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State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula Grants (SAEF) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. This program provides direct funding to states and territories to expand Registered Apprenticeship and advance the goal of exceeding 1 million active apprentices nationwide. It rewards states for growth in active and new apprentices and encourages strategies to increase employer participation.
Funds can be used to hire Registered Apprenticeship navigators, improve alignment between apprenticeship, workforce, and education systems, and create incentive funding opportunities.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants are states and territories that commit to setting statewide Registered Apprenticeship expansion goals, reserving funds for state-identified priority industries (including AI infrastructure, nuclear energy infrastructure, shipbuilding, advanced manufacturing, domestic mineral production, information technology), and demonstrating a commitment to leveraging resources. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows approximately $85 million in funding announced in April 2026 for states and territories. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula Grants (SAEF) is funded by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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