Resource Directory

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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  • Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development
  • Business, Education & Schools, Workforce

    Apprenticeship Programs

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    Apprenticeship is an industry-driven training model that combines on-the-job learning with job-related instruction.

  • Business, Workforce

    Civil Rights

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's Equal Rights Division administers laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations.

  • Business, Health & Mental Health, Workforce

    Family and Medical Leave

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    Family and medical leave is a benefit available to certain employees. The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's Equal Rights Division administers Wisconsin's family and medical leave law.

  • Business, Workforce

    Fast Forward-Worker Training Grants

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development offers grants to Wisconsin businesses to train and retain highly skilled workers.

  • Business, Veterans, Workforce

    Hire Heroes Program

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    The Hire Heroes Transitional Jobs Program for Veterans is a public/private partnership that offers local businesses access to subsidized veteran employees with the goal of helping veterans with high barriers gain job skills needed to transition into long-term sustainable employment.

  • Business, Economic Development, Workforce

    Job Center of Wisconsin

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    The Job Center of Wisconsin (JCW) is a free online portal that connects job seekers with employment opportunities throughout Wisconsin. JCW's interactive search options allow users to search job openings by title, employer, keyword, location, apprenticeship opportunity, location, and more. Additionally, users can upload a resume or use the resume builder to create a resume that highlights the job seeker's skills.

  • Business, Veterans, Workforce

    Job Services for Veterans

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development works with both veterans and employers to assist veterans in reaching their career goals

  • Workforce

    Job Training Programs

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    The federal government offers training programs for adults, dislocated workers, and youth who are eligible under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). These programs are facilitated through the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's Division of Employment and Training.

  • Business, Workforce

    Labor Standards

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's Equal Rights Division enforces laws about minimum wage, overtime pay, timely payment of wages, employment of minors, and notification of business closings or mass layoffs.

  • Business, Economic Development, Workforce

    Local Job Centers

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    Local Job Centers provide labor exchange services to both business and job seekers.

  • Business, Workforce

    Services for Dislocated Workers

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    If you are a worker who has been laid off or notified that they will be laid off, the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development offers services that focus on preparing you to find a new job.

  • Business, Workforce

    Unemployment Insurance

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    Unemployment Insurance is a program designed to provide temporary income to eligible workers who lost their job or are working reduced hours. The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's Unemployment Insurance Division administers Wisconsin's unemployment insurance program.

  • Business, Workforce

    Vocational Rehabilitation

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    Vocational Rehabilitation is a federal and state program designed to help people with disabilities obtain, maintain, and advance employment.

  • Economic Development, Workforce

    Worker Connection Program

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    Connect individuals looking to expand their employment opportunities in the post-pandemic economy with career coaches who will help them overcome barriers, navigate the workforce system, and connect them with employers to grow in their employment.

  • Business, Health & Mental Health, Workforce

    Worker’s Compensation

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    The Wisconsin Worker's Compensation Act provides for payment of reasonable medical expenses and compensation for lost wages resulting from work-related injuries or disabilities. The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's Worker's Compensation Division manages the Wisconsin worker's compensation claims program.

  • Business, Economic Development, Workforce

    Workforce Development Boards

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    Local Workforce Development Boards (WDBs) serve as strategic conveners to promote and broker effective relationships between the businesses and the economic, education, and workforce partners throughout their area.