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Growing Apprenticeship in Nontraditional Sectors (GAINS) – Round 1 is sponsored by New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development. The GAINS program promotes the expansion and development of USDOL-approved Registered Apprenticeship programs that drive economic development through skills and educational attainment and create pathways to better-paying careers and advanced credentials. This round is for FY2027.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Any employer based in New Jersey or with a New Jersey presence; Workforce Intermediary Sponsors; Employer / Trade Associations; labor organizations; Labor/Management Partnerships; New Jersey Local Education Agency (LEA); Public vocational schools within New Jersey; Two- and four-year institutions of higher education; Public or private non-profit organizations; Business or trade organizations; Community-based organizations; New Jersey local Workforce Development Boards; Economic development organizations; State, Local, County governments within New Jersey; Faith-based organizations; and Any other private educational or training entity that is on the Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $6,000,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Growing Apprenticeship in Nontraditional Sectors (GAINS) – Round 1 are due December 4, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Growing Apprenticeship in Nontraditional Sectors (GAINS) – Round 1 is funded by New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in New Jersey. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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