Nebraska Manufacturing and Workforce Development offering matching grants

NORFOLK -- The Nebraska Manufacturing Modernization and Workforce Development grant program is offering matching grants of up to $50,000.

 

The grants support the manufacturing sector in adopting advanced technologies to improve productivity and competitiveness.

 

Applications will be accepted from Oct. 1, 2025, to Nov. 1, 2026, prioritizing projects that enhance employment opportunities and workforce development through automation. A total of $250,000 in funding is available. Applicants must match individual grant awards on a 1:1 basis with private funds.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must have at least three years of operation and derive 51% of revenue from manufactured goods.
• Minimum three full-time employees and documentation for matching funds.

For details, full eligibility criteria, and application guidelines, visit https://dol.nebraska.gov/ne-mfg-grant/Home