Virginia Works’ HIRED Fund Granted Up to $6,000 Per Apprentice for High-Demand Employers

RICHMOND, VA – Virginia employers in high-demand industries seeking highly trained workers had a significant opportunity to grow their workforce through the Virginia Works HIRED Fund. This initiative provided eligible employers the chance to apply for up to $6,000 per apprentice to support the training and development of their workforce through registered apprenticeship programs.

Registered apprenticeship is thought of as the “ultimate earn while you learn opportunity” for individuals looking to gain valuable skills while earning a progressive wage. For employers, it is a proven, cost-effective, and industry-focused approach to cultivating a highly skilled and dedicated workforce tailored to their specific needs.

This funding aimed to further expand apprenticeship opportunities across the Commonwealth and empower businesses to build robust talent pipelines. The HIRED Grant has demonstrated its impact with 28 Sponsor awardees successfully onboarding 47 new apprentices.

Employers in high-demand sectors were encouraged to take advantage of this valuable funding opportunity to train the skilled workers they needed for success.  Stay tuned for additional funding windows in the future!