The bill appropriates a total of $900,000 from the workforce development fund for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to support workforce development services aimed at diverse communities in Minnesota. Specifically, it allocates $450,000 each year to three organizations: Ambassadors of Culture, Hooyo Hour, and United Way of Central Minnesota. These funds are intended to enhance skills, education, and employment opportunities for young adults, mothers from immigrant backgrounds, and youth from East African communities through various services such as job training, job coaching, employer engagement, and career coaching.
The appropriation is structured as a one-time funding initiative, with each organization receiving $150,000 annually. This targeted investment aims to foster collaboration among the three organizations to effectively address the workforce development needs of the specified communities, thereby promoting inclusivity and economic growth within the state.