Dane (East)

Wisconsin Works (W-2)

Employment support for parents with training, job search, resume help, and cash payments on the way to a new career. Also support for new or expecting mothers.

FoodShare Employment and Training (FSET)

Employment support for people on FoodShare to build job skills and start great careers through training, resume help, and job search help. Money for gas vouchers, bus passes, and work clothes for those in the program.

Emergency Assistance

Cash assistance for families facing a crisis , like homelessness or other housing emergencies. Funds can be used for security deposit, first month’s rent, to prevent an eviction for nonpayment of rent or utility disconnection.

Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST)

Training to get into a high-paying construction career. This free 6-week training includes OSHA certification, flagging certification, CDL testing assistance, apprenticeship exam prep, career search and resume assistance.

Job Access Loan (JAL)

Short-term, no interest loans for work-related items to help workers with families get or keep a job, including work clothes, tools, cars, housing, and other expenses.

Refugee Services

Recently immigrated people can connect with local resources and receive help to find work.

WETAP

No-interest loans for vehicle purchases and repairs for eligible working applicants. This program requires that applicants are employed at time of application.

Job Skills Training

Free job training for program participants with courses in job seeking, financial management, and careers in call centers and offices.