Going PRO Talent Fund – Fiscal Year 2026 Cycle 1

October 14, 2025

Deadline: Applications close on Thursday, October 30, at 5 p.m. EDT. Businesses interested in applying for Going PRO Talent Fund grants should contact their local Michigan Works! Service Center for guidance and support throughout the application process.   

Eligible Applicants:  Employers to assist in training, developing, and retaining current and newly hired employees.

Agency:  Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO)

Description:  Training funded by the Talent Fund must be short-term, fill a demonstrated talent need experienced by the employer, and lead to a credential for a transferable skill that is recognized by the industry. 

Eligible Projects: The amount requested cannot exceed $2,000 per person or $3,500 per U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) Registered Apprentice. It must also meet at least one of the following criteria:

• Classroom or customized training

• New employee on-the-job training

• Training for USDOL Registered Apprentices

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