The Federal Pell Grant offers funding to students from low-income households. Previously Pell Grant recipients had to be under age 24. However, according to opportunity.gov, President Obama announced that unemployed workers receiving benefits can now be considered for Pell Grants. The Federal Pell Grant offers a maximum amount of funding of $5,300 for the costs of a higher education (as of 2010). The funding is renewable annually.
The Federal Pell Grant
Box 84
Washington D.C., 20044
(800) 433-3243
studentaid.ed.gov
The TEACH grant can be an opportunity for unemployed workers to re-enter the workforce in a new career field. The TEACH grant program offers up to $4,000 per year (as of 2010) in funding for those who wish to pursue careers in education. In exchange for the funding, applicants must agree to serve as full- time teachers in schools in areas classified as areas of need. The teaching assignment is for one year; after which, recipients can seek employment where they like.
The TEACH Grant Program
Federal Student Aid Information Center
(800) 433-3243
studentaid.ed.gov
The Federal Student Temporary Employment Program offers students the chance to work on a temporary basis for federal agencies. The work is paid and intended to help students fund their education costs. There is no age limit for the program, but applicants must be enrolled at least half time at an accredited university, vocational or technical institution.
The Federal Student Temporary Employment Program
Staffing Reinvention Office
Employment Service Office Personnel Management
1900 E Street, NW
Washington DC, 20415
(202) 608-0830
Opm.gov