DEED Awards Nearly $1.6 Million in Grants to Minnesota Colleges and Universities for Employer Workforce Development Projects
April 29, 2026
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) announced 10 workforce development grants from the Minnesota Jobs Skills Partnership (MJSP) program for seven Minnesota educational institutions partnering with Minnesota businesses to develop and deliver customized workforce training programs.
"The Minnesota Job Skills Partnership acts as a catalyst between business and education in developing cooperative training projects that benefit Minnesota workers," said DEED Commissioner Matt Varilek. "Providing opportunities for employees to gain necessary skills ensures future organizational success and helps high-quality jobs stay in Minnesota."