The Impact of Federal Workforce Funding
Every dollar invested in workforce development creates ripple effects across families, employers, and communities. See how WIOA, WRG, and other federal programs are transforming lives in Indiana.
Our Impact by the Numbers
Federal workforce funding has helped thousands of Hoosiers gain skills, find good jobs, and achieve economic stability.
How Federal Funding Works
Federal workforce funding flows through state and local workforce boards to approved training providers like Elevate for Humanity. This system ensures accountability, quality, and measurable outcomes.
Federal Investment
Congress appropriates billions annually for workforce development through WIOA, which flows to states based on unemployment rates and population.
Local Delivery
Local workforce boards (like WorkOne) determine which training providers and programs best meet their region's employer and job seeker needs.
Quality Training
ETPL-approved providers like Elevate deliver training that leads to industry-recognized credentials and employment in high-demand occupations.
Measured Outcomes
Every program is measured on employment rates, wage gains, and credential attainment—ensuring taxpayer dollars produce real results.
Funding Sources We Accept
Real Stories, Real Impact
Behind every statistic is a person whose life was transformed by workforce funding.
"After being laid off from manufacturing, I didn't know what to do. WIOA funding covered my IT certification training, and now I'm a network technician making $22/hour with benefits."
"As a single mom, I couldn't afford training. The Workforce Ready Grant paid for my medical assistant certification. I went from retail to healthcare in 12 weeks."
"Coming out of incarceration, I thought no one would give me a chance. JRI funding got me into the barber apprenticeship. Now I have my license and my own chair."
Impact Beyond the Individual
When one person gains skills and employment, the benefits extend to families, employers, and entire communities.
Family Stability
Higher wages mean families can afford housing, healthcare, and education. Children of employed parents have better outcomes in school and life.
- •Reduced reliance on public assistance
- •Improved child outcomes
- •Generational wealth building
Employer Benefits
Employers gain access to trained, credentialed workers ready to contribute from day one. Reduced turnover and training costs improve bottom lines.
- •Pre-screened, trained candidates
- •Reduced hiring costs
- •Lower turnover rates
Economic Growth
Every dollar invested in workforce development generates $7 in economic activity through increased spending, tax revenue, and reduced social costs.
- •Increased tax revenue
- •Local spending boost
- •Reduced social service costs
Be Part of the Impact
Federal funding is available now for eligible Hoosiers. Check your eligibility and start your career transformation today.