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Relocation Opportunity for Outstanding Talent (ROOT) Grant Program

North Dakota Department of Commerce – Workforce Development DivisionCloses Jun 20, 2027(243 days left)

Summary

North Dakota employers (5+ employees) can get up to $5,000 in 1:1 matching funds per new full-time hire to pay relocation costs such as moving, airfare, rental housing and licensing fees. Apply before posting the job; open through June 20, 2027.

About this grant

Gives North Dakota employers matching funds of up to $5,000 per eligible new hire for relocation assistance, such as moving costs, airfare, rental housing and licensure or exam fees, for full-time permanent positions; a 1:1 match is required, and candidates found through the Find the Good Life Candidate Marketplace add $500 that needs no match. The number of positions depends on employer size, from up to 5 (5–20 employees) to up to 20 (100+). The program runs through June 20, 2027 at 5 pm CST while funds last.

Who can apply

  • Small businesses
  • For-profit companies
  • Nonprofits

Employers must be located and registered in North Dakota

State agencies are not eligible to apply

Full-time permanent positions only; the employee is expected to stay at least one year

Position caps by employer size: up to 5 (5–20 employees), 10 (20–50), 15 (50–100), 20 (100 or more)

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Workforce
  • Talent attraction

Money can be used for

  • Relocation
  • Hiring
  • Recruitment

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