Deadline: 27-Sep-21
The Valley of the Sun United Way (VSUW) is pleased to launch the Request for Proposal (RFP) for Workforce Development grants program to provide funding that is competitive, open to nonprofits and schools operating in Maricopa County.
Mighty Change (MC) 2026 is a direct result of a year-long, community engagement and input process.
This 5-Year Impact Plan is a new direction for Valley of the Sun United Way’s work that expands beyond the traditional grant-making role and includes new opportunities for Valley of the Sun United Way to drive community change.
Focus Area
- Access to Jobs
- Increase Resources to assist individuals to obtain job opportunities which will increase their income and create sustainable careers
- Workforce Pathways through Education
- Support Business and Education Alignment to increase education opportunities for students through hands-on work-based learning, apprenticeship and mentoring experiences
Funding Information
- Max funding request is $100,000.
Target Population
- Youth 16-24 years old
- Low-income adults
Eligibility Criteria
- This is an open and competitive process to all 501c3 nonprofits and schools in Maricopa County.
For more information, visit https://vsuw.org/about-us/working-with-united-way/apply-for-grant-funding