WorkFirst Program

The Grays Harbor College WorkFirst Program and its community partners assist parents who currently receive Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) prepare for and find employment.
What WorkFirst Can Help With
The WorkFirst grant may be able to fund the following expenses for Pre-College / Basic Skills classes, High School Completion classes, short-term training, and eligible professional/technical programs.
- Tuition
- Books
- Fees
Am I Eligible?
To be eligible for the WorkFirst grant, you must be receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) assistance and you must be referred from your DSHS case manager to be eligible for specific programs.
Additional Services
- Educational Planning
- College Readiness
- Educational Assessments
- Resume Help
- Job Search Assistance
Forms and Publications
Apply for Funding
To apply for workforce funding, please complete our Workforce Funding Application. Once you've completed the application, email it to stacey.quarles@ghc.edu . For questions call (360)538-4058 or visit our virtual lobby HERE from 9 am – 2 pm Mon-Thurs.