Specifications include, but are not limited to: • Consulting with partners to inform development of an inclusive, low barrier grant process. • Focusing the first round of funding on capacity building grants to enable a more diverse group of organizations to plan and prepare for future workforce development activities and funding opportunities. • Hosting information sessions to provide prospective Applicants opportunities to ask questions and receive guidance (see Section 1.3 for more information). • Contracting with Technical Assistance Providers to provide prospective Applicants technical assistance and coaching through the funding Application process (see Section 1.4 for more information). • Soliciting engagement in the scoring process from diverse organizations, entities, and partners. • Providing portions of funding upfront to Applicants that demonstrate a need for immediate funds.
