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Apprenticeship Illinois Expansion Grant 2026 is sponsored by Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (Office of Employment and Training). This grant provides funding to Local Workforce Innovation Boards (LWIBs) and WIOA Core Partners in Illinois to support the expansion of apprenticeship programs.
Funds are used to support local and regional business services teams in developing and implementing apprenticeship expansion strategies.
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Search similar grants →Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Local Workforce Innovation Boards (LWIBs) and WIOA Core Partners in Illinois. Funding opportunities are limited to public and private organizations in good standing with the Illinois Secretary of State. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies (supports a qualified Apprenticeship Specialist in each Local Workforce Innovation Area). Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is May 22, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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