Dec 3, 2024
Governor Laura Kelly announced Tuesday that applications will open Thursday, Dec. 12, for a second round of the Advancing Digital Opportunities to Promote Technology (ADOPT) program. The program will provide $10.7 million to organizations working to expand access to public wi-fi and connected devices. “Our digital opportunity programs empower Kansans…
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The Kansas Department of Commerce today announced the launch of the Fostering Residential Advancement through Mentoring and Education (FRAME) grant program, a groundbreaking initiative that will address both housing needs and workforce development in Kansas. This new opportunity will provide up to $2 million to qualified Kansas technical and community…
Read MoreNov 22, 2024
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8Uk8D-cy5c&ab_channel=KansasDepartmentofCommerce Governor Laura Kelly announced on Friday that since the start of her administration in 2019, Kansas has attracted more than $20 billion in committed private sector investment to the state. This historic milestone has resulted in commitments to create or retain nearly 70,000 jobs with 1,312 successful projects in…
Read MoreNov 14, 2024
The Kansas Office of Registered Apprenticeship invites the public to take part in a memorable celebration recognizing the 10th anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week. The 3rd Annual KANSASWORKS National Apprenticeship Week Summit will take place Thursday, November 21, in Salina, where the spotlight will shine on the vital role registered…
Read MoreNov 13, 2024
The International Division of the Kansas Department of Commerce today launched the Kansas Global Business Expansion (K-GLOBE) program. The program merges two formerly separate programs – the Kansas International Trade Show Assistance Program (KITSAP) and the Kansas International Trade Marketing Assistance Program (KITMAP) – into one international business development-focused grant.…
Read MoreNov 6, 2024
Governor Laura Kelly announced Wednesday that $520,000 has been awarded to eight entities across Kansas for projects that will attract and retain employees and build the state workforce through registered apprenticeships. “Since becoming governor, Kansas has racked up award after award for being a national leader in creating jobs and…
Read MoreNov 6, 2024
Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages jobseekers and employers searching for talent to take part in the Virtual Statewide Job Fair, hosted by KANSASWORKS, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 13. “There are hundreds of open jobs in every region of our state that need…
Read MoreNov 5, 2024
The Department of Commerce announced today that the Kansas Arts Commission (KAC) is accepting nominations for the 2025 Kansas Governor’s Arts Awards. Nominations for these prestigious honors will be accepted through Friday, December 13. Last awarded in 2011, the accolades celebrate individuals, organizations and communities for their outstanding contributions and…
Read MoreNov 1, 2024
The Kansas Arts Commission announced today that Grammy- and Oscar-winning rockstar/musician Melissa Etheridge and 1994 Rolling Stone Songwriter of the Year Freedy Johnston will be featured in a new television series highlighting the diverse musical talent born and raised in Kansas. Produced by the Kansas Arts Commission in partnership with…
Read MoreOct 21, 2024
Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced that $1.5 million is available for a fifth round of Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (HEAL) grants to revitalize dilapidated and underutilized downtown buildings in small communities across the state. These grants help close the financial gaps for communities striving to…
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