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State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula (SAEF) Grant Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). This program provides dedicated funding to states and territories to expand and modernize their Registered Apprenticeship (RA) systems. These grants are part of DOL's multi-year investment strategy to strengthen statewide apprenticeships as a workforce development strategy, aligning RA with state economic and labor market needs.
While primarily for states, nonprofits often partner with state entities to implement these programs.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: States and territories. Nonprofits can be sub-recipients or partners with state workforce agencies. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula (SAEF) Grant Program are due January 1, 2028. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula (SAEF) Grant Program is funded by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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