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Foundations in Industry Training (FIT) Grant Program is sponsored by Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED). The FIT Grant Program aims to increase apprenticeship availability to Pennsylvania employers by providing assistance to registered apprenticeship programs. Funding can be used for expenses related to instruction that complements on-the-job learning.
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Foundations in Industry Training (FIT) Grant Program - PA Department of Community & Economic Development Foundations in Industry Training (FIT) Grant Program View the 2026 Foundations In Industry Training (FIT) Grant Program awarded projects. The Foundations in Industry Training (FIT) Grant Program is a statewide program which offers assistance to registered apprenticeship programs.
The program’s goal is to increase apprenticeship availability to Pennsylvania employers to assist them with their talent recruitment and development. Funding will be provided to eligible applicants for the purpose of reaching the goal of increasing apprenticeship accessibility across the state. Eligible uses of funds are expenses related to instruction that complements on-the-job learning.
Workforce Development Boards Economic Development Organizations Local Career Technical Education Institutions Pennsylvania Community Colleges Community Organizations or Associations Sponsors may request funding for plans not to exceed three years, at $3,000 per apprentice per year. Costs incurred above this amount are the responsibility of the employer.
Frequently Asked Questions To learn more about registered apprenticeship programs in Pennsylvania, visit the PA Department of Labor and Industry’s website .
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants include single employers, employer consortiums, Workforce Development Boards, Economic Development Organizations, Labor Organizations, Local Career Technical Education Institutions, Pennsylvania Community Colleges, and Community Organizations or Associations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $3,000 per apprentice per year, up to three years. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Foundations in Industry Training (FIT) Grant Program is funded by Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Pennsylvania. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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