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Guidance to Faith-Based Organizations on Partnering with the Federal Government via Department of Labor (DOL) Programs and Grants is a resource from the U.S. Department of Labor that helps faith-based organizations in North Carolina understand how to partner with the federal government through DOL grant programs and funding opportunities.
The DOL provides information on eligibility, application processes, and requirements for faith-based nonprofits seeking to participate in workforce development, employment services, and other federally funded programs. Eligible organizations are faith-based entities in North Carolina seeking to deliver DOL-funded workforce and social services.
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The Labor Department wants to help. Adjust My News Preferences Faith-based organizations have some interesting — but sometimes confusing options- when it comes to retirement benefits — and the Labor Department wants to help. The help comes in the form of a web page aptly titled “ Choosing a Retirement Plan for Your Small, Faith-Based Organization .
” It notes that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) uses the term “church” to generically refer to a place of worship, including a synagogue or mosque, or other religious organizations that have similar characteristics, but that, despite their name, church plans can be sponsored by certain faith-based nonprofits that are not formal houses of worship.
On the other hand, it cautions that being a faith-based employer doesn’t automatically mean you’re eligible to sponsor a church plan.
It notes that before a retirement plan design is selected, it’s important to consult with tax and legal advisors to fully understand the specific corporate structure — to determine whether it is a corporation, a partnership, or a sole proprietorship, and whether it is a for-profit or nonprofit organization.
The guide also cautions asking about any organizational affiliation with a church and its taxable or tax-exempt status under the Internal Revenue Code, as tax-exempt, faith-based entities may be eligible to sponsor certain types of plans, such as church plans, that are not available to other organizations.
Once done, make sure those details are communicated to the selected service provider so they can help match the organization with the right plan.
The guide then outlines key points and considerations — advantages, and the employer’s role for: IRA-based plans (SIMPLE, Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) plans, or a payroll deduction IRA), 401(K) plans (traditional safe harbor, or automatic enrollment), As well as considerations regarding pooled employer plans (PEPs), or defined benefit plans.
The guide: Choosing a Retirement Plan for Your Small, Faith-Based Organization | U.S. Department of Labor [i] The organization must be tax-exempt under Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3) before it can offer a 403(b) plan.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Faith-based organizations in North Carolina. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
YouthBuild is sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Employment and Training Administration (ETA). This program awards grants to eligible public or private non-profit organizations or Tribal entities to provide pre-apprenticeship occupational skills training, education, and job placement services to opportunity youth aged 16-24. YouthBuild programs prepare participants for quality jobs in various industry sectors, including construction, advanced manufacturing, information technology, and healthcare, and include wrap-around supportive services. It also requires applicants to incorporate AI literacy skills in the education component.
State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula Grants is a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor that funds eligible states and territories to expand registered apprenticeship programs. With $100 million in estimated total program funding across 54 expected awards, the grant provides Base Formula Funding to all qualifying states that apply, plus an additional competitive funding opportunity for states with readiness to adopt key innovation priority areas. The program is part of a five-year investment plan to grow apprenticeship opportunities, expand access to workforce training, and align registered apprenticeships with in-demand industries. Applications are submitted electronically through Grants.gov. The deadline for applications is May 20, 2026.
The Fund for Women & Girls Grant Program is sponsored by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC). The Fund for Women & Girls, an initiative of TFEC, makes grants to local nonprofit organizations in specific South Central PA counties. The grants support projects that advance the lives of women and girls by providing opportunities to address basic needs, develop economic self-sufficiency, and strengthen health and safety needs.
VGF grants will be used to develop and/or support community-based entities to recruit, manage, and support volunteers. CNCS seeks to fund effective approaches that expand volunteering, strengthen the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit and retain skill-based volunteers, and develop strategies to use volunteers effectively to solve problems. Specifically, the VGF grants will support efforts that expand the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit, manage, support and retain individuals to serve in high quality volunteer assignments.Applicants that receive funding under this Notice may directly carry out the activities supported under the award, or may carry out the activities by making sub-grants to community-based entities, supporting volunteer generation at these entities.). Funding Opportunity Number: AC-05-25-21. Assistance Listing: 94.021. Funding Instrument: G. Category: O. Award Amount: $6.1M total program funding.