Short-Term Training Support Program Application

The Short-Term Training Support program is designed to provide funding for short-term training programs (4 months or less) that will enhance employment and advancement opportunities for shareholders, descendants and spouses of shareholders. All training support services are dependent on availability of funding.

BBNC’s funding cycle operates on a fiscal year that begins in April and ends in March. For additional information, please contact Martha Anelon at (907) 265-7861 or email manelon@bbnc.net. If you reside outside of the Anchorage area, please call 1-800-426-3602.

Important Information to Know: Short-term training support funding may not be used for courses that have already begun or completed prior to the application being received and approved for an award of a specific program. Awards must be used for the training period awarded and may not be carried forward. Budget for this program is limited.

Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis and must be complete before funding is approved and processed. Applications should be submitted two weeks prior to the start of the training to allow for adequate processing time.

Application Requirements

1. Applicant must be a BBNC shareholder, descendant or spouse of BBNC shareholder 2. Submit a complete application: a. Training requests must provide verification of enrollment from the school/training provider. This can be uploaded to the application. Programs that require payment up front to register do not need to submit proof or enrollment. b. Applicant must have a Talent Bank Profile on file with BBNC. The Talent Bank Profile can be accessed online at mybbnc.net If applicant does not have a myBBNC account, they must register for an account to access the talent profile. Spouses and descendants must submit the training support application first prior prior to registering for the talent bank for verification purposes. The talent profile includes an employment survey, sections on work experience and skills, education and certifications and a section to upload a current resume.

Personal Information

Applicant Name*

Legal name as it is displayed on your ID.

Address*

Include street address or P.O. Box and city, state and zip code

Email*

Phone Number*

Provide multiple phone numbers if needed.

Date of Birth*

I am a BBNC:*

(Select one)

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If applicant is a descendant or spouse, please list name of direct BBNC shareholder relative

(direct relative is categorized as parent, grandparent or legal spouse. Children that have been legally adopted do qualify for services).

If employed, name of current employer and job title*

If you are not currently employed, list unemployed in this section.

List the date you became employed with this company*

Write N/A if this question does not apply to you.

Select your current employment status*

(Select One)

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Are you a Shareholder of another Alaska Native Regional or Village Corporation? If yes, please select your shareholder status.

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If you are affiliated with another Regional Alaska Native Corporation or Village Corporation, list the name of the company.

This question is asked to determine additional funding resources applicants may be eligible for.

Are you tribally enrolled with a federally recognized Tribe? If yes, please list:

Have you completed a Talent Bank Profile at mybbnc.net?*

If no, go to mybbnc.net (do not use www) after you submit this application to complete your profile. This is required to be considered for funding.

Select

Financial Information

Training Fees/Tuition*

List the amount you are requesting and provide any details or links as necessary. If you are not requesting assistance for training fees/tuition, write N/A.

Transportation*

List the amount you are requesting and provide any details or links as necessary. If you are not requesting assistance for transportation, write N/A. Note: airfare, Uber gift cards or public transit are eligible through this funding program. Car rentals are not eligible.

Books/Supplies*

List the amount you requesting and provide any details or links as necessary. If you are not requesting assistance for books/supplies, write N/A. Note: Electronic supplies such as computers, tablets or i-pads are not eligible for funding.

Lodging*

List the amount you are requesting and provide any details or links as necessary. If you are not requesting assistance for lodging, write N/A.

Other expenses

Describe and list the amount for the request in this section.

List other funding resources you have applied for and the amounts*

This information helps to identify additional funding sources if needed for the request. If you haven't applied to other resources, write N/A.

Training Information

Name of school/company offering the training*

School/Company Mailing Address*

List the address where payment would be sent, if approved.

List the contact person for this training program.*

Include contact information, email and phone number.

Have you applied for admission?*

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Have you been accepted?*

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Does this training program require payment up front to register?*

Select

School/Company Website*

Dates of Attendance*

Type of certification expected upon completion*

Statement of Request

Please answer the following information. If more space is needed, please upload a document through this application or email to manelon@bbnc.net

Proof of Enrollment/Document Uploads

Upload documents for proof of enrollment or for essay responses if needed.

Drag and drop files here or

How does this training relate to your employment goals?*

What are your employment opportunities after training is completed for job attainment or advancement?*

Signature and Release Information

I hereby attest that the information I have provided and which is contained in this application is true, correct and complete. I understand that this application does not commit Bristol Bay Native Corporation to fund or pay any costs incurred in the submission of this application. I hereby authorize the release of any information or portion of this application by or to Shareholder Development staff as is necessary to assist me in obtaining financial assistance and/or employment referrals. I agree to give Bristol Bay Native Corporation the right and permission to publish, copyright, and use any photographs or videos of which I may be included in whole or in part, for any lawful purpose, including marketing, newsletters, website, social media, and other communications efforts. I also agree that if I am approved for funding for training and do not attend the training as scheduled without notifying shareholder development staff, I may be ineligible to apply for the Training Support and Employment Support program for one year. After the probationary period ends, I will be eligible to apply for employment support funding.

By checking this box, I agree that I have read, understand and agree to the above statements and will abide by the conditions of funding, if approved.*

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