TWC Awards Over $85,000 Training Grant to Workforce Solutions Lower Rio Grande and Local Partners

AUSTIN ⎯ The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has awarded Workforce Solutions Lower Rio Grande a $85,924 High Demand Job Training (HDJT) grant to prepare local students for long-term, in-demand careers. These resources will equip students at Rio Grande City-Grulla Independent School District with specialized, high-demand skills.

"The technical training funded by this grant ensures that Texas students are equipped with the specialized expertise required to excel in our state's fastest-growing sectors," said TWC Commissioner Representing Labor Alberto Treviño III. "By providing the right tools and certifications today, we are opening doors for future jobseekers and ensuring a prosperous economic future for the Rio Grande Valley."

Workforce Solutions Lower Rio Grande will use the grant in partnership with Rio Grande City Economic Development Corporation to purchase equipment for construction, welding, culinary, automotive collision repair, and dental assistant courses. In addition, 80 students in the Accounting and Financial Services program will receive VITA/Tax Counseling certification training in partnership with South Texas College.

Commissioner Treviño presented the award at a ceremony attended by state and local officials at Rio Grande City High School.

About HDJT:
The HDJT grant program is part of TWC's statewide effort to support collaboration between Workforce Development Boards and local economic development entities. These partnerships help create job training programs that prepare individuals across Texas communities for high-demand occupations. For more on this training program, businesses are encouraged to contact their local Workforce Solutions office or visit the High Demand Job Training Program webpage.

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Texas Workforce Commission is a state agency dedicated to helping Texas employers, workers, and communities prosper economically. For details on TWC and its services in coordination with its local workforce development boards network, call 800-628-5115 or visit https://twc.texas.gov/. Subscribe to email updates to receive notifications about TWC programs and services.