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PROGRAM CHANGES Summarize changes for the upcoming Federal fiscal year (FY) from the prior FY. Significant changes may include new initiatives, changes in funding or funding sources, policy changes, or significant changes to the number of partners or participants. Significant changes could include those made as a result of management evaluation findings or participation in program improvement initiatives, such as SNAP to Skills. It is not necessary to include changes made as a result of new Federal rulemaking. To expand the SkillUP Program in Missouri, a 50/50 match Invitation for Bid (IFB) was released in SFY25 to begin in SFY26 (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026). OWCI contracted with five new providers and allowed one existing partner to grow their program with non-federal funds. These providers included Full Employment Connection (FEC), MOKAN Goodwill, Great Jobs KC, Inc., and Pawsperity which serve individuals in the Kansas City region, as well as Per Scholas, Inc. to serve individuals in the St. Louis region. The providers were selected based off of their experience with work programs, case management, relationships with community organizations and experience working with low-income individuals. These providers offer case management, education, and work-based learning components. They are also able to provide supportive services for those who are not TANF eligible using FNS 50/50 funding. Target population includes ABAWDs, Homeless, Veterans, Students, Single parents, Returning citizens (aka: ex-offenders), Underemployed, and those that reside in rural areas. Highlight any changes from above that the State agency is making to the E&T program based on the prior year’s performance, for instance changes made as a result of E&T outcome and participation data. Expanding the program with additional providers using match funding will increase SkillUP participation. 1/29/26, 8:18 AM State Plan MO FY26 - Amendment 1 https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-mofy26stateplan//index.html 8/226