# West Virginia Awards $15M EOC Grant

The State of West Virginia has been awarded a historic **$15 million federal Educational Opportunity Centers (EOC) grant** to the West Virginia Community and Technical College System, announced on September 18, 2026. This five-year grant provides **$3 million annually** to expand educational access and career training for adult learners statewide, representing the largest EOC award in the nation. The funding aims to enhance workforce development and support adult education initiatives across West Virginia.

- This grant creates significant opportunities for vendors and service providers specializing in adult education, career training programs, and workforce development solutions within West Virginia.
- Procurement professionals should anticipate increased contracting activity related to educational services, training materials, and program management to support the grant's implementation.
- The scale and duration of this award indicate a sustained investment in education infrastructure, signaling potential for long-term partnerships and contract renewals.
- Organizations involved in community college education and workforce development can leverage this funding to expand program offerings and improve adult learner outcomes in the region.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 19, 2026

### Government Entities
- West Virginia Council for Community and Technical College Education (WVCCTCE)
- West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission and Community and Technical College System
- Office of the Governor

### Key Quotes
> We’re honored to receive the largest EOC award in the nation, and we’re ready to work creating life-changing opportunities across our state.
> — Sarah Armstrong Tucker, Chancellor

> This historic $15 million investment marks a transformative milestone for West Virginia’s workforce and economy.
> — Patrick Morrisey, Governor

### Sources
- [Governor Morrisey Announces Historic $15 Million Federal Grant Awarded to West Virginia Community and Technical College System | WV Office of the Governor Patrick Morrisey](https://governor.wv.gov/article/governor-morrisey-announces-historic-15-million-federal-grant-awarded-west-virginia) - WV