Commonwealth Corp. Aims to Boost Employment for Young Adults with Disabilities

BOSTON — Commonwealth Corp., a quasi-nonprofit under the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development, has launched two requests for proposals (RFPs) for partnerships focused on improving workforce outcomes for young adults with disabilities in Massachusetts. Approximately $275,000 in grant funding is available through the Employment Program for Young Adults with Disabilities (YAWD).

Commonwealth Corp. is seeking applications from partnerships led by community-based organizations that have demonstrated success in preparing young adults with disabilities for employment and supporting job retention, as well as grant applications from organizations planning to apply for a YAWD implementation grant in the future.

The Employment Program for Young Adults with Disabilities is funded through a general appropriation act in the FY 2025 state budget. For more information and to access the RFP, visit commcorp.org/funding. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, April 4.