My business is a non-profit, am I eligible for funding through the Express Program and Workforce Training Fund?

In order to be eligible for a grant, an organization must contribute to the Workforce Training Fund via a surcharge on Unemployment Insurance (UI) contributions. Some nonprofits contribute but others do not. This is determined by the method selected for UI coverage. Click here for more information. 

Nonprofits that select the “contributory method” are paying into the WTFP and are therefore eligible to apply. Nonprofits that select the “reimbursable method” are paying a discounted rate that does not include contribution to the WTFP and therefore are not eligible to apply.

To determine the method of payment your nonprofit uses, you can request A DUA Certificate of Compliance following these directions: How can I obtain a Certificate of Compliance from the Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA)?

If you certificate says you "contribute to the Workforce Training Fund", then your organization is eligible.