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"Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) Grant Program" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) Grant Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Women's Bureau. This program provides technical assistance to expand pathways for women to enter and lead in all industries, particularly in nontraditional occupations.
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gov Maintenance Calendar FY25 Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) Technical Assistance Grant Program Document Type:Grants Notice Funding Opportunity Number:FOA-WB-25-01 Funding Opportunity Title:FY25 Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) Technical Assistance Grant Program Opportunity Category:Discretionary Opportunity Category Explanation: Funding Instrument Type:Grant Category of Funding Activity:Employment, Labor and Training Expected Number of Awards:14 Assistance Listings:17.
701 -- Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (���WANTO���) Technical Assistance Grant Program Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:No Last Updated Date:Jul 16, 2025 Original Closing Date for Applications:Aug 08, 2025 Applications must be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
Current Closing Date for Applications:Aug 08, 2025 Applications must be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
Archive Date:Sep 07, 2025 Estimated Total Program Funding:$ 5,000,000 Eligible Applicants: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:Please note these additional eligibility requirements: Only CBOs as defined in Appendix B are eligible to apply for these grants.
A consortium of CBOs may apply as a single applicant; in such instances, the applicant should provide a copy of the consortium agreement that specifies which entity will administer the grant. Please see Section III of Funding Opportunity Announcement for all eligibility requirements.
## Additional Information Agency Name:Womens Bureau Description:This program aims to provide technical assistance to employers (which may include public sector entities) and labor unions in the United States and its territories to encourage employment of women in both apprenticeable occupations and nontraditional occupations (A/NTO), specifically in the following ways:1.)
Developing (establishing, expanding, and/or enhancing) pre-apprenticeship, youth apprenticeship, Registered Apprenticeship (as defined in Appendix B "Acronyms and Definitions"), or other nontraditional skills training programs designed to prepare women for careers in A/NTO;2.) Providing ongoing orientations or other resources for employers, unions, and workers on creating a successful environment for women in A/NTO; and/or 3.)
Setting up support groups, facilitating networks, and/or providing supportive services (as defined in section IV. E. 3) for women in A/NTO to improve their retention.
Applicants may propose to provide technical assistance to support women’s full and effective participation in apprenticeable and non-traditional occupations. Link to Additional Information:[](https://www. grants.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Community-based organizations that provide technical assistance. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows in 2025, awarded $5 million total to 7 community-based organizations. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was July 6, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) Grant Program is funded by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Women's Bureau. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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