Notice of Funding Availability – Office of Wage Hour, Public Education Program

The Department of Employment Services (DOES), Office of Wage-Hour (OWH) is developing a community-based public education program. This grant opportunity will provide non-profits with the necessary tools needed to facilitate public education forums for employers and employees, provide referrals for employees interested in filing a claim, and build a more open relationship with residents and the business community. Two (2) non-profits will be selected annually and trained on performing outreach to District residents to raise awareness for the Office of Wage Hour and to inform the community of wage laws, employee commuter benefits, and First Source requirements. OWH will require organizations to participate in trainings and submit reports detailing the number of businesses touched and employee contacts made.

Office of Wage Hour, Public Education Program

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