Washington

Washington state offers a variety of programs to support job training, workforce development, and business expansion. Programs like the Washington State Job Skills Program and Washington State B&O Tax Credit for Job Training provide essential resources to help businesses enhance employee skills and support economic growth.

Washington State Job Skills Program

• Purpose: Supports workforce training partnerships between businesses and educational institutions.
• Eligibility: Businesses partnering with educational institutions for employee training.
• Benefit: Matching grants for customized, short-term training programs.
• Application: Through the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges.
• More info: Focuses on enhancing employee skills and productivity.

Washington Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

• Purpose: Provides free business consulting and low-cost training services.
• Eligibility: Small businesses and entrepreneurs in Washington state.
• Benefit: Access to business advisors, training programs, and resources.
• Application: Through local SBDC offices.
• More info: Offers assistance with business planning, accessing capital, and operational improvements.

Washington State B&O Tax Credit for Job Training

• Purpose: Encourages businesses to provide job training to employees.
• Eligibility: Businesses providing approved training to employees.
• Benefit: Business & Occupation (B&O) tax credit for eligible training expenses.
• Application: Through the Washington State Department of Revenue.
• More info: Credit amount is based on training costs and business type.

Washington Workforce Development Programs

• Purpose: Offers a variety of workforce development initiatives.
• Eligibility: Varies by specific program, including services for job seekers and employers.
• Benefit: Access to training programs, career services, and potential funding for eligible individuals and businesses.
• Application: Through WorkSource Washington.
• More info: Aims to improve workforce quality and meet the talent needs of businesses.

Washington State Department of Commerce Grant Programs

• Purpose: Provides various grant programs to support economic development.
• Eligibility: Varies by specific program, often targeting particular industries or regions.
• Benefit: Grants for purposes including business expansion and workforce development.
• Application: Through the Washington State Department of Commerce.
• More info: Programs may change based on current economic priorities and available funding.