GoingPro
The application period for Cycle 1 of Fiscal Year 2026 Going PRO Talent Fund has been extended. Please check back for updates.
Thousands of Dollars in Training Funds Available to Detroit Employers!
The Going PRO Talent Fund is a grant offered through the State of Michigan and it makes awards to employers to assist in training, developing and retaining current and newly hired employees. Training funded by the Talent Fund must be short-term and fill a demonstrated talent need experienced by the employer. Training must lead to a credential for a skill that is transferable and recognized by industry.
To find out more please register to attend a virtual information session for the upcoming dates:
October 13th registration here
October 14th registration here
October 16th registration here
For additional information, visit the State of Michigan's website or contact Janae' King, Education & Training Program Manager at [email protected].
Awards 2014-2025
- $56,941,539 awarded
- 2,015 applications received
- 1,087 awards
- 10,874 individuals hired and trained
- 19,324 current employees trained
- 5,460 First Year USDOL Registered Apprentices
- Average award amount was $52,386
ELIGIBLE TRAINING
Training programs funded by the Talent Fund must be short-term and fill a demonstrated talent need experienced by the employer. Training must lead to a credential for a skill that is transferable and recognized by industry.
- Classroom/Customized Training
- On the Job Training for New Employees
- United States Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeships' first-year through fourth-year Related Technical Instruction (RTI) and/or On The Job Training
REIMBURSEMENT for training
Reimbursement for training can include:
- Up to $2,000 for Classroom or Customized Training FY 26 Cycle 1
- Up to $2,000 for On The Job Training for New Employees FY 26 Cycle 1
- Up to $3,500 for U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeships FY 26 Cycle 1
Going PRO in the News
Read more:
Going PRO Talent Fund Awards $16 Million in Grants to Support Worker Training Across the State
contact information
To find out more or to attend a virtual session, please contact Janae King at [email protected]