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Find similar grantsIowa Apprenticeship Act (84E) and Registered Apprenticeship Development Program (84F) Grants is sponsored by Iowa Workforce Development. Grants to assist sponsors with training and ongoing costs (84E), and to support programs establishing high‑demand occupation apprenticeships (84F), in Iowa.
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Iowa Registered Apprenticeship Development Program (84F) | Iowa Workforce Development Official State of Iowa Website Iowa Workforce Development Find a Job sub-navigation Assess and Improve Your Skills Careers for Veterans & Families Programs that Help Iowans Work Vocational Rehabilitation Services IowaWORKS Mobile Workforce Center Registered Apprenticeship Programs Unemployment sub-navigation Apply for Unemployment Benefits Reemployment Activities and Programs Claimant Handbook and Resources Frequently Asked Questions Overpayment Balance: Make a Payment Post Jobs & Build Your Workforce Employer Posters and Other Resources Sponsor a Registered Apprenticeship Program Adult Education and Literacy Programs State & Local Workforce Boards The Iowa Office of Apprenticeship Work-Based Learning Programs Disability Determination Services Iowa Disability Benefits Network Vocational Rehabilitation Services Labor Market sub-navigation Occupation: Employment & Wages Labor Supply & Availability Career Exploration & Information Quick Stats On the Iowa Economy Apply for Vocational Rehabilitation Services About Vocational Rehabilitation Career Planning & Other Services Upcoming Vocational Rehabilitation Events Contact Vocational Rehabilitation Mission: Employable Podcast The Iowa Office of Apprenticeship Registered Apprenticeship Funding Opportunities Registered Apprenticeship Grants Now Closed Applications are now closed for Iowa's annual grant programs that support Registered Apprenticeship (84E and 84F).
Stay tuned to the IOA's channels for updates on awards. Iowa Registered Apprenticeship Development Program (84F) As part of its commitment to growing Registered Apprenticeship (RA) across industries, Iowa provides annual RA program funding through the Iowa Registered Apprenticeship Development Program (84F).
These competitive grants are available annually for sponsors that create a new RA program with an eligible high-demand occupation (187. 18 KB) . pdf , or for sponsors who add an eligible high-demand occupation to their existing program.
84F Summary Iowa Registered Apprenticeship Development Fund (84F) Purpose Supports newly established RA programs in high-demand fields. Available Funding $760,000 Awarded Amount One-time reimbursement of expenses incurred in establishing a registered apprenticeship program, up to a maximum of $25,000. Application Period Now closed.
Applications typically open during early January for a 30-day period. Questions For questions on the 84F, please use the contact information below. For a comparison between 84F and the 84E funding programs, view the annual funding comparison sheet.
(121. 94 KB) . pdf Ann Hoeppner, Workforce Program Coordinator (IOA Grants) ann.
hoeppner@iwd. iowa. gov Registered Apprenticeship Development Fund - 84F (Currently Closed) The Iowa Registered Apprenticeship Development Fund (84F) provides financial assistance to apprenticeship sponsors who start or expand new registered apprenticeship programs with 20 or fewer apprentices in eligible high-demand occupations.
(187. 18 KB) . pdf These competitive grants support a newly created RA program with an eligible high-demand occupation by helping with ongoing program costs, fees, or related expenses.
Total funding available: $760,000 (Annual State Fund Appropriation) Awarded funds: Given as a one-time reimbursement of expenses incurred in establishing a registered apprenticeship program, up to a maximum of $25,000. 84F is open to RA program sponsors who have: Have a registered apprenticeship program that meets IOA specific requirements and standards to be eligible to apply.
Have had at least one active apprentice registered in the RAPIDS Apprenticeship database in a high demand occupation between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025. Have 20 or less registered apprentices in RAPIDS. 70% of apprentices participating must reside in Iowa; the remainder must reside in states contiguous to Iowa.
Occupations that must be considered “high-demand” by Iowa State Workforce Development Board and community colleges in consultation with the IOA. Important Grant Documents The following documents are included for the 84F funding opportunity. If you have any questions, contact Ann Hoeppner, Workforce Program Coordinator (IOA Grants) .
2026 84F Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Eligible High-Demand Occupations List (187. 18 KB) . pdf Application Instructions for IowaGrants (623.
66 KB) . pdf Webinars and Presentations 84F Pre-Application Webinars took place on January 6 and January 14, 2026. A copy of the presentation from these webinars can be viewed below.
Presentation Copy: 2026 84F Pre-Application Webinar (2. 87 MB) . pdf Applicants must apply through iowagrants.
gov utilizing the approved and provided forms as of January 2, 2026. The application deadline is February 2, 2026. Press Release: Iowa Awards $3.
4 Million in New Grants to Support Registered Apprenticeship Programs Awardees: View the 2025 84F Awardees (182. 27 KB) . pdf Press Release: Iowa Workforce Development Awards Annual Grants for Registered Apprenticeship Programs Awardees: View the 2024 84F Awardees (186.
02 KB) . pdf Press Release: IWD Awards $3. 5 Million to Support Registered Apprenticeship Programs Across Iowa 2023 Awardees: View the 2023 15C Awardees (129.
22 KB) . pdf This award sheet includes the initial awards and a second application period in 2023, which awarded $85,090 in grant funding to five awardees. Awardees: View the 2022 15C Awardees (330.
65 KB) . pdf Note: Previously, the Iowa Registered Apprenticeship Development Fund was known as 15C, but legislation modified its reference in the Iowa code.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Registered apprenticeship sponsors in Iowa with at least one active apprentice in a high-demand occupation during 2025, maintaining 20 or fewer registered apprentices, with 70% of apprentices residing in Iowa. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $25,000 per recipient; $760,000 total annual program funding Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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