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Going PRO Talent Fund

Going PRO Talent Fund

Going PRO Talent Fund — 2027 application period

The dates for the 2027 application period have not been announced. The next opportunity to apply will be in early 2027.

About the Going PRO Talent Fund

  • Launched in 2014, the Going PRO Talent Fund provides competitive awards to employers for workforce training. Training funded by the Going PRO Talent Fund helps employers develop and retain new and current employees. The application period opening date and the deadline to apply will be posted on this website.

Access WBLOMS

Employers with approved access to the Work-Based Learning Online Management System can enter WBLOMS to complete the application process for Going PRO Talent Funds.


Learn more about how to apply for funding

Pie chart titled “Size of Companies Receiving Going PRO Talent Fund Awards 2014-2026.” The chart shows that companies with fewer than 100 employees received 5,321 awards (59%), companies with 100 to 499 employees received 2,881 awards (32%), and companies with 500 or more employees received 862 awards (9%).

Supporting Michigan businesses and workers

Awards 2014-2026

  • Total number of awards: 9,064
  • Average award amount: $41,316
  • Average training cost per person: $1,619

Data is accurate as of Sept. 3, 2026, and is updated on a quarterly basis.

Success stories

The Going PRO Talent Fund helps Chiquita Jackson Enterprise Corp better serve community

February 10, 2026

The Going PRO Talent Fund has been a catalyst for professional transformation at Chiquita Jackson Enterprise Corp. For trainees, this investment has turned jobs into careers. By...

The Going PRO Talent Fund has been invaluable for LaFontaine Automotive Group

February 06, 2026

For LaFontaine Automotive Group, training made possible thanks to the Going PRO Talent Fund has been invaluable. The funds have allowed LaFontaine Automotive Group to recruit, t...

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The Going PRO Talent Fund delivers results for Michigan

    • Employer-directed, short-term training helps Michigan respond to economic changes.
    • Permanent, full-time workers learn new skills through training models including classroom/customized training, USDOL Registered Apprenticeship programs, and On-the-Job Training (OJT).
    • Small businesses rely on a skilled workforce to grow and thrive.

  • Learn more about applying for funds

    More information for employers interested in applying for the Going PRO Talent Fund.

  • Access additional data and reports

    Information about the Going PRO Talent Fund historic performance and outcomes.

Contact

Contact the Going PRO Talent Fund team at LEO-TalentFund@michigan.gov.