Commonwealth Corporation

? Time is Running Out! Apply Before April 4th! The Employment Program for Young Adults with Disabilities RFPs are closing soon! Don’t miss this opportunity to secure funding for programs that support young adults with disabilities in Massachusetts. ? Implementation Grant – For partnerships preparing young adults with disabilities for employment and job retention. ? Planning Grant – For organizations developing proposals for future implementation funding. ?? Apply by April 4th: ?? https://buff.ly/417dyhD

?? Grantee Spotlight! ?? Wirefab, Inc., an employee-owned manufacturing company in Worcester, is investing in its team with on-site ESOL training! Thanks to a Workforce Training Fund Express grant, employees are improving communication, boosting confidence, and creating a safer, more connected workplace. ??Read more: https://buff.ly/zGG6KvS

Last Call: Re-Entry Program Internship! Looking for a paid, remote internship where you can build real-world experience and make an impact??This paid, remote internship offers hands-on experience supporting programs that help returning citizens find meaningful employment. Responsibilities include: ?? Developing program resources ?? Conducting research on best practices ?? Supporting grantees with training & recruitment ?? Attending and participating in learning sessions Deadline to apply: This Friday, March 21. Apply now via commcorp.org/careers , LinkedIn, or Handshake. Re-Entry Program Intern | April 28 – July 18, 2025 | 20 hrs/week (M-F) | $4,650 stipend | Must reside in Massachusetts

With immense gratitude, Team CommCorp honors Angela Holley, Program Coordinator for the Workforce Training Fund Program, as she retires this month after 30 years of dedicated service to Commonwealth Corporation. Angela’s tireless efforts have supported thousands of small businesses and tens of thousands of workers across Massachusetts, leaving a lasting impact on workforce development. Her positivity and resilience have been a guiding light to her colleagues, and she will be deeply missed! Congratulations, Angela! Wishing you a joyful and fulfilling retirement—you’ve more than earned it!

???? On this Women's History Month we celebrate the achievements, resilience, and contributions of women around the world. Let’s continue to empower, support, and uplift women in all spheres of life, working toward a future of equality, respect, and opportunity for all. Read our blog on celebrating and supporting women: https://buff.ly/zdsvW0K #InternationalWomensDay #EmpowerWomen #GenderEquality #CelebrateWomen

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! May your day be filled with good luck, joy, and the spirit of celebration. Whether you're embracing Irish traditions or simply enjoying the festivities, let’s share in the positivity and togetherness that this day brings. ???? #StPatricksDay #LuckOfTheIrish #CelebrateTogether #GoodFortune

Commonwealth Corporation was honored to be part of the 2025 New England Workforce Network Conference, where workforce development leaders gathered to share insights, strategies, and innovations shaping the future of work. Our team was proud to contribute to the conversation through thought-provoking sessions: ?? Adam Cutler, Director of Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund; Robert Duncan, Director of Workforce Training Fund; and Mary-Ann Roberts, Senior Program Manager for Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund presented "Innovative Workforce Development: Actionable Strategies for ESOL Challenges," exploring how ESOL for Employment programs and cross-sector partnerships are expanding career pathways. ?? Jennifer Javier, Associate Director of Justice-Based Initiatives; and Danielle Brazeau, Associate Director of the DYS Skill Up Initiative led "Overlooked But Not Untapped: Justice-Based Talent at CommCorp," highlighting innovative approaches to supporting justice-impacted communities through workforce development initiatives. A big thank you to Dr. John Cox, President of Cape Cod Community College & The Center for Community and Professional Education for hosting this year’s conference and to the entire NEWN team for organizing such a valuable event. It was an inspiring day of learning from peers, engaging in meaningful discussions, and strengthening our collective impact. We are looking forward to continuing these important conversations and partnerships! #newn2025 ?? Cynthia S., Fernando Martinez, MPA, Robert Duncan, Abby Corsun-Ascher, Perla Piantini, Mary-Ann Roberts, Alanna Mallon, Molly Jacobson, Raquel Jorge Fernandes, Adam Cutler, Jennifer Javier, Danielle Brazeau, Lucila J. Santana, Robert Duncan

This month we honor Women's History Month, sharing key facts about women in the workforce! Women have made incredible strides, but there’s still work to be done—from closing the wage gap to breaking barriers in leadership. ?? Read more and celebrate women’s contributions in the workplace! ? #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInTheWorkforce #EquityMatters #BreakingBarriers

A special thank you to Fernando Martinez, MPA, Associate Director of the Workforce Training Fund, for sharing his expertise with our Spring Interns! Our interns had the opportunity to learn about Fernando's career journey, the Workforce Training Fund Express Program, and the Agile methodology project management framework—valuable insights that will help shape their professional development. We’re also excited to announce that we’re seeking Summer Interns to join our team! Apply now at buff.ly/F2gIVRy

?? Available Funding Alert: WCTF Donnelly Success Grant Now Open ?? The Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund (WCTF) is now accepting proposals for the Donnelly Success Grant, offering up to $500,000 in funding for workforce development programs aimed at unemployed, underemployed, and incumbent workers across high-demand industries in Massachusetts. This grant program is designed to support unemployed and underemployed residents by funding training opportunities that lead to careers in high-demand sectors such as Healthcare, Education, Manufacturing, Information Technology, and more. Eligible applicants for the WCTF Donnelly Success Grant include community-based organizations (including adult basic education providers), employers with operations in Massachusetts that employ Massachusetts residents in the proposed target occupation, employer associations, higher education institutions, labor organizations, MassHire Workforce Boards, nonprofit education, training, or other service providers, MassHire Career Centers, and for-profit organizations. ?? Deadline: May 9, 2025 For more details, including upcoming webinars and to learn how to apply, visit https://buff.ly/1S390K8 Help spread the word! Share this post with organizations that could benefit from this funding opportunity or know others who can. Let’s work together to create more opportunities for Massachusetts workers!