Self Sufficiency Fund
- Why are Social Security Numbers (SSN) required for trainees?
- Are Local Workforce Development Boards eligible grant recipients for the Self Sufficiency Fund?
- How are businesses involved in the development of an SSF project?
- What is a SOC code?
- What is a CIP code?
- What is the definition of a community-based organization (CBO)?
- Who is an eligible training provider?
- What is customized training?
- Who are eligible to receive training under the SSF grant program?
- What is the target cost per trainee for the Self-Sufficiency Fund program?
- Is there a template for the letter of support from the business partner? And what essential information should the letter include?
- How do I verify trainee eligibility?
- What is a “new job”?
- Where can I attain a list of industry recognized certifications?
- What is an upgraded job?
- Can other funding sources be leverage with Self Sufficiency Funds?
- What can Self Sufficiency Fund grants pay for?
- What support services can Self- Sufficiency Fund be used for?
- Are there unallowable costs in Self-Sufficiency grants?
- Will a business still have to go through a RID review process?
- Does the Letter of Support have to be notarized or on company’s letterhead?
- Is there a template for the letter of support from the business partner? And what essential information should the letter include?
- Are businesses that provide a letter of support required to hire trainees upon completion of training?
- Is there a standard form for participants to use in providing proof of eligibility?
- Do the individuals who get trained with SSF grants have to be referred by the Local Workforce Development Boards (Boards)?
- What is the role of the Board in the SSF proposal submission process?
- If a Community College participates can they use a third-party to provide training?
- Will the grantee be required to ensure participants not only apply for a certification but also pass the exams?
- Can SSF be used to pay for testing fees such as the GED?
- Can SSF funds be used to pay for training that is delivered through distance learning?