Workforce Training Grant Services

Discover how the Massachusetts Workforce Training Fund Program (WTFP) can benefit your company

ALERT: GRANTS PAUSED UNTIL JULY 2025

Funding for training grants from the Workforce Training Fund Program has been exhausted for State Fiscal Year 2025 (July 2024 – June 2025). Applications for both Express Program and General Program grants have been paused until funds for State Fiscal Year 2026 (July 2025 – June 2026) are available. While specific dates are not yet available, we hope applications can be submitted again in July 2025. To be among the first to know when the funding becomes available, email Rachel at RGillis@AIMHRSolutions.com to join our waitlist!

What is the Express Grant?

The Express Program is designed to help businesses respond quickly to change and keep employees engaged. Eligible Massachusetts companies are funded with $15,000 per calendar year, covering up to $300 per instructional hour, with a maximum of $3,000 per person per course. Grant applications must be submitted at least 21 days before the training start date.

How To Determine Eligibility:

The Express Program will adjust award amounts based on businesses’ Massachusetts employee counts at the time of application as follows:

Businesses with up to 50 Massachusetts employees, receive up to 100% reimbursement
Businesses with 51 to 100 Massachusetts employees, receive up to 50% reimbursement
*Eligible companies must also pay into unemployment insurance

My Company is Eligible, Now What?

Step 1: Choose Your Training
Explore our Learning & Development Catalog to find the right training for your team. Need help? Schedule a consultation for expert recommendations. 

Step 2: Gather Required Documents for Application
Before applying, have these ready:

  • Obtain a Certificate of Good Standing from the Department of Revenue. Please note, it must be dated within the last 6 month. Request it here.
  • Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN)
  • Signed copy of your business’s Form W-9
  • Current number of Massachusetts employees (including part-time and full-time)
  • Course ID of the training you’re applying for

Step 3: Submit Your Application
Once you have your documents, schedule a time with our grant expert, Rachel Gillis, for one-on-one support to submit your application.

Step 4: Get Approved & Get Reimbursed

  • Approval takes 3 weeks from Commonwealth Corporation
  • Once approved, register and pay for the training
  • After completing the training, submit a reimbursement form
  • Expect reimbursement funds 30-45 days later

Personalized Grant Support – From Start to Finish

Navigating the grant process can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. AIM HR Solutions offers one-on-one guidance every step of the way. Contact our grant expert, Rachel Gillis, to help you determining training opportunities, complete your application, and secure reimbursements.

Rachel Gillis
Senior Marketing and Business Development Coordinator
rgillis@AIMHRSolutions.com | 617.488.8315
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