Ambassadors of Culture, Hooyo Hour, and United Way grant appropriation

This bill appropriates $450,000 for each of fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the workforce development fund to three specific organizations: Ambassadors of Culture, Hooyo Hour, and United Way of Central Minnesota. The funding supports collaborative workforce development services targeting young adults, immigrant mothers, and East African youth through job training, coaching, and employer engagement. Each organization receives $150,000 annually for these services, which aim to improve skills and employment opportunities. The bill is a one-time funding allocation for these designated community-focused programs.