Massachusetts offers three major employer based programs (General Program, Express Grant, Hiring Incentive Training Grant) that are solely funded by a specific tax paid by employers of the commonwealth. The purpose of these programs is to provide resources to employers to better train their employees, support smaller companies with training projects and encourage new hiring.  The following are just three of many reimbursement programs, grants, tax credits available to Massachusetts employers. 

PROGRAMS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE

General Program

• For companies of any size seeking to train employees in job related skills through a comprehensive company wide program
• Maximum Grant amount $250,000
• Awarded to employers, employer organizations, labor organizations, training providers and consortia of small companies
• Training programs must be completed within 24 months.

Express Grant

• For companies with 50 or fewer employees
• Maximum Grant amount $30,000 - $3,000/employee
• Training programs must be completed within 12 months
• 50% of total training costs can be reimbursed

Hiring Incentive Training Grant

• Companies of any size are eligible
• Maximum Grant amount $30,000
• Maximum training reimbursement per new hire is $2,000
• New hires must have been unemployed for six months or more
• New hire must be retained for 120 days

NTA’s comprehensive grant writing services include

• Evaluate your current training programs for funding eligibility
• Design/Develop a training plan to meet your business goals
• Identify a grant program to suit your training needs
• Write and submit all grant procurement documentation and requirements
• Negotiate to maximize contractual values
• Administer and complete all grant related documentation
• Act as liaison between your company and the commonwealth

These grants approvals are based on very competitive criteria.  Funds are limited and only awarded to a small percentage of applicants.