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2025-2026 Pennsylvania AmeriCorps State Grants is a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry that funds AmeriCorps national service programs operating within Pennsylvania. These grants support organizations that deploy AmeriCorps members to address critical community needs including education, disaster response, economic opportunity, and environmental stewardship.
Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, local governments, and institutions of higher education in Pennsylvania seeking to launch or expand AmeriCorps programming. Award amounts vary based on the number of member service slots requested. Programs must comply with AmeriCorps program requirements and Pennsylvania-specific performance priorities for the 2025-2026 grant cycle.
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Grants | Department of Labor and Industry | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Throughout the commonwealth and the nation, there are numerous grant and financial aid resources available that can assist individuals and organizations in meeting their goals. The grants and financial aid information below is provided with the intent to help you begin the search, not an all-inclusive link to resources that may be available.
Grant Announcements & Awards Available Grant Opportunities To be contacted regarding future workforce development grant opportunities, please send your email address to <a href=\"mailto:ra-libwda-general@pa. gov\">ra-libwda-general@pa. gov</a>.
</p>\r\n"}}"> To be contacted regarding future workforce development grant opportunities, please send your email address to ra-libwda-general@pa. gov . Jobs for Veterans State Grant Incentive Awards Notice of Award Availability <b> Proposals Due: April 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET</b></p>\r\n<p>The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $64,127.
00 as a cash award the Jobs for Veterans State Grant Incentive Awards (JVSG) to include awards of up to $12,827. 00. Awards will be a one-time cash award.
</p>\r\n<p>This <a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/jvsg%20naa%20-%202026. pdf\">Notice of Award Availability (NAA)</a> describes in detail:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li> The requirements to nominate an entity for the JVSG incentive; and</li>\r\n<li> The criteria that will be used to evaluate nominations.
</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has established this incentive award to honor PA CareerLink® offices and Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDBs) for their exemplary service to veterans, including those with employment barriers, transitioning service members, and eligible spouses and caregivers.
In alignment with VPL 01-24, L&I will distribute JVSG Incentive Awards to PA CareerLink® offices and LWDBs actively advancing the improvement and modernization of employment, training, and placement services for veterans. These awards celebrate organizations whose efforts exemplify excellence in supporting veterans and their families through employment services, while fostering local partnerships and strengthening community ties.
</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li> <a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/jvsg%20naa%20-%202026. pdf\">Jobs for Veterans State Grant Incentive Awards Notice of Award Availability</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> Proposals Due: April 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $64,127.
00 as a cash award the Jobs for Veterans State Grant Incentive Awards (JVSG) to include awards of up to $12,827. 00. Awards will be a one-time cash award.
This Notice of Award Availability (NAA) describes in detail: The requirements to nominate an entity for the JVSG incentive; and The criteria that will be used to evaluate nominations.
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has established this incentive award to honor PA CareerLink® offices and Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDBs) for their exemplary service to veterans, including those with employment barriers, transitioning service members, and eligible spouses and caregivers.
In alignment with VPL 01-24, L&I will distribute JVSG Incentive Awards to PA CareerLink® offices and LWDBs actively advancing the improvement and modernization of employment, training, and placement services for veterans. These awards celebrate organizations whose efforts exemplify excellence in supporting veterans and their families through employment services, while fostering local partnerships and strengthening community ties.
Jobs for Veterans State Grant Incentive Awards Notice of Award Availability Expired Grant Opportunities Pennsylvania Industry Partnerships The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (PA) Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $2.
5 million in funding for Pennsylvania Industry Partnership Grant awards of up to $200,000 for single local workforce development area initiatives or $350,000 for regional or statewide initiatives. If applying as a multiple local area initiative, applicants must name a fiscal agent and describe how they plan to coordinate. Only one partnership in an individual industry sector will be awarded per regional initiative.
The Department of Labor and Industry may set grant awards at amounts lesser than $200,000/$350,000.
This Notice of Grant Availability (NGA) seeks applications to support Industry Partnership initiatives across PA that:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Work to identify workforce, education and training, and economic development needs of businesses and workers within a priority industry sector and proposed project area</li>\r\n<li>Coordinate regional teams to support industry needs</li>\r\n<li>Identify public and community resources to address industry identified needs</li>\r\n<li>Increase collaboration among businesses within a targeted industry sector</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>Together, we expect IP-funded programs to benefit businesses and employees alike with the goal of Pennsylvania businesses and residents thriving.
</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/industry-partnership-nga-2025. pdf\">Pennsylvania Industry Partnerships NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/appendix-a-ip-application-form.
pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/appendix-b-ip-membership-form-template-2025. pdf\">Appendix B: IP Membership Form Template</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/appendix-c-ip-training-plan-template-2024.
xlsx\">Appendix C: IP Traning Plan Template</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/appendix-d-budget-invoicing-instructions. xlsx\">Appendix D: Budget Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/appendix-e-grant-financial-reporting-package.
xlsx\">Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package (UPDATED)</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/appendix-f-ip-ssn-memo-august-6-2024.
pdf\">Appendix F: IP SSN Memo August 6, 2024</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/appendix-g-worker-protection-and-investment-certification-form.
pdf\">Appendix G: Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/industry-partnership-faq. pdf\">Industry Partnership FAQs</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu.
be/vbOoWSb2owg\">Industry Partnership Webinar</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (PA) Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $2. 5 million in funding for Pennsylvania Industry Partnership Grant awards of up to $200,000 for single local workforce development area initiatives or $350,000 for regional or statewide initiatives.
If applying as a multiple local area initiative, applicants must name a fiscal agent and describe how they plan to coordinate. Only one partnership in an individual industry sector will be awarded per regional initiative. The Department of Labor and Industry may set grant awards at amounts lesser than $200,000/$350,000.
This Notice of Grant Availability (NGA) seeks applications to support Industry Partnership initiatives across PA that: Work to identify workforce, education and training, and economic development needs of businesses and workers within a priority industry sector and proposed project area Coordinate regional teams to support industry needs Identify public and community resources to address industry identified needs Increase collaboration among businesses within a targeted industry sector Together, we expect IP-funded programs to benefit businesses and employees alike with the goal of Pennsylvania businesses and residents thriving.
Pennsylvania Industry Partnerships NGA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: IP Membership Form Template Appendix C: IP Traning Plan Template Appendix D: Budget Invoicing Instructions Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package (UPDATED) Appendix F: IP SSN Memo August 6, 2024 Appendix G: Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form Industry Partnership FAQs Industry Partnership Webinar Pennsylvania’s Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure (WPDI) <b>The application deadline for this grant opportunity is Friday, February 20, 2026, at 11:59 p.
m. E. T.
</b></p>\r\n<p>The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $2 million in funding through the Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure (WPDI) Grant. One grant will be awarded through a competitive process.
L&I developed this grant opportunity as part of a broader, collaborative framework to align workforce strategies with both regional economic development goals and statewide priorities.
The WPDI Grant is designed to support the development of a comprehensive investment plan focused on building regional capacity and creating industry-led solutions to ensure Pennsylvanians have the appropriate skills and experiences essential to the construction, power, supply and operations of Pennsylvania’s digital infrastructure—particularly in the data center sector.
Training and workforce strategies funded through this grant will be data-informed and guided by labor market insights. The goal is to ensure that the resulting employment opportunities are high-quality—offering strong wages, benefits, career advancement potential, and alignment with industry standards for worker protections and long-term stability—including those commonly associated with union-covered roles.
The selected awardee will create a regional response team of dedicated partners with the expertise, experience and capacity to jointly address the in-demand workforce needs of a data center located in Salem Township, Luzerne County. </p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/wpdi-nga.
pdf\">Pennsylvania’s Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure (WPDI) NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-a-application-form. pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-b-project-summary-cover-page.
pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-c-project-narrative. pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-d-letters-of-support.
pdf\">Appendix D: Letters of Support</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-e-grant-financial-reporting-pkg.
xlsx\">Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-e-budget-invoicing-instructions.
xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-f-worker-protection-certification. pdf\">Appendix F: Worker Protection Certification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-g-local-board-notification.
pdf\">Appendix G: Local Board Notification</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-h-grant-action-plan. pdf\">Appendix H: Grant Action Plan</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu.
be/iwaj3qlsCho\">Bidder's Conference Recording</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/wpdi-qa. pdf\">Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure Grant Q&A</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The application deadline for this grant opportunity is Friday, February 20, 2026, at 11:59 p. m.
E. T. The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $2 million in funding through the Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure (WPDI) Grant.
One grant will be awarded through a competitive process. L&I developed this grant opportunity as part of a broader, collaborative framework to align workforce strategies with both regional economic development goals and statewide priorities.
The WPDI Grant is designed to support the development of a comprehensive investment plan focused on building regional capacity and creating industry-led solutions to ensure Pennsylvanians have the appropriate skills and experiences essential to the construction, power, supply and operations of Pennsylvania’s digital infrastructure—particularly in the data center sector.
Training and workforce strategies funded through this grant will be data-informed and guided by labor market insights. The goal is to ensure that the resulting employment opportunities are high-quality—offering strong wages, benefits, career advancement potential, and alignment with industry standards for worker protections and long-term stability—including those commonly associated with union-covered roles.
The selected awardee will create a regional response team of dedicated partners with the expertise, experience and capacity to jointly address the in-demand workforce needs of a data center located in Salem Township, Luzerne County.
Pennsylvania’s Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure (WPDI) NGA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Appendix D: Letters of Support Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form Appendix E: Budget Invoicing Instructions Appendix F: Worker Protection Certification Form Appendix G: Local Board Notification Appendix H: Grant Action Plan Bidder's Conference Recording Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure Grant Q&A Veteran Employment Program Grant (VEP) <b>The application deadline for this grant opportunity is Monday, February 9, 2026, at 11:59 p.
m. E. T.
</b></p>\r\n<p><b>This Veteran Employment Program (VEP) NGA is being reposted exclusively to serve Delaware County veterans, as the initial application period did not produce a competitive pool of applications. </b></p>\r\n<p>The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has created this grant opportunity to support Delaware County veterans by offering services that address barriers to employment.
The availability of approximately $200,000 will be competitively awarded to one entity to support a comprehensive approach to achieving veteran employment objectives. Pennsylvania remains committed to supporting its most honorable citizens by enhancing access to veteran employment resources as part of the Commonwealth’s broader strategic initiative.
Many government programs and community organizations have established strong partnerships with veterans to advance this goal. Through the Veteran Employment Program (VEP) for Delaware County veterans, funding is made available to support innovative solutions that address employment barriers. This funding enables an entity to develop and implement new strategies aimed at improving employment outcomes for veterans in Delaware County.
</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/vep-py25-delaware-county. pdf\">Veteran Employment Program (VEP) - Delaware County NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-a-application.
pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-b-project-summary-cover-page. pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-c-project-narrative.
pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-d-letter-of-support. pdf\">Appendix D: Letters of Support</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-e-grant-financial-reporting-package-py25-delaware-vep-budget-form.
xlsx\">Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-e-budget-invoicing-instructions.
xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget & Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-f-workers-protection-certification.
pdf\">Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-g-local-board-notification. pdf\">Appendix G: Local Board Notification</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-h-grant-action-plan.
pdf\">Appendix H: Grant Action Plan</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu. be/SBAYG35ozy4\">Bidder's Conference Recording</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The application deadline for this grant opportunity is Monday, February 9, 2026, at 11:59 p. m.
E. T. This Veteran Employment Program (VEP) NGA is being reposted exclusively to serve Delaware County veterans, as the initial application period did not produce a competitive pool of applications.
The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has created this grant opportunity to support Delaware County veterans by offering services that address barriers to employment. The availability of approximately $200,000 will be competitively awarded to one entity to support a comprehensive approach to achieving veteran employment objectives.
Pennsylvania remains committed to supporting its most honorable citizens by enhancing access to veteran employment resources as part of the Commonwealth’s broader strategic initiative. Many government programs and community organizations have established strong partnerships with veterans to advance this goal.
Through the Veteran Employment Program (VEP) for Delaware County veterans, funding is made available to support innovative solutions that address employment barriers. This funding enables an entity to develop and implement new strategies aimed at improving employment outcomes for veterans in Delaware County.
Veteran Employment Program (VEP) - Delaware County NGA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Appendix D: Letters of Support Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form Appendix E: Budget & Invoicing Instructions Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form Appendix G: Local Board Notification Appendix H: Grant Action Plan Bidder's Conference Recording Statewide Layoff Aversion Program (SLAP) <b>The application deadline for this grant opportunity was Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:59 P.
M. ET. </b></p>\r\n<p>The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of $5,400,000 in funding for the Statewide Layoff Aversion Program (SLAP) Grant to be structured as $1,800,000 for the first year with the option of $1,800,000 per year for up to two additional years.
Funding will be awarded competitively based on availability of funds. L&I will advance rapid response services through the competitive award of one grant to provide statewide layoff aversion activities to<b> </b>stabilize, restructure, turn-around or attract buyers for at-risk businesses.
The activities described in this NGA will complement L&I’s current workforce initiatives with a focus on supporting the business and workforce needs of employers and their workers through layoff aversion. </p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/slap%202026%20nga.
pdf\">Statewide Layoff Aversion Program (SLAP) NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20a%20application%20form. pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20b%20project%20summary%20cover%20page.
pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20c%20project%20narrative. pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative Template</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20d%20letter%20of%20support.
pdf\">Appendix D: Letters of Support</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20e%20py25%20slap%20budget%20template.
xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget Form and Justification</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20e%20budget%20invoicing%20instructions.
xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20f%20workers%20protection%20certification.
pdf\">Appendix F: Worker Protection and Investment Certificate Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20g%20local%20board%20notification.
pdf\">Appendix G: Local Board Notification</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20h%20grant%20action%20plan. pdf\">Appendix H: Grant Action Plan</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/2026-slap-bidders-presentation.
pdf\">Bidders' Conference Presentation</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/slap-q-a. pdf\">Bidders' Conference Q&A</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The application deadline for this grant opportunity was Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:59 P. M.
ET. The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of $5,400,000 in funding for the Statewide Layoff Aversion Program (SLAP) Grant to be structured as $1,800,000 for the first year with the option of $1,800,000 per year for up to two additional years. Funding will be awarded competitively based on availability of funds.
L&I will advance rapid response services through the competitive award of one grant to provide statewide layoff aversion activities to stabilize, restructure, turn-around or attract buyers for at-risk businesses. The activities described in this NGA will complement L&I’s current workforce initiatives with a focus on supporting the business and workforce needs of employers and their workers through layoff aversion.
Statewide Layoff Aversion Program (SLAP) NGA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Template Appendix D: Letters of Support Appendix E: Budget Form and Justification Appendix E: Budget Invoicing Instructions Appendix F: Worker Protection and Investment Certificate Form Appendix G: Local Board Notification Appendix H: Grant Action Plan Bidders' Conference Presentation <b>The application deadline for the Schools to Work – Round 6 Grant was Monday, December 22, 2025, at 11:59 p.
m. E. T.
</b></p>\r\n<p>The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $3,800,000 in state funds for Schools-to-Work Round 6 (STW6) Grant awards, which will be competitively awarded up to $250,000 each.
The STW6 Grant focus is building programs to fill current and anticipated labor market needs by increasing workforce training and partnership programs, as well as utilizing the Apprenticeship Training Office’s current workforce initiatives, to develop the skills of students in Grades 9 through 12 through the building or expansion of Pre-Apprenticeship programs as outlined in the Notice of Grant Availability (NGA).
</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/stw6_nga. pdf\">Schools to Work - Round 6 NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20a%20application.
pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20b%20project%20summary%20cover%20page. pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20c%20project%20narrative.
pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20d%20letter%20of%20support. pdf\">Appendix D: Letters of Support</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20e%20-%20stw6%20gfrp.
xlsx\">Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix-e-stw6-budget-prep-manual.
pdf\">Appendix E: Budget Preparation Manual</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20f%20workers%20protection%20certification.
pdf\">Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20g%20local%20board%20notification.
pdf\">Appendix G: Local Board Notification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20h%20grant%20action%20plan. pdf\">Appendix H: Grant Action Plan</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu.
be/_Wysy6zSLuA\">Schools to Work - Round 6 Bidder's Conference (YouTube)</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stwg/stw6-qa-11. 18. 2025.
pdf\">Schools to Work - Round 6 Questions & Answers - 11. 18. 2025 Bidder's Conference</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/schools%20to%20work%20legislative%20report_2025.
pdf\">Schools to Work Progress Report</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The application deadline for the Schools to Work – Round 6 Grant was Monday, December 22, 2025, at 11:59 p. m. E.
T. The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $3,800,000 in state funds for Schools-to-Work Round 6 (STW6) Grant awards, which will be competitively awarded up to $250,000 each.
The STW6 Grant focus is building programs to fill current and anticipated labor market needs by increasing workforce training and partnership programs, as well as utilizing the Apprenticeship Training Office’s current workforce initiatives, to develop the skills of students in Grades 9 through 12 through the building or expansion of Pre-Apprenticeship programs as outlined in the Notice of Grant Availability (NGA).
Schools to Work - Round 6 NGA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Appendix D: Letters of Support Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form Appendix E: Budget Preparation Manual Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form Appendix G: Local Board Notification Form Appendix H: Grant Action Plan Schools to Work - Round 6 Bidder's Conference (YouTube) Schools to Work - Round 6 Questions & Answers - 11.
18. 2025 Bidder's Conference Schools to Work Progress Report Veterans Employment Program (VEP) <b>The application deadline for this grant opportunity was Friday, December 5, 2025, at 11:59 p. m.
E. T. </b></p>\r\n<p>The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has created this grant opportunity to support Pennsylvania veterans by offering services that address barriers to employment.
The availability of approximately $400,000 will be competitively awarded to support a comprehensive approach to achieving veteran employment objectives. Pennsylvania remains committed to supporting its most honorable citizens by enhancing access to veteran employment resources as part of the Commonwealth’s broader strategic initiative.
Many government programs and community organizations have established strong partnerships with veterans to advance this goal. Through the Veterans Employment Program (VEP), funding is made available to support innovative solutions that address employment barriers.
This funding enables awarded entities to develop and implement new strategies aimed at improving employment outcomes for veterans in Delaware County and across the Commonwealth. </p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/vep%20py25%20nga.
pdf\">Veteran Employment Program NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/vep%20py25%20qa. pdf\">VEP PY25 – Question and Answer</a> </li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20a%20application.
pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20b%20project%20summary%20cover%20page. pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20c%20project%20narrative.
pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20d%20letter%20of%20support. pdf\">Appendix D: Letters of Support</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20e%20grant%20financial%20reporting%20package.
xlsx\">Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20e%20budget%20invoicing%20instructions.
xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget & Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20f%20workers%20protection%20certification.
pdf\">Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20g%20local%20board%20notification.
pdf\">Appendix G: Local Board Notification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20h%20grant%20action%20plan. pdf\">Appendix H: Grant Action Plan</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu.
be/kAmlYkEL72Y\">VEP Bidder's Conference Recording</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The application deadline for this grant opportunity was Friday, December 5, 2025, at 11:59 p. m. E.
T. The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has created this grant opportunity to support Pennsylvania veterans by offering services that address barriers to employment. The availability of approximately $400,000 will be competitively awarded to support a comprehensive approach to achieving veteran employment objectives.
Pennsylvania remains committed to supporting its most honorable citizens by enhancing access to veteran employment resources as part of the Commonwealth’s broader strategic initiative. Many government programs and community organizations have established strong partnerships with veterans to advance this goal.
Through the Veterans Employment Program (VEP), funding is made available to support innovative solutions that address employment barriers. This funding enables awarded entities to develop and implement new strategies aimed at improving employment outcomes for veterans in Delaware County and across the Commonwealth.
Veteran Employment Program NGA VEP PY25 – Question and Answer Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Appendix D: Letters of Support Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form Appendix E: Budget & Invoicing Instructions Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form Appendix G: Local Board Notification Form Appendix H: Grant Action Plan VEP Bidder's Conference Recording Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative Grant The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of $1,000,000 in funding for the Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative.
The purpose of this NGA is to competitively award one applicant to support individuals incarcerated in minimum- or low-security federal prisons in Pennsylvania and prepare them for reentry to the community through individualized reentry planning such as, pre-release workforce training, job search preparation, and reintegration success strategies, coupled with multi-faceted post-release supports and services.
</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/next-step-nga. pdf\">Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-a-application-form.
pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-b-project-summary-cover-page. pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-c-project-narrative.
pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-d-letters-of-support. pdf\">Appendix D: Letters of Support</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-e-budget-form-justification.
xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget Form and Justification</a><br>\r\n</li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-e-budget-invoicing. xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-f-worker-protection-investment-certification.
pdf\">Appendix F: Worker Protection and Investment Certificate Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-g-local-board-notification. pdf\">Appendix G: Local Board Notification</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-h-grant-action-plan.
pdf\">Appendix H: Grant Action Plan</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-i-pathways-to-success-curriculum. pdf\">Appendix I: Pathways to Success Curriculum</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/next-step-q-a.
pdf\">Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative Q&A</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/next-step-bidders-conf. pdf\">Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative Bidders Conference</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of $1,000,000 in funding for the Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative.
The purpose of this NGA is to competitively award one applicant to support individuals incarcerated in minimum- or low-security federal prisons in Pennsylvania and prepare them for reentry to the community through individualized reentry planning such as, pre-release workforce training, job search preparation, and reintegration success strategies, coupled with multi-faceted post-release supports and services.
Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative NGA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Appendix D: Letters of Support Appendix E: Budget Form and Justification Appendix E: Budget Invoicing Instructions Appendix F: Worker Protection and Investment Certificate Form Appendix G: Local Board Notification Appendix H: Grant Action Plan Appendix I: Pathways to Success Curriculum Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative Q&A Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative Bidders Conference Supporting Pennsylvania's Advanced Manufacturing Sector Through Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeships <b>The application deadline for the <i>Supporting Pennsylvania's Advanced Manufacturing Sector Through Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeships </i>Grant was Friday, August 29, 2025, at 4 p.
m. E. T.
</b></p>\r\n<p>The notice of grant availability (NGA) offers eligible applicants the opportunity to serve as sponsors or intermediaries of new registered apprenticeships or pre-apprenticeships. Additionally, the NGA offers the opportunity for expansion of existing registered apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeships. Approximately $4,000,000 in funding is available with a maximum award amount between $200,000 and $400,000.
The deadline to apply was August 29, 2025 at 4 pm. All components required for the grant submission can be found within the NGA and the related appendices. </p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/adv-mfg-nga.
pdf\">Supporting Pennsylvania's Advanced Manufacturing Sector Through Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeships NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-a-application-form.
pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-b-project-summary-cover-page. pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-c-project-narrative.
pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-d-timeline-template. pdf\">Appendix D: Timeline Template</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-e-goals-outcomes.
xlsx\">Appendix E: Goals and Outcome Table</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-f-sustainability-plan. pdf\">Appendix F: Sustainability Plan Template</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-g-letters-of-support.
pdf\">Appendix G: Letters of Support Sample</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-h-gfrp-template. xlsx\">Appendix H: Grant Financial Reporting Package</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/appendix-h-budget-invoicing-instructions.
xlsx\">Appendix H: Budget Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-i-worker-protection-and-investment-certification-form.
pdf\">Appendix I: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/adv-man-bidders-conference. pdf\">Advanced Manufacturing Bidder's Conference Presentation</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu. be/z0d2c_KVnFE\"></a><a href=\"https://youtu.
be/z0d2c_KVnFE\">Advanced Manufacturing Bidder's Conference (YouTube)</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/adv-mfg-bidders-q-a.
pdf\">Advanced Manufacturing Bidder's Conference Q&A</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The application deadline for the Supporting Pennsylvania's Advanced Manufacturing Sector Through Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeships Grant was Friday, August 29, 2025, at 4 p. m. E.
T. The notice of grant availability (NGA) offers eligible applicants the opportunity to serve as sponsors or intermediaries of new registered apprenticeships or pre-apprenticeships. Additionally, the NGA offers the opportunity for expansion of existing registered apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeships.
Approximately $4,000,000 in funding is available with a maximum award amount between $200,000 and $400,000. The deadline to apply was August 29, 2025 at 4 pm. All components required for the grant submission can be found within the NGA and the related appendices.
Supporting Pennsylvania's Advanced Manufacturing Sector Through Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeships NGA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Appendix D: Timeline Template Appendix E: Goals and Outcome Table Appendix F: Sustainability Plan Template Appendix G: Letters of Support Sample Appendix H: Grant Financial Reporting Package Appendix H: Budget Invoicing Instructions Appendix I: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form Advanced Manufacturing Bidder's Conference Presentation Advanced Manufacturing Bidder's Conference (YouTube) Advanced Manufacturing Bidder's Conference Q&A Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) <b>The application deadline for the <i>Jobs for Veterans State Grant Incentive Awards </i>Grant is Monday, June 2, 2025, at 11:59 p.
m. E. T.
</b></p>\r\n<p>The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $65,109. 50 as a cash award the Jobs for Veterans State Grans Incentive Awards (JVSG) to include awards of up to $13,021. 90.
Awards will be a one-time cash award. </p>\r\n<p>This Notice of Award Availability (NAA) describes in detail:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>The requirements to nominate an entity for the incentive; and</li>\r\n<li>The criteria that will be used to evaluate nominations.
</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has established this incentive award to honor PA CareerLink® offices and Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDBs) for their exemplary service to veterans, including those with employment barriers, transitioning service members, and eligible spouses and caregivers.
In alignment with VPL 01-24, L&I will distribute JVSG Incentive Awards to PA CareerLink® offices and LWDBs actively advancing the improvement and modernization of employment, training, and placement services for veterans. These awards celebrate organizations whose efforts exemplify excellence in supporting veterans and their families through employment services, while fostering local partnerships and strengthening community ties.
</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/jvsg/jvsg-naa. pdf\">Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) Notice of Award Availability NAA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/jvsg/appendix-a-application-form.
pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/jvsg/appendix-b-project-summary-page. pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/jvsg/appendix-c-project-narrative-placeholder.
pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/jvsg/appendix-d-worker-protection-certification-form. pdf\">Appendix D: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu.
be/nl_zYvuJXyA\">Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) Bidder's Conference (YouTube)</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The application deadline for the Jobs for Veterans State Grant Incentive Awards Grant is Monday, June 2, 2025, at 11:59 p. m. E.
T. The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $65,109. 50 as a cash award the Jobs for Veterans State Grans Incentive Awards (JVSG) to include awards of up to $13,021.
90. Awards will be a one-time cash award. This Notice of Award Availability (NAA) describes in detail: The requirements to nominate an entity for the incentive; and The criteria that will be used to evaluate nominations.
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has established this incentive award to honor PA CareerLink® offices and Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDBs) for their exemplary service to veterans, including those with employment barriers, transitioning service members, and eligible spouses and caregivers.
In alignment with VPL 01-24, L&I will distribute JVSG Incentive Awards to PA CareerLink® offices and LWDBs actively advancing the improvement and modernization of employment, training, and placement services for veterans. These awards celebrate organizations whose efforts exemplify excellence in supporting veterans and their families through employment services, while fostering local partnerships and strengthening community ties.
Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) Notice of Award Availability NAA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Appendix D: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) Bidder's Conference (YouTube) Supporting Certified Teacher Registered Apprenticeship (CTRA) Programs in Pennsylvania Explore CTRA Resources & Training Tools <b>The application deadline for the <i>Supporting Certified Teacher Registered Apprenticeship (CTRA) Programs in Pennsylvania </i>Grant is Friday, February 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.
m. E. T.
</b></p>\r\n<p>The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $4,200,000 in funding for Supporting Certified Teacher Registered Apprenticeship (CTRA) Programs Grants in Pennsylvania to support schools throughout our commonwealth facing significant barriers to staffing qualified teachers.
The purpose of this grant is to provide funds to schools and districts to support the creation of CTRA programs under the guidance of the Apprenticeship Training Office (ATO). The CTRA programs will utilize the framework(s) designed under the “Building and Supporting a Certified Teacher Apprenticeship Program” grant initiative.
</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ctra2/ctra-nga. pdf\">Supporting Certified Teacher Registered Apprenticeship (CTRA) Programs in Pennsylvania NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ctra2/appendix-a-application-form.
pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ctra2/appendix-b-project-summary-cover-page. pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ctra2/appendix-c-project-narrative.
pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ctra2/appendix-d-timeline-template. pdf\">Appendix D: Timeline Template</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ctra2/appendix-e-goals-and-outcomes-table.
xlsx\">Appendix E: Goals and Outcome Table</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ctra2/appendix-f-sustainability-plan. pdf\">Appendix F: Sustainability Plan Template</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ctra2/appendix-g-letters-of-support-template.
pdf\">Appendix G: Letters of Support Sample</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ctra2/appendix-h-ctra-apprenticeship-gfrp-template.
xlsx\">Appendix H: Grant Financial Reporting Package & Justification Form</a> - corrected 2-27-2025</li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ctra2/appendix-h-budget-invoicing-instructions.
xlsx\">Appendix H: Budget Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ctra2/appendix-i-worker-protection-and-investment-certification-form.
pdf\">Appendix I: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ctra2/ctra-questions-answers. pdf\">Q&As from Bidder's Conference</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu.
be/qmB_PpDSnxM\">CTRA Grantee Meeting (YouTube)</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>Some of the information in the recording below has changed since this meeting was held. Please refer to the updated NGA posted above for the current information. </p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://www.
youtube. com/watch? v=c95d_1sJ8MI?
Rel=0\">CTRA Bidder's Conference Video</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The application deadline for the Supporting Certified Teacher Registered Apprenticeship (CTRA) Programs in Pennsylvania Grant is Friday, February 28, 2025, at 11:59 p. m. E.
T. The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $4,200,000 in funding for Supporting Certified Teacher Registered Apprenticeship (CTRA) Programs Grants in Pennsylvania to support schools throughout our commonwealth facing significant barriers to staffing qualified teachers.
The purpose of this grant is to provide funds to schools and districts to support the creation of CTRA programs under the guidance of the Apprenticeship Training Office (ATO). The CTRA programs will utilize the framework(s) designed under the “Building and Supporting a Certified Teacher Apprenticeship Program” grant initiative.
Supporting Certified Teacher Registered Apprenticeship (CTRA) Programs in Pennsylvania NGA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Appendix D: Timeline Template Appendix E: Goals and Outcome Table Appendix F: Sustainability Plan Template Appendix G: Letters of Support Sample Appendix H: Grant Financial Reporting Package & Justification Form - corrected 2-27-2025 Appendix H: Budget Invoicing Instructions Appendix I: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form Q&As from Bidder's Conference CTRA Grantee Meeting (YouTube) Some of the information in the recording below has changed since this meeting was held.
Please refer to the updated NGA posted above for the current information. CTRA Bidder's Conference Video Supporting Pennsylvania’s Agriculture Sector through Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeships <b>The application deadline for this grant opportunity is Friday, February 28, 2025, at 4 p. m.
E. T. </b></p>\r\n<p>The notice of grant availability (NGA) offers eligible applicants the opportunity to serve as sponsors or intermediaries of new registered apprenticeships or pre-apprenticeships.
Additionally, the NGA offers the opportunity for expansion of existing registered apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeships. Approximately $2, 000,000 in funding is available with a maximum award amount between $200,000 and $400,000. The deadline to apply is February 28, 2025 at 4 pm.
All components required for the grant submission can be found within the NGA and the related appendices. </p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/agriculture-sector/agriculture-sector-nga.
pdf\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255,255,255);\">Supporting Pennsylvania’s Agriculture Sector through Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeships NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/agriculture-sector/appendix-a-application-form.
pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/agriculture-sector/appendix-b-project-summary-cover-page. pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/agriculture-sector/appendix-c-project-narrative.
pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/agriculture-sector/appendix-d-timeline-template. pdf\">Appendix D: Timeline Template</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/agriculture-sector/appendix-e-goals-and-outcomes-table.
xlsx\">Appendix E: Goals and Outcomes Opportunity 1 & 2</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/agriculture-sector/appendix-f-sustainability-plan.
pdf\">Appendix F: Sustainability Plan Template</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/agriculture-sector/appendix-g-letters-of-support-template-initiatives.
pdf\">Appendix G: Letters of Support Sample</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/agriculture-sector/appendix-h-agriculture-apprenticeship-budget-template.
xlsx\">Appendix H: Grant Financial Reporting Package</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/agriculture-sector/budget-invoicing-instructions.
xlsx\">Budget and Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/agriculture-sector/appendix-i-worker-protection-and-investment-certification-form. pdf\">Appendix I:
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations, local governments, and institutions of higher education in Pennsylvania. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative Grant is sponsored by Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I). This initiative competitively awards one applicant to support individuals incarcerated in minimum- or low-security federal prisons in Pennsylvania, preparing them for reentry to the community through individualized reentry planning, pre-release workforce training, job search pre…
Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure (WPDI) Grant is sponsored by Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $2 million in funding through the Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure (WPDI) Grant. One grant will be awarded through a competitive process. L&I developed this grant opportunity as part of a broader, collaborative framework to align workforce strategies with both regional economic development goals and statewide priorities.