Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program
About This Grant
The Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program supports the operational resource needs of workforce training providers offering specialized job training in targeted, high-demand industries. Applicants can apply for funding to be used for a variety of programmatic expenses related to a new program or expansion of an existing program, such as curricula development, instruction and instructional materials, technology, marketing, and/or trainee supports, etc.
Grant Summary
Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program is a Empire State Development grant providing up to $115M. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- Eligible training providers must: serve one of seven eligible industry sectors (advanced manufacturing, biotech/life sciences, cleantech/renewable energy, construction, electronics/OPI, film/tv production/post-production, software/digital media); provide wraparound supports to increase trainee success; demonstrate industry partnerships and collaboration; must result in job placement in relevant industry; serve priority populations; match funding (25%) must be secured.
How to Apply
Up to $115M
Rolling / Open
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program from Empire State Development, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Empire State Development before the deadline.
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Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program?
Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program is offered by Empire State Development and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is available in NY_WORKFORCE. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program provide?
Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program provides up to $115M per award from Empire State Development. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program deadline?
Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, Empire State Development, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.
How do you apply for the Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program?
To apply for Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Empire State Development.