Workforce Training Fund

Looking for a training partner for your Massachusetts Workforce Training Fund Program Grant? Need help applying for funding?
CoreAxis is your go-to resource.

Official Approved Partner of Massachusetts Workforce Training Fund Program
Massachusetts Workforce Training Fund Program
For the past 20 years, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ Workforce Training Fund Program (WTFP) has awarded Massachusetts-based businesses millions of dollars in training grant money to help companies increase productivity and become more competitive. How could this money benefit your organization?
Grant Eligibility
If your company is based in Massachusetts and has contributed quarterly unemployment payments to the state, you’ve contributed to this fund. Therefore, you’re eligible to apply for the grant regardless of your company’s size. Pretty straightforward. What’s your reason for not applying?

CoreAxis is here to help!

Grants are great, but they require navigating a system that can be complex. CoreAxis has been working with clients since 2001 to deliver high-impact, custom learning solutions across the United States. Our team members have become experts in the Massachusetts Workforce Training Fund and are pleased to partner with you to maximize your potential grant opportunities, whether your company is large or small. We work closely with our clients to support the application process. This process includes consulting on documentation, describing the need for training, developing of the training plan, delivering the courses, and creating success metrics for the program(s).
Our Process Maximizes
Your Investment in Your Talent
Our seasoned instructional designers and project managers will conduct a training needs assessment and develop a program that increases the efficiency and productivity of your employees, while keeping in mind the Workforce Training Fund parameters.
Step 1
Grant Application Support
Step 2
Needs
Assessment
Step 3
Develop
Training Plan
Step 4
Delivery of Training Program
We work closely with our clients to support the application process. Our process includes consultation on documentation, describing the need for training, development of the training plan, delivering the courses, and success metrics for the program(s).
What Is The Application Process Like?
You’ll be asked to provide information on your company, the types of employees to be trained, the type of training you will be providing (and the goal of the training), information on the training vendor who will conduct the training, the expected costs, and agree to submitting two years of financial statements upon request – among others. The good news is that we can provide as much grant writing assistance as you require, and can supply detailed information on the type and goal of the training program, background on us as an official Massachusetts Workforce Training Program vendor, and help you estimate costs. This means less work for you, and a smoother grant application method! Step by step, we will help you work through any obstacles to you receiving your grant funds and executing on extended learning and development opportunities.
Commonly Asked Questions:
As with any government-run program, you’re bound to have some questions and there’s a fair amount of fine print. While we’re available to help you through all that, here are some of the most commonly asked questions about WFTP:
How Much Are The Training Grant Awards?
The Commonwealth grants over $15 million in awards each year ranging from $10,000 to $250,000.
Is There A Deadline To Apply For The Grant?
No. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.
What Is The Application Process Like?
You’ll be asked to provide information on your company, the employees to be trained, the type of training you will be providing (and the goal of the training), information on the training vendor who will conduct the training, the expected costs, and agree to submitting two years of financial statements upon request – among others.
How Long Does It Take To Receive A Decision?
Applicants are typically notified of the award decision within 60 days of receipt of the completed application.
Sample Workforce Training Fund Programs

The Massachusetts Workforce Training Fund Program supports a variety of training topics to support the growth and development of organizations. Here are just a few examples of programs that received successful funding:

- Presentation Skills
- Digital Marketing
- Leadership and Management Training
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Quality Management
- Process Improvement
- Lean Manufacturing
- Sales
- Introduction to Good Manufacturing Practices
- (cGMP) Computerized Compliance System