With so many people job hunting I thought it would be helpful to look for opportunities for skills development and support services. As I come across them I will be sure to post them on Grant Gazing. Here’s my first find.

This week’s pick: The Wal-Mart Foundation has a number of supports for underserved communities through their State Giving Program. One such support is for Workforce Development and Economic Opportunity. These grants “target job skill training and support services for unemployed and displaced workers.” The Foundation says they are looking to support programs from 501©3 nonprofits that have a long-lasting and positive impact.

You can apply though an online application form. Other areas of giving are educations, health & wellness and environmental sustainability. The application submission deadlines are: Spring Cycle: April 17 and Fall Cycle: September 18.
For information on all of the grants please click here.