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Find similar grantsFuture Energy Job Act Multi-Cultural Jobs Programs is sponsored by Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO). Supports community-based, diversity-focused organizations providing development, economic, or career-related opportunities in the clean energy sector.
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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): FEJA Multi-Cultural Jobs Program NOFO FEJA Multi-Cultural Jobs Program NOFO The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has announced the 2025 Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA) Multi-Cultural Jobs Program to bolster clean energy training and skill development programs for traditionally underserved participants seeking employment in the clean energy industry.
This initiative aligns with the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) and the state's overall commitment to stimulate job growth in the clean energy economy with investments in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and clean energy workforce development.
This program will provide funding for clean energy workforce training programs that focus on employer connections and pair education and occupational training with work-based learning and supportive services to individuals in need of self-sustaining employment. These workforce development programs must prepare participants with the requisite knowledge, skills, training, experience, and competence to work in the clean energy sector.
They must also ensure the participation of targeted populations, communities, and workforce training partners as outlined in the program NOFO. DCEO will grant a number of awards according to the eligibility categories A-F outlined in the NOFO. Awards will be for either $500,000 or $1,000,000 depending on the eligible applicant category.
Total Funding: Up to four awards of $500,000 and up to two awards of $1,000,000 (one award for each category A-F in the NOFO) Grant Commitment Date: September 1, 2025 Period of Performance: September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2027 Applications for this opportunity must be submitted by 5:00PM CST on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 .
For detailed information about the funding opportunity and instruction on how to submit an application, see the full NOFO, as well as required documents, linked under NOFO Materials.
FEJA Multi-Cultural Jobs Program and Solar Pipeline Training Program Joint Bidder's Conference Frequently Asked Questions NOFO Supplement - Future Energy Job Act Multi-Cultural Grant Program - 2875-2990 Program Application - Future Energy Job Act Multi-Cultural Grant Program - 2875-2990 Project Workplan - Future Energy Job Act Multi-Cultural Grant Program - 2875-2990 Uniform Grant Application - Future Energy Job Act Multi-Cultural Grant Program - 2875-2990 Uniform Budget Template - Future Energy Job Act Multi-Cultural Grant Program - 2875-2990 DCEO Mandatory Disclosure DCEO Conflict of Interest Disclosure
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.
Future Energy Job Act Multi-Cultural Jobs Programs 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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