The Workplace Preparedness Grant has been announced by Be Noble Inc. in partnership with the Community Foundation of Noble County. The application deadline is February 16, 2024.

The Workplace Preparedness Grant is targeted to help workers who have prospective or secured employment in Noble County and are enrolled in a program to earn, or who have recently earned, a workforce certification, Associates Degree, or Bachelor Degree. Eligible workers may receive up to $1,000 for the exclusive purpose of acquiring tools, equipment or other supplies needed in their occupation, but not provided by their employer or prospective employer.

Examples of what a grant award might be used for are the purchase of safety equipment such as steel toed shoes or boots, gloves, or a welding helmet. There are no restrictions on occupations supported, or the types of supplies necessary within that occupation, only that the applicant provides supporting documentation of related educational accomplishments and employment in Noble County now, or soon, in a job supported by the education attainment.

Applicants can be awarded up to $1,000 each. Applications will be reviewed immediately after the February 16, 2024 deadline and awards announced a short time later. Those awarded funding will be required to submit proof of eligible purchases within 15 days of receipt of funding awarded.

Be Noble Inc. will administer the grant program and a grant review committee comprised of local workforce education and employment professionals will review applications to select award winners.

For more information, contact Tara Streb at Be Noble Inc. at (260) 636-3800 or tara@noblecountyedc.com.