Grants are available to help private employers train their workers in Grant, Malheur and Harney counties.

The money is available through the Region 14 Workforce Investment Board. Grants of up to $1,000 are available, with a 100 percent match required. Projects must be completed by June 30.

The applicant employer must have an Oregon business number, employer tax ID number, or federal employer ID number.

To request an application, or for more information, call Mary Stewart, Region 14 WIB staff, 541-575-0744, or send an e-mail to: Mary.K.Stewart@state.or.us.