PWQ provides matching training grants and support services targeted to improve the competitive position of small and mid-sized manufacturing and technology companies. Grants are used to increase the skills of existing workers for new technologies and production processes, improve employee productivity and increase employment stability.
BENEFITS
Matching grant funds are used to reimburse up to 50% of the costs of qualified projects.
ELIGIBLITY
Applicants must be a Maryland employer, may not be in arrears with any State taxing agency, and not be in default with any Commerce program.
Applicants should have a minimum of ten full-time employees. At least 60% of available funds must be awarded to employers with 150 or fewer employees in the State. The Program encourages the participation of small and minority-owned businesses.
Priority will be given to manufacturing and technology companies. In regions of the State where regionally important industries have been identified beyond manufacturing and technology, justification should be provided to approve PWQ funding.
APPLY
To apply for PWQ funding, contact the regional representative from the Maryland Department of Commerce who covers the county or region where you are located.
RESOURCES
CONTACT
Please contact the
Commerce Regional Representative for your county to apply.
FAQS