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Est.

1996

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

Gulf Coast Workforce Development Board Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on enhancing workforce development initiatives in the Gulf Coast region. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based engagement model, providing grants solely by invitation. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO PROVIDE CUSTOMIZED EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING SOLUTIONS THAT FACILITATE ECONOMIC PROSPERITY IN PARTNERSHIP WITH EDUCATION, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE, COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS, LOCAL GOVERNMENTS AND BUSINESSES.
Total Funding Given
$264.5K
2025
Grantees funded
5
Multi-year grantees
80%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$64.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$110.8K
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Kimberly Bodine
Board Member
A
Aaron Little
Board Member
R
Rebekah Vassar
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to GULF COAST WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD INC?
No. GULF COAST WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does GULF COAST WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD INC give?
GULF COAST WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD INC primarily gives to organizations located in Florida. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are GULF COAST WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from GULF COAST WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD INC fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $64 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does GULF COAST WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD INC make each year?
In 2025, GULF COAST WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD INC awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $264 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did GULF COAST WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD INC fund recently?
In 2025, GULF COAST WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD INC awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include ONE ON ONE ONE BY ONE INC, ST ANDREW BAY CENTER INC DBA THE ARC OF THE BAY, and FRIENDS OF THE FRANKLIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to GULF COAST WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD INC?
GULF COAST WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.