Reentry Employment Opportunities Program

Reentry Employment Opportunities Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration. Supports programs providing skills training, employment services, and mentorship to young adults in communities affected by violence and poverty.

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gov Maintenance Calendar The Reentry Employment in Skilled Trades, Advanced Manufacturing, Registered Apprenticeships, and Training (RESTART) Initiative Employment and Training Administration Document Type:Grants Notice Funding Opportunity Number:FOA-ETA-26-17 Funding Opportunity Title:The Reentry Employment in Skilled Trades, Advanced Manufacturing, Registered Apprenticeships, and Training (RESTART) Initiative Opportunity Category:Discretionary Opportunity Category Explanation: Funding Instrument Type:Grant Category of Funding Activity:Employment, Labor and Training Expected Number of Awards:20 Assistance Listings:17.

270 -- Reentry Employment Opportunities Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:No Last Updated Date:Apr 07, 2026 Original Closing Date for Applications:Apr 15, 2026 Applications must be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time. Current Closing Date for Applications:Apr 15, 2026 Applications must be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time.

Estimated Total Program Funding:$ 81,000,000 Eligible Applicants:State governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Additional Information on Eligibility:See the funding opportunity for specific eligibility requirements.

National or Regional Intermediaries can be nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, that have a national or regional scope. For the purposes of this FOA, institutions of higher education are not considered National or Regional Intermediaries. Intermediaries must, in their proposal, identify sub-grantees across three or more non-contiguous metropolitan areas or rural regions.

Faith-based organizations are encouraged to apply, as are all organizations. Those that meet the eligibility requirements may receive awards under this funding opportunity.

DOL will not, in the selection of recipients and administration of the grant, discriminate on the basis of an organization's religious character, affiliation, exercise, or lack thereof, or on the basis of conduct that would not be considered grounds to favor or disfavor a similarly situated secular organization.

## Additional Information Agency Name:Employment and Training Administration Description:RESTART supports the advancement of workforce readiness skills and the attainment of employment for ex-offenders across three populations: youth (ages 15-17 years old), young adults (ages 18-24 years old), and adults (ages 25 years old and above).

Funds will be awarded to eligible entities to develop programs to train ex-offenders for high-need American jobs and assist them in being productive contributors to the U.S. economy. Questions regarding this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) may be emailed to Alexander Heron at RESTART_FOA-ETA-26-17@dol. gov. We encourage prospective applicants and interested parties to use the Grants.

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gov/search-results-detail/361368) Grantor Contact Information:If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: RESTART_FOA-ETA-26-17@dol. gov RESTART_FOA-ETA-26-17@dol. gov #### Health & Human Services * Frequently Asked Questions ## Your session will expire in 3 minutes.

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