development Boards (WDBs) serve as strategic conveners to promote and broker effective relationships between the businesses and the ...Read more
Read more about Services for Dislocated Workers

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Services for Dislocated Workers

Business, Workforce

If you are a worker who has been laid off or notified that they will be laid off, the Wisconsin ...Read more
Read more about Job Services for Veterans

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Job Services for Veterans

Business, Veterans, Workforce

The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development works with both veterans and employers to assist veterans in reaching their career goals
Read more about Apprenticeship Programs

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Apprenticeship Programs

Business, Education & Schools, Workforce

Apprenticeship is an industry-driven training model that combines on-the-job learning with job-related instruction.
Read more about Local Job Centers

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Local Job Centers

Business, Workforce

Local Job Centers provide labor exchange services to both business and job seekers.
Read more about Vocational Rehabilitation

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Vocational Rehabilitation

Business, Workforce

Vocational Rehabilitation is a federal and state program designed to help people with disabilities obtain, maintain, and advance employment.
Read more about Worker’s Compensation

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Worker’s Compensation

Business, Health & Mental Health, Workforce

The Wisconsin Worker's Compensation Act provides for payment of reasonable medical expenses and compensation for lost wages resulting from work-related ...Read more
Read more about Unemployment Insurance

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Unemployment Insurance

Business, Workforce

Unemployment Insurance is a program designed to provide temporary income to eligible workers who lost their job or are working ...Read more
Read more about Family and Medical Leave

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Family and Medical Leave

Business, Health & Mental Health, Workforce

Family and medical leave is a benefit available to certain employees. The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's Equal Rights Division ...Read more
Read more about Labor Standards

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Labor Standards

Business, Workforce

The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's Equal Rights Division enforces laws about minimum wage, overtime pay, timely payment of wages, ...Read more
Read more about Job Center of Wisconsin

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Job Center of Wisconsin

Business, Workforce

The Job Center of Wisconsin (JCW) is a free online portal that connects job seekers with employment opportunities throughout Wisconsin. ...Read more
Read more about Civil Rights

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Civil Rights

Business, Workforce

The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's Equal Rights Division administers laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations.
Read more about Accessible Child Care Affects Everyone- Not Just Parent and Caregivers

News

Accessible Child Care Affects Everyone- Not Just Parent and Caregivers

Child Care

One out of three Adams County residents are 65 years old and older (U.S. Census Bureau, 2020). “Adams County is ...Read more
Read more about Tribal Solar Gap Funding Application

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Tribal Solar Gap Funding Application

Energy, Native Peoples, Sustainability

The Tribal Solar Gap Funding Grant supports solar projects of any type that require a tribal cost-share or are leveraging ...Read more
Read more about Tribal Energy Plan Grant

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Tribal Energy Plan Grant

Energy, Native Peoples, Sustainability

The development of Tribal Energy Plans are intended to help tribal communities quickly and efficiently triage the known practical and ...Read more
Read more about SolarCorps Fellowship Program

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SolarCorps Fellowship Program

Energy, Sustainability

The national SolarCorps Fellowship Program is an opportunity for highly motivated and enthusiastic people to join GRID Alternatives for an ...Read more
Read more about Tribal Program

Program

Tribal Program

Energy, Native Peoples, Sustainability

GRID Alternatives helps tribal communities achieve their clean energy goals while providing financial savings and job training opportunities to improve ...Read more
Read more about GRID Alternatives

Support Organization

GRID Alternatives

Energy, Sustainability

At GRID Alternatives, we believe that a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy needs to benefit ...Read more
Read more about Local Community Navigators

Program

Local Community Navigators

Business, Start-Up & Entrepreneur

Local community navigators can help you identify business resources and assist with other business needs.