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Find similar grantsApprenticeship Expansion Competitive Grant Program is sponsored by Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO). Supports workforce programs that expand Registered Apprenticeship Programs and pre-apprenticeship programs leading to RAPs.
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Please update your browser to the latest version of Internet Explorer , or use one of the following browsers (Windows XP users will need to use one of these, since Internet Explorer 9 and above are not supported in Windows XP): 2025 Apprenticeship Expansion Competitive Grant Program NOFO 2025 Apprenticeship Expansion Competitive Grant Program NOFO The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has issued the 2025 Apprenticeship Expansion Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to support workforce programs that expand Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs) and Pre-Apprenticeship Programs leading to RAPs.
This initiative will fund high-impact Intermediaries responsible for creating and managing RAPs while supporting apprentices throughout their journey. The Illinois Apprenticeship Expansion Program aims to increase Registered Apprenticeship opportunities for career seekers while supporting employers by funding Intermediaries.
These Intermediaries are key players in developing and administering programs, offering direct services to participants enrolled in Registered Apprenticeship Programs or Pre-Apprenticeship Programs.
DCEO will prioritize programs in non-traditional, in-demand RAPs and Pre-Apprenticeships leading to RAPs, including healthcare, information technology, finance and business, architecture and engineering, creative industries, and public sector and government.
Eligible Applicants include community-based organizations, municipalities, education institutions (e.g., school districts, community colleges), industry associations, state agencies, workforce boards, and nonprofits that will serve as high-impact Intermediaries with the capacity to meet program requirements. Eligible Participants to Serve: Funds can serve adults, youth, and individuals with disabilities.
All must be Illinois residents aged 16 or above and authorized to work in the United States. Please note that multiple funding streams, including the State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula Grant (SAEF) and the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Talent Pipeline Management Program (TPM), may fund applications submitted under this NOFO.
Grantees must comply with the funding requirements established by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). This NOFO is funded by the U.S. Department of Labor Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Statewide Activities Funds and the Apprenticeship Expansion Program (if Illinois’ competitive application is approved).
Total Funding Available: $5-10 million Grant Range: $200,000-$1,000,000 Number of Grants: 10-35 anticipated Grant Commitment Date: July 1, 2025 Grant Term: 24 months, with a possible 12-month renewal For inquiries, contact Chase Martin or attend an information session. Submit questions to the FAQ page, which will be posted and answered.
Frequently Asked Questions Applicants must submit all required documentation outlined in the NOFO by 11:59pm on March 21, 2025 . The application must include enough information for DCEO to understand the project scope. For detailed information about the funding opportunity and application instructions, refer to the NOFO Supplement and the required documents linked under NOFO Materials .
The grant term/performance period is determined based on the specific project. Most grants are anticipated to be awarded for 24 months, with the possibility of an additional 12-month renewal depending on grant negotiations, funding availability, and program regulations.
2025 Apprenticeship Expansion NOFO Supplement (New) Application Submission Tip Sheet Project Workplan ( Attachments within Excel spreadsheet tabs ) Attachment 1: Project Summary Attachment 2: Participant Info & Outcomes Attachment 3: Employer Info & Outcomes Attachment 4: RAP Training Info Attachment 5: Pre-Apprenticeship Training Info Attachment 6: Staffing Plan Attachment 7: Goal & Activity Timeline Formatted Grant Technical Proposal Conflict of Interest Disclosure Uniform Grant Application (Updated) Uniform Budget Template (New) Uniform Budget Changes Sample MOU Template State of Illinois WIOA Unified State Plan WIOA Regional/Local Plans by Economic Development Region State of Illinois WIOA ePolicy Portal DCEO Grant Resource Library Grant Accountability and Transparency Act Climate and Equitable Jobs Act U.S. DOL Office of Apprenticeship Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Unified Guidance for Federal Awards Apprenticeship Industries Success Stories in Illinois workNet Written testimonials highlight program successes and showcase the positive impact of initiatives by demonstrating how programs enhance the quality of life for individuals, families, organizations, businesses, local governments, and communities in Illinois.
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Appendix A: Apprenticeship Illinois Framework Appendix B: Illinois Local Workforce Innovation Areas and Economic Development Regions Appendix C: U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Talent Pipeline Management Appendix D: Support for Non-Traditional Apprenticeships Appendix E: Memorandum of Understanding Appendix F: Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act – Title IB Eligibility Regulations Appendix G: Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act – Performance Measures Appendix H: Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act – Eligible Training Provider List Appendix I: Resources for Implementing and Operating Apprenticeship Programs DCEO will coordinate at least three information sessions for this NOFO.
Attendance is recommended but not required. The in-person sessions will include options to attend a Grants 101 Session and/or NOFO Information Session . Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 2:00pm Wednesday, February 24, 2025 at 9:00am Michael A.
Bilandic Building 160 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, IL 60601 Friday, February 28, 2025 at 9:00am Memorial Learning Center 228 West Miller Street, Springfield, IL 62702 ( Parking Instructions ) Grant Writing Presentation Grant Writing Activity Guide The current browser does not support Web pages that contain the IFRAME element. To use this Web Part, you must use a browser that supports this element, such as Internet Explorer 7.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofits, including 501(c)(3) organizations, in Illinois. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $200,000 to $1,000,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Apprenticeship Expansion Competitive Grant Program is funded by Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Illinois. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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