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Small Business Apprenticeship Support (SBAS) Grant is a grant that funds small businesses in developing and launching apprenticeship programs for their workforce. Eligible activities include apprenticeship program design, on-the-job training infrastructure development, mentor training, and related technical instruction coordination.
Eligible applicants are small businesses seeking to establish or expand Registered Apprenticeship programs recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor. Award amounts and application deadlines are specified per program solicitation.
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The Colorado Workforce Development Council (CWDC) is pleased to announce it is awarding $500,000 to 12 organizations with a Small Business Apprenticeship Support (SBAS) grant to support small businesses in their efforts to launch new Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs) or expand existing RAPs. Grantees can use the funding to hire internal administrative support, provide training for managers and/or mentors, or develop curriculum.
Technical assistance will be provided through Apprenticeship Colorado, the State Apprenticeship Agency (SAA) that is responsible for oversight and registration of apprenticeships.
Apprenticeship Colorado’s Program Development Team provides employers and new and existing sponsors with assistance in designing a high-quality Registered Apprenticeship Program from the exploration phase through program development to the final step of registration with the SAA.
The grant, funded by Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF),will help these small businesses of 1-25 employees develop and train skilled workers tailored to their specific needs, improve job quality, and invest in apprenticeship programs while significantly reducing the financial burden associated with hiring and training new employees.
Well-trained apprentices can quickly become productive members of the team, contributing to innovation and competitiveness, as well as creating a continuous pipeline of skilled workers who are already familiar with the business’s culture and processes. Apprentices benefit from a quality job that incorporates structured wage progression, career pathway development, and mentoring, which in turn, lowers the turnover rate for employers.
By expanding and growing apprenticeship programs, small businesses can simplify future hiring needs and ensure a steady supply of qualified employees. The cohort of grantees include: Culinarians Helping Entrepreneurial Folks (C. H.
E. F.) Early Connections Learning Centers Environmental Consulting Services High Altitude Holistic Pets Holistic Yoga School Studio Remarkable Brands, LLC, a.
k. a R+R Head Labs Revolutionary Media Group LLC To learn more about the SBAS grant, please contact CWDC Stimulus Funds Consultant Kim Fleming at kim. fleming@state.
co. us for more information. Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF), part of a $60 million package funded through Colorado House Bill 21-1264, originate from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
These funds aim to assist Coloradans who lost their jobs during the pandemic, as well as those seeking to advance in their current roles or change careers entirely.
The CWDC utilized these funds to serve 12,594 individuals through Reskilling, Upskilling, and Next Skilling programs, as well as workforce innovation initiatives—including the Career Navigation and Career Coaching Collaborative, Trade Association Training programs, regional Sector Partnership staffing support, and grants to increase capacity across the state to strengthen training programs and help nonprofit providers and other organizations receive public funding.
The bill’s goal is to provide aid for economic recovery to the people, businesses, and industries most impacted by COVID-19; another aim is to improve outcomes for learners and workers and help prepare Coloradans for well-paying, quality jobs of the future.
The bill emphasizes equity and directs funds towards underserved communities disproportionately impacted by the pandemic including Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities, people with disabilities, New Americans, justice-involved individuals, older workers; there’s also an emphasis on supporting small businesses.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses with 1-25 employees in Colorado. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $500,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Business Apprenticeship Support (SBAS) Grant is funded by Colorado Workforce Development Council. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Colorado. 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.
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.
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