Community Resources

Employment and Training Association (EATA)

EATA is committed to providing employment and training services in a way that preserves personal dignity, considers individual needs and differences, and supports individuals and their families. EATA provides comprehensive employment and training services throughout South Central Wisconsin.

Workforce Development,Worker,Recruitment,Layoff/Closure,Industry,Corrections,Community

Universities of Wisconsin System - Fostering Success

The Universities of Wisconsin Fostering Success Programs provide individualized guidance and resources for youth with lived experience in foster care, homelessness, or who are orphaned or wards of the court with an interest in pursuing higher education.

Business,Education,Community

211 Wisconsin

211 is a one-stop, free, and confidential connection to the local services people need, such as utility assistance, housing, food, elder care, crisis intervention, alcohol and other drug recovery, and much more.

Community,Housing

Foundation for Rural Housing

The Foundation for Rural Housing serves low-income households. Programs offered are assistance for security deposit, delinquent rent, foreclosure counseling and assistance, short term crisis lending, home repair and resources for basic needs.

Housing

Neighborhood House

Neighborhood House offers a plethora of programs and services including: in-person food pantry, youth & teen summer camps, after-school programs, mentoring, meeting spaces for community groups & organizations, wellness and enrichment classes for adults, social programming for adults with disabilities, technology lab, transportation assistance, community meals, neighborhood events, and much more!

Childcare,Community,Transportation

Bayview Foundation Community Center

Bayview offers a variety of programs that support physical and mental health such as yoga and zumba as well as social and cultural programs. They can also provide services and supports in the areas of financial assistance, family support, citizenship, food access, energy assistance, and much more.

Business,Community

WRTP/Big STEP

WRTP/Big STEP is a nonprofit workforce intermediary dedicated to connecting people to family-sustaining jobs and enhancing the ability of public and private sector organizations to recruit, develop and retain a more diverse, qualified workforce in construction, manufacturing and emerging sectors of the regional economy.

Business,Community

WorkSmart Network

The WorkSmart Network is a team supported by the WDBSCW that specializes in delivering innovative workforce services and solutions to prepare workers for the needs of business and industry.

Business,Recruitment,Referral

Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin

The WDBSCW helps people achieve their goals, whether that's exploring careers, earning degrees or certifications, or finding or training employees. With partners, they discover and develop solutions to overcome barriers and expand talent to make the region stronger.

Business,Recruitment,Referral,Workforce Development

Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification

Employers laying off workers employed in Wisconsin should be aware that federal and/or state law may require that written notice be provided 60 days in advance of a dislocation event. The Department of Workforce Development has more information about the WARN Act and requirements.

Business,Layoff/Closure

Work-n-Wheels

The Work-n-Wheels auto loan program is designed to help income eligible families and individuals with assistance in obtaining an affordable and dependable vehicle.

Transportation,Worker

Wisconsin Works

W2 is a Department of Children and Families program that provides employment preparation services, case management and case assistance to eligible families.

Business,Community,Recruitment,Referral,Worker

Wisconsin Workforce Development Association

The WWDA provides a list of Wisconsin's workforce development boards and which counties they serve.

Business,Workforce Development

Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporation

WWBIC is a leading innovative, statewide economic development corporation that provides access to critical resources to targeted individuals who are interested in starting, strengthening or expanding businesses.

Business,Other

Wisconsin Shares Child Care Subsidy Program

Wisconsin Shares supports low-income working families by subsidizing a portion of the cost of quality childcare while the parents or caregivers are working or participating in another approved activity. Wisconsin Shares is implemented locally by counties and tribes.

Childcare,Worker

Wisconsin Senior Employment Program

The WISE Program is an employment training program for low-income, unemployed individuals ages 55 and older. The program provides subsidized, part-time work experience for individuals through community service to help them obtain the skills necessary for permanent employment.

Business,Recruitment,Referral,Worker

Wisconsin Long-Term Care Workforce Alliance

The Wisconsin Long-Term Care Workforce Alliance is a coalition of organizations and individuals who aim to develop and implement statewide and community-based strategies to improve the recognition, retention, recruitment and economic status of the long-term care workforce.

Business,Industry

Wisconsin Fast Forward Grant

The WFF grant program is a nationally recognized, innovative talent development solution driven by Wisconsin businesses to train and retain highly skilled workers.

Business,Incumbent Worker

Wisconsin Dental Association

The Wisconsin Dental Association provides a list of public clinics by county.

Dental,Health,Worker

WisConomy

WisConomy helps businesses and job seekers research economic and labor market data to make informed employment decisions.

Business,Data/Labor Market