Take Action to Protect Section 99aa Funding
Project SEARCH Employment Programs partners local schools with local businesses to help young adults find work while creating financial efficiencies for Michigan.
Protect Project SEARCH Michigan
A proven workforce development program helping young adults with disabilities gain meaningful employment while strengthening Michigan’s workforce and economy.
75–85%
Employment Success Rate
$10–14M
Estimated Annual Savings
Statewide
School & Employer Partnerships
Why Project SEARCH Matters in Michigan
Project SEARCH Michigan helps students with disabilities transition into meaningful employment through immersive, hands-on training in real business environments.
Supported through Section 99aa of the School Aid Fund, the program delivers measurable workforce, education, and economic outcomes across Michigan.
Students
Gain independence, confidence, and real employment opportunities.
Families
Experience stability, opportunity, and long-term support systems.
Employers
Access reliable, trained, and motivated employees.
Communities
Strengthen inclusive workforce participation and economic growth.
Take Action Today
Read the Press Release
Understand the FY2027 funding impact.
Contact Your Legislator
Ask for restoration of Section 99aa funding.
Share Your Story
Tell your Project SEARCH experience.
Explore the Program
See statewide impact and partnerships.
Download Toolkit
Get advocacy tools and messaging resources.
Legislator Talking Points & Scripts
Email and phone scripts written for you to clearly communicate the impact of Project SEARCH.
This is a critical decision point
Decisions made in this budget cycle will determine whether students with disabilities continue to access meaningful employment pathways through Project SEARCH. The program is already delivering strong outcomes for students, employers, and communities across Michigan.
Voices from the Field
Hear directly from participants, families, and employers about the impact of Project SEARCH Michigan.