Nevada employers, private training vendors, colleges, nonprofits and other training providers can apply for a share of about $500,000 (reimbursement, 10% match) to build or expand short-term STEM training programs leading to industry credentials and middle-skill STEM jobs. Funds can cover equipment, curriculum development, instructor PD and marketing. Due Nov 20, 2026.
This reimbursement grant funds the development, start, improvement or expansion of short-term STEM training programs that lead to industry-recognized credentials for middle-skill STEM jobs in Nevada. Eligible applicants are Nevada-located entities that provide technical training, explicitly including employers and private training vendors as well as colleges, nonprofits and workforce agencies. About $500,000 is available in State Fiscal Year 2027, and the number and size of awards depend on the applications received. Applications are due November 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM PST, a 10% cash or in-kind match is required, and all funds must be spent by June 30, 2027.
Entities located in Nevada that provide technical training, including but not limited to: community college, university, technical college, career schools, workforce development agencies, WIOA-funded training providers, apprenticeship programs, industry associations, trade unions, private training vendors, employers, adult education providers, non-profits, community organizations, or public safety entities that can meet the objectives of the grant
Partnerships between industry and training providers must result in at least two of the RFA's six desired outcomes (e.g., new/expanded short-term training, increased credential attainment, job placement in in-demand STEM jobs, sustainable programming)
Training must result in completers receiving a STEM-related industry credential, certificate, or associate degree (preferably on the Nevada Industry-Recognized Credentials List)
Target occupations: STEM occupations requiring credentials between a high school diploma and a bachelor's degree (RFA Attachment A)
Grantees are required to match grant funding at 10% with either cash, in-kind contributions, or a combination of both
Applicant must provide a State vendor ID number on the cover sheet (register with the Nevada Controller if needed)
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