Building Economic Mobility in Wyoming's Rural Communities
GrantID: 78978
Grant Funding Amount Low: $500,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $500,000
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Grant Overview
Wyoming's rural communities face significant capacity gaps in terms of economic mobility. The state's frontier counties, which account for 23 of Wyoming's 23 counties, experience provider shortages that exceed national averages by 300%. This shortage of resources and infrastructure hinders the ability of low-income residents to access living-wage jobs. Wyoming's remote communities are characterized by limited employment opportunities, with 40% of the state's workforce employed in low-wage occupations. The state's economy is driven by major industries like energy extraction, tourism, and agriculture, which often require specialized skills. Wyoming's workforce composition is marked by a high percentage of workers in the extractive industries, with 15% of the state's workforce employed in mining and energy-related occupations. To address these capacity gaps, funding is available to pilot innovative approaches that create pathways to living-wage jobs for low-income residents. Eligible organizations include community development financial institutions, workforce development boards, and non-profit organizations. Wyoming's unique frontier county designation requires demonstration of extreme rural delivery capacity, unlike neighboring Colorado applications. Wyoming's Economic Development Landscape is shaped by the state's rural-urban split, with 65% of the state's population residing in rural areas. What Infrastructure Constraints Exist in Wyoming? The state's rural communities often lack access to basic infrastructure like broadband internet, with 30% of rural residents lacking access to high-speed internet. Wyoming's transportation infrastructure is also limited, with many rural areas experiencing restricted access to highways and public transportation. The state's demographic profile is characterized by a relatively low population density, with an average of 6 people per square mile. In contrast, urban areas like Cheyenne and Casper experience higher population densities, with a more diverse range of industries and employment opportunities.
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