The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration awarded a $285,134 Project Grant under the Native American Employment and Training program (CFDA 17.265) to the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska. The grant period runs from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2027.
The purpose of the grant is to provide employment and training services to support American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians. Key activities include career services to prepare participants for unsubsidized employment, follow-up counseling and supportive services, and training to develop academic, occupational, and literacy skills. The grant aims to make participants more competitive in the workforce and equip them with entrepreneurial skills for self-employment, while also promoting the economic and social development of Native communities. The grantee is expected to meet performance targets related to employment, earnings, credential attainment, and skill gains.