DRA announces workforce grants

The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) is making $4 million available to support workforce development. The Delta Workforce Grant Program (DWP)(opens in a new tab) makes targeted investments toward projects and initiatives aimed at bolstering the local and regional workforce of the 255 counties and parishes within the DRA eight-state service region. Award amounts will range between $50,000 to $300,000. Deadline to apply for the 2026 DWP is Friday, May 15, 2026. In 2025, DRA invested approximately $7 million toward 25 workforce development projects, supporting economic development and prosperity within the DRA region. For more information about the Delta Workforce Grant Program(opens in a new tab), visit www.dra.gov(opens in a new tab). For questions about the program, email workforce@dra.gov(opens in a new tab).