Workforce Development Program (Pennsylvania)

Workforce Development Program (Pennsylvania) is sponsored by Not specified (Federal, but likely administered by state agencies). Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, government agencies and educational institutions to increase access to workforce development opportunities for residents in eligible regions.

Grants | Department of Labor and Industry | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Throughout the commonwealth and the nation, there are numerous grant and financial aid resources available that can assist individuals and organizations in meeting their goals. The grants and financial aid information below is provided with the intent to help you begin the search, not an all-inclusive link to resources that may be available.

Grant Announcements & Awards Available Grant Opportunities To be contacted regarding future workforce development grant opportunities, please send your email address to <a href=\"mailto:ra-libwda-general@pa. gov\">ra-libwda-general@pa. gov</a>.

</p>\r\n"}}"> To be contacted regarding future workforce development grant opportunities, please send your email address to ra-libwda-general@pa. gov .

Ramsay Mechanical Assessment Preparation Grant <b>Proposals Due: July 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET</b></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: black;\">The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $40,000 in funding for the Ramsay Mechanical Assessment Preparation Grant (“Ramsay MAP Grant”). One grant will be awarded through a competitive process.

</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: black;\">This NGA describes in detail:</span></p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><span style=\"color: black; text-indent: -0. 25in;\">The strategic goals and intended outcomes of the Ramsay MAP Grant. </span></li>\r\n<li><span style=\"color: black; text-indent: -0.

25in;\">The eligibility requirements and application process to obtain Ramsay MAP Grant funding; and,</span></li>\r\n<li><span style=\"color: black; text-indent: -0. 25in;\">The evaluation criteria that will be used to evaluate proposals.

</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: black;\">L&I has created this grant opportunity to develop comprehensive Ramsay Assessment test-preparation materials and a standardized Train-the-Trainer curriculum.

</span></p>\r\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: black;\">The purpose of this NGA is to competitively award funding to equip Ramsay Assessment instructors with the knowledge, tools and instructional practices (not limited to multiple learning modalities) necessary to effectively deliver test preparation courses.

By enhancing instructors’ knowledge base, this project aims to establish instructional cohesiveness, increase learner readiness, and ultimately raise student performance and pass rate success on the Ramsay Assessment.

</span></p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ramsay-mechanical-assessment-preparation/ramsay-mechanical-assessment-preparation-grant-nga.

pdf\">Ramsay Mechanical Assessment Preparation Grant NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ramsay-mechanical-assessment-preparation/appendix-a-application-form.

pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form Sample</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ramsay-mechanical-assessment-preparation/appendix-b-project-summary-cover-page.

pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ramsay-mechanical-assessment-preparation/appendix-c-project-narrative.

pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative Sample</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ramsay-mechanical-assessment-preparation/appendix-d-letters-of-support-template.

pdf\">Appendix D: Letters of Support Sample</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ramsay-mechanical-assessment-preparation/appendix-e-ramsay-mech-assessment-prep-grant-gfrp.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ramsay-mechanical-assessment-preparation/appendix-e-budget-invoicing-instructions.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ramsay-mechanical-assessment-preparation/appendix-f-eo-2021-worker-protection-and-investment-certification-form.

pdf\">Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form Sample</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ramsay-mechanical-assessment-preparation/appendix-g-local-board-notification.

pdf\">Appendix G: Local Board Notification Form Sample</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/ramsay-mechanical-assessment-preparation/appendix-h-grant-action-plan. pdf\">Appendix H: Grant Action Plan Sample<br>\r\n </a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu. be/n6zN_B_XgDM\"></a><a href=\"https://youtu.

be/n6zN_B_XgDM\">Bidder's Conference Recording</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> Proposals Due: July 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $40,000 in funding for the Ramsay Mechanical Assessment Preparation Grant (“Ramsay MAP Grant”). One grant will be awarded through a competitive process.

This NGA describes in detail: The strategic goals and intended outcomes of the Ramsay MAP Grant. The eligibility requirements and application process to obtain Ramsay MAP Grant funding; and, The evaluation criteria that will be used to evaluate proposals. L&I has created this grant opportunity to develop comprehensive Ramsay Assessment test-preparation materials and a standardized Train-the-Trainer curriculum.

The purpose of this NGA is to competitively award funding to equip Ramsay Assessment instructors with the knowledge, tools and instructional practices (not limited to multiple learning modalities) necessary to effectively deliver test preparation courses.

By enhancing instructors’ knowledge base, this project aims to establish instructional cohesiveness, increase learner readiness, and ultimately raise student performance and pass rate success on the Ramsay Assessment.

Ramsay Mechanical Assessment Preparation Grant NGA Appendix A: Application Form Sample Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Sample Appendix D: Letters of Support Sample Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package Appendix E: Budget Invoicing Instructions Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form Sample Appendix G: Local Board Notification Form Sample Appendix H: Grant Action Plan Sample Bidder's Conference Recording Expired Grant Opportunities Jobs for Veterans State Grant Incentive Awards Notice of Award Availability <b> Proposals Due: April 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET</b></p>\r\n<p>The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $64,127.

00 as a cash award the Jobs for Veterans State Grant Incentive Awards (JVSG) to include awards of up to $12,827. 00. Awards will be a one-time cash award.

</p>\r\n<p>This <a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/jvsg%20naa%20-%202026. pdf\">Notice of Award Availability (NAA)</a> describes in detail:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li> The requirements to nominate an entity for the JVSG incentive; and</li>\r\n<li> The criteria that will be used to evaluate nominations.

</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has established this incentive award to honor PA CareerLink® offices and Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDBs) for their exemplary service to veterans, including those with employment barriers, transitioning service members, and eligible spouses and caregivers.

In alignment with VPL 01-24, L&I will distribute JVSG Incentive Awards to PA CareerLink® offices and LWDBs actively advancing the improvement and modernization of employment, training, and placement services for veterans. These awards celebrate organizations whose efforts exemplify excellence in supporting veterans and their families through employment services, while fostering local partnerships and strengthening community ties.

</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li> <a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/jvsg%20naa%20-%202026. pdf\">Jobs for Veterans State Grant Incentive Awards Notice of Award Availability</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> Proposals Due: April 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $64,127.

00 as a cash award the Jobs for Veterans State Grant Incentive Awards (JVSG) to include awards of up to $12,827. 00. Awards will be a one-time cash award.

This Notice of Award Availability (NAA) describes in detail: The requirements to nominate an entity for the JVSG incentive; and The criteria that will be used to evaluate nominations.

The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has established this incentive award to honor PA CareerLink® offices and Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDBs) for their exemplary service to veterans, including those with employment barriers, transitioning service members, and eligible spouses and caregivers.

In alignment with VPL 01-24, L&I will distribute JVSG Incentive Awards to PA CareerLink® offices and LWDBs actively advancing the improvement and modernization of employment, training, and placement services for veterans. These awards celebrate organizations whose efforts exemplify excellence in supporting veterans and their families through employment services, while fostering local partnerships and strengthening community ties.

Jobs for Veterans State Grant Incentive Awards Notice of Award Availability Veteran Employment Program (VEP) - Delaware County <b>The application deadline for this grant opportunity is Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 11:59 p. m. E.

T. </b></p>\r\n<p><b>This Veteran Employment Program (VEP) NGA is being reposted exclusively to serve Delaware County veterans, as the initial application period did not produce a competitive pool of applications. </b></p>\r\n<p>The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has created this grant opportunity to support Delaware County veterans by offering services that address barriers to employment.

The availability of approximately $200,000 will be competitively awarded to one entity to support a comprehensive approach to achieving veteran employment objectives. Pennsylvania remains committed to supporting its most honorable citizens by enhancing access to veteran employment resources as part of the Commonwealth’s broader strategic initiative.

Many government programs and community organizations have established strong partnerships with veterans to advance this goal. Through the Veteran Employment Program (VEP) for Delaware County veterans, funding is made available to support innovative solutions that address employment barriers. This funding enables an entity to develop and implement new strategies aimed at improving employment outcomes for veterans in Delaware County.

</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/vep-delaware2/vep-py25-delaware-county. pdf\">Veteran Employment Program (VEP) - Delaware County NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu.

be/SnJy_SsveyA\">VEP Delaware County Bidder’s Conference Recording</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/vep-delaware2/appendix-a-application. pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/vep-delaware2/appendix-b-project-summary-cover-page.

pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/vep-delaware2/appendix-c-project-narrative. pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/vep-delaware2/appendix-d-letter-of-support.

pdf\">Appendix D: Letters of Support</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/vep-delaware2/appendix-e-grant-financial-reporting-package-budget-form.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/vep-delaware2/appendix-e-budget-invoicing-instructions.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget & Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/vep-delaware2/appendix-f-workers-protection-certification.

pdf\">Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/vep-delaware2/appendix-g-local-board-notification-template.

pdf\">Appendix G: Local Board Notification</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/vep-delaware2/appendix-h-grant-action-plan. pdf\">Appendix H: Grant Action Plan</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/vep-delaware2/vep-py25-delaware-qa.

pdf\">VEP PY25 for Delaware County Q&A</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The application deadline for this grant opportunity is Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 11:59 p. m. E.

T. This Veteran Employment Program (VEP) NGA is being reposted exclusively to serve Delaware County veterans, as the initial application period did not produce a competitive pool of applications. The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has created this grant opportunity to support Delaware County veterans by offering services that address barriers to employment.

The availability of approximately $200,000 will be competitively awarded to one entity to support a comprehensive approach to achieving veteran employment objectives. Pennsylvania remains committed to supporting its most honorable citizens by enhancing access to veteran employment resources as part of the Commonwealth’s broader strategic initiative.

Many government programs and community organizations have established strong partnerships with veterans to advance this goal. Through the Veteran Employment Program (VEP) for Delaware County veterans, funding is made available to support innovative solutions that address employment barriers. This funding enables an entity to develop and implement new strategies aimed at improving employment outcomes for veterans in Delaware County.

Veteran Employment Program (VEP) - Delaware County NGA VEP Delaware County Bidder’s Conference Recording Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Appendix D: Letters of Support Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form Appendix E: Budget & Invoicing Instructions Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form Appendix G: Local Board Notification Appendix H: Grant Action Plan VEP PY25 for Delaware County Q&A Pennsylvania Industry Partnerships The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (PA) Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $2.

5 million in funding for Pennsylvania Industry Partnership Grant awards of up to $200,000 for single local workforce development area initiatives or $350,000 for regional or statewide initiatives. If applying as a multiple local area initiative, applicants must name a fiscal agent and describe how they plan to coordinate. Only one partnership in an individual industry sector will be awarded per regional initiative.

The Department of Labor and Industry may set grant awards at amounts lesser than $200,000/$350,000.

This Notice of Grant Availability (NGA) seeks applications to support Industry Partnership initiatives across PA that:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Work to identify workforce, education and training, and economic development needs of businesses and workers within a priority industry sector and proposed project area</li>\r\n<li>Coordinate regional teams to support industry needs</li>\r\n<li>Identify public and community resources to address industry identified needs</li>\r\n<li>Increase collaboration among businesses within a targeted industry sector</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>Together, we expect IP-funded programs to benefit businesses and employees alike with the goal of Pennsylvania businesses and residents thriving.

</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/industry-partnership-nga-2025. pdf\">Pennsylvania Industry Partnerships NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/appendix-a-ip-application-form.

pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/appendix-b-ip-membership-form-template-2025. pdf\">Appendix B: IP Membership Form Template</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/appendix-c-ip-training-plan-template-2024.

xlsx\">Appendix C: IP Traning Plan Template</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/appendix-d-budget-invoicing-instructions. xlsx\">Appendix D: Budget Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/appendix-e-grant-financial-reporting-package.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package (UPDATED)</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/appendix-f-ip-ssn-memo-august-6-2024.

pdf\">Appendix F: IP SSN Memo August 6, 2024</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/appendix-g-worker-protection-and-investment-certification-form.

pdf\">Appendix G: Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-ip/industry-partnership-faq. pdf\">Industry Partnership FAQs</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu.

be/vbOoWSb2owg\">Industry Partnership Webinar</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (PA) Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $2. 5 million in funding for Pennsylvania Industry Partnership Grant awards of up to $200,000 for single local workforce development area initiatives or $350,000 for regional or statewide initiatives.

If applying as a multiple local area initiative, applicants must name a fiscal agent and describe how they plan to coordinate. Only one partnership in an individual industry sector will be awarded per regional initiative. The Department of Labor and Industry may set grant awards at amounts lesser than $200,000/$350,000.

This Notice of Grant Availability (NGA) seeks applications to support Industry Partnership initiatives across PA that: Work to identify workforce, education and training, and economic development needs of businesses and workers within a priority industry sector and proposed project area Coordinate regional teams to support industry needs Identify public and community resources to address industry identified needs Increase collaboration among businesses within a targeted industry sector Together, we expect IP-funded programs to benefit businesses and employees alike with the goal of Pennsylvania businesses and residents thriving.

Pennsylvania Industry Partnerships NGA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: IP Membership Form Template Appendix C: IP Traning Plan Template Appendix D: Budget Invoicing Instructions Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package (UPDATED) Appendix F: IP SSN Memo August 6, 2024 Appendix G: Worker Protection and Investment Certification Form Industry Partnership FAQs Industry Partnership Webinar Pennsylvania’s Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure (WPDI) <b>The application deadline for this grant opportunity is Friday, February 20, 2026, at 11:59 p.

m. E. T.

</b></p>\r\n<p>The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $2 million in funding through the Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure (WPDI) Grant. One grant will be awarded through a competitive process.

L&I developed this grant opportunity as part of a broader, collaborative framework to align workforce strategies with both regional economic development goals and statewide priorities.

The WPDI Grant is designed to support the development of a comprehensive investment plan focused on building regional capacity and creating industry-led solutions to ensure Pennsylvanians have the appropriate skills and experiences essential to the construction, power, supply and operations of Pennsylvania’s digital infrastructure—particularly in the data center sector.

Training and workforce strategies funded through this grant will be data-informed and guided by labor market insights. The goal is to ensure that the resulting employment opportunities are high-quality—offering strong wages, benefits, career advancement potential, and alignment with industry standards for worker protections and long-term stability—including those commonly associated with union-covered roles.

The selected awardee will create a regional response team of dedicated partners with the expertise, experience and capacity to jointly address the in-demand workforce needs of a data center located in Salem Township, Luzerne County. </p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/wpdi-nga.

pdf\">Pennsylvania’s Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure (WPDI) NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-a-application-form. pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-b-project-summary-cover-page.

pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-c-project-narrative. pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-d-letters-of-support.

pdf\">Appendix D: Letters of Support</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-e-grant-financial-reporting-pkg.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-e-budget-invoicing-instructions.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-f-worker-protection-certification. pdf\">Appendix F: Worker Protection Certification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-g-local-board-notification.

pdf\">Appendix G: Local Board Notification</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/appendix-h-grant-action-plan. pdf\">Appendix H: Grant Action Plan</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu.

be/iwaj3qlsCho\">Bidder's Conference Recording</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/wpdi/wpdi-qa. pdf\">Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure Grant Q&A</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The application deadline for this grant opportunity is Friday, February 20, 2026, at 11:59 p. m.

E. T. The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $2 million in funding through the Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure (WPDI) Grant.

One grant will be awarded through a competitive process. L&I developed this grant opportunity as part of a broader, collaborative framework to align workforce strategies with both regional economic development goals and statewide priorities.

The WPDI Grant is designed to support the development of a comprehensive investment plan focused on building regional capacity and creating industry-led solutions to ensure Pennsylvanians have the appropriate skills and experiences essential to the construction, power, supply and operations of Pennsylvania’s digital infrastructure—particularly in the data center sector.

Training and workforce strategies funded through this grant will be data-informed and guided by labor market insights. The goal is to ensure that the resulting employment opportunities are high-quality—offering strong wages, benefits, career advancement potential, and alignment with industry standards for worker protections and long-term stability—including those commonly associated with union-covered roles.

The selected awardee will create a regional response team of dedicated partners with the expertise, experience and capacity to jointly address the in-demand workforce needs of a data center located in Salem Township, Luzerne County.

Pennsylvania’s Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure (WPDI) NGA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Appendix D: Letters of Support Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form Appendix E: Budget Invoicing Instructions Appendix F: Worker Protection Certification Form Appendix G: Local Board Notification Appendix H: Grant Action Plan Bidder's Conference Recording Workforce Professionals in Digital Infrastructure Grant Q&A Veteran Employment Program Grant (VEP) <b>The application deadline for this grant opportunity is Monday, February 9, 2026, at 11:59 p.

m. E. T.

</b></p>\r\n<p><b>This Veteran Employment Program (VEP) NGA is being reposted exclusively to serve Delaware County veterans, as the initial application period did not produce a competitive pool of applications. </b></p>\r\n<p>The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has created this grant opportunity to support Delaware County veterans by offering services that address barriers to employment.

The availability of approximately $200,000 will be competitively awarded to one entity to support a comprehensive approach to achieving veteran employment objectives. Pennsylvania remains committed to supporting its most honorable citizens by enhancing access to veteran employment resources as part of the Commonwealth’s broader strategic initiative.

Many government programs and community organizations have established strong partnerships with veterans to advance this goal. Through the Veteran Employment Program (VEP) for Delaware County veterans, funding is made available to support innovative solutions that address employment barriers. This funding enables an entity to develop and implement new strategies aimed at improving employment outcomes for veterans in Delaware County.

</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/vep-py25-delaware-county. pdf\">Veteran Employment Program (VEP) - Delaware County NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-a-application.

pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-b-project-summary-cover-page. pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-c-project-narrative.

pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-d-letter-of-support. pdf\">Appendix D: Letters of Support</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-e-grant-financial-reporting-package-py25-delaware-vep-budget-form.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-e-budget-invoicing-instructions.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget & Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-f-workers-protection-certification.

pdf\">Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-g-local-board-notification. pdf\">Appendix G: Local Board Notification</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-vep/appendix-h-grant-action-plan.

pdf\">Appendix H: Grant Action Plan</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu. be/SBAYG35ozy4\">Bidder's Conference Recording</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The application deadline for this grant opportunity is Monday, February 9, 2026, at 11:59 p. m.

E. T. This Veteran Employment Program (VEP) NGA is being reposted exclusively to serve Delaware County veterans, as the initial application period did not produce a competitive pool of applications.

The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has created this grant opportunity to support Delaware County veterans by offering services that address barriers to employment. The availability of approximately $200,000 will be competitively awarded to one entity to support a comprehensive approach to achieving veteran employment objectives.

Pennsylvania remains committed to supporting its most honorable citizens by enhancing access to veteran employment resources as part of the Commonwealth’s broader strategic initiative. Many government programs and community organizations have established strong partnerships with veterans to advance this goal.

Through the Veteran Employment Program (VEP) for Delaware County veterans, funding is made available to support innovative solutions that address employment barriers. This funding enables an entity to develop and implement new strategies aimed at improving employment outcomes for veterans in Delaware County.

Veteran Employment Program (VEP) - Delaware County NGA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Appendix D: Letters of Support Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form Appendix E: Budget & Invoicing Instructions Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form Appendix G: Local Board Notification Appendix H: Grant Action Plan Bidder's Conference Recording Statewide Layoff Aversion Program (SLAP) <b>The application deadline for this grant opportunity was Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:59 P.

M. ET. </b></p>\r\n<p>The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of $5,400,000 in funding for the Statewide Layoff Aversion Program (SLAP) Grant to be structured as $1,800,000 for the first year with the option of $1,800,000 per year for up to two additional years.

Funding will be awarded competitively based on availability of funds. L&I will advance rapid response services through the competitive award of one grant to provide statewide layoff aversion activities to<b> </b>stabilize, restructure, turn-around or attract buyers for at-risk businesses.

The activities described in this NGA will complement L&I’s current workforce initiatives with a focus on supporting the business and workforce needs of employers and their workers through layoff aversion. </p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/slap%202026%20nga.

pdf\">Statewide Layoff Aversion Program (SLAP) NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20a%20application%20form. pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20b%20project%20summary%20cover%20page.

pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20c%20project%20narrative. pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative Template</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20d%20letter%20of%20support.

pdf\">Appendix D: Letters of Support</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20e%20py25%20slap%20budget%20template.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget Form and Justification</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20e%20budget%20invoicing%20instructions.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20f%20workers%20protection%20certification.

pdf\">Appendix F: Worker Protection and Investment Certificate Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20g%20local%20board%20notification.

pdf\">Appendix G: Local Board Notification</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/appendix%20h%20grant%20action%20plan. pdf\">Appendix H: Grant Action Plan</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/2026-slap-bidders-presentation.

pdf\">Bidders' Conference Presentation</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2026-slap/slap-q-a. pdf\">Bidders' Conference Q&A</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The application deadline for this grant opportunity was Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:59 P. M.

ET. The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of $5,400,000 in funding for the Statewide Layoff Aversion Program (SLAP) Grant to be structured as $1,800,000 for the first year with the option of $1,800,000 per year for up to two additional years. Funding will be awarded competitively based on availability of funds.

L&I will advance rapid response services through the competitive award of one grant to provide statewide layoff aversion activities to stabilize, restructure, turn-around or attract buyers for at-risk businesses. The activities described in this NGA will complement L&I’s current workforce initiatives with a focus on supporting the business and workforce needs of employers and their workers through layoff aversion.

Statewide Layoff Aversion Program (SLAP) NGA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Template Appendix D: Letters of Support Appendix E: Budget Form and Justification Appendix E: Budget Invoicing Instructions Appendix F: Worker Protection and Investment Certificate Form Appendix G: Local Board Notification Appendix H: Grant Action Plan Bidders' Conference Presentation <b>The application deadline for the Schools to Work – Round 6 Grant was Monday, December 22, 2025, at 11:59 p.

m. E. T.

</b></p>\r\n<p>The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $3,800,000 in state funds for Schools-to-Work Round 6 (STW6) Grant awards, which will be competitively awarded up to $250,000 each.

The STW6 Grant focus is building programs to fill current and anticipated labor market needs by increasing workforce training and partnership programs, as well as utilizing the Apprenticeship Training Office’s current workforce initiatives, to develop the skills of students in Grades 9 through 12 through the building or expansion of Pre-Apprenticeship programs as outlined in the Notice of Grant Availability (NGA).

</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/stw6_nga. pdf\">Schools to Work - Round 6 NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20a%20application.

pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20b%20project%20summary%20cover%20page. pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20c%20project%20narrative.

pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20d%20letter%20of%20support. pdf\">Appendix D: Letters of Support</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20e%20-%20stw6%20gfrp.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix-e-stw6-budget-prep-manual.

pdf\">Appendix E: Budget Preparation Manual</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20f%20workers%20protection%20certification.

pdf\">Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20g%20local%20board%20notification.

pdf\">Appendix G: Local Board Notification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stw-6/appendix%20h%20grant%20action%20plan. pdf\">Appendix H: Grant Action Plan</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu.

be/_Wysy6zSLuA\">Schools to Work - Round 6 Bidder's Conference (YouTube)</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/stwg/stw6-qa-11. 18. 2025.

pdf\">Schools to Work - Round 6 Questions & Answers - 11. 18. 2025 Bidder's Conference</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/schools%20to%20work%20legislative%20report_2025.

pdf\">Schools to Work Progress Report</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The application deadline for the Schools to Work – Round 6 Grant was Monday, December 22, 2025, at 11:59 p. m. E.

T. The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $3,800,000 in state funds for Schools-to-Work Round 6 (STW6) Grant awards, which will be competitively awarded up to $250,000 each.

The STW6 Grant focus is building programs to fill current and anticipated labor market needs by increasing workforce training and partnership programs, as well as utilizing the Apprenticeship Training Office’s current workforce initiatives, to develop the skills of students in Grades 9 through 12 through the building or expansion of Pre-Apprenticeship programs as outlined in the Notice of Grant Availability (NGA).

Schools to Work - Round 6 NGA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Appendix D: Letters of Support Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form Appendix E: Budget Preparation Manual Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form Appendix G: Local Board Notification Form Appendix H: Grant Action Plan Schools to Work - Round 6 Bidder's Conference (YouTube) Schools to Work - Round 6 Questions & Answers - 11.

18. 2025 Bidder's Conference Schools to Work Progress Report Veterans Employment Program (VEP) <b>The application deadline for this grant opportunity was Friday, December 5, 2025, at 11:59 p. m.

E. T. </b></p>\r\n<p>The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has created this grant opportunity to support Pennsylvania veterans by offering services that address barriers to employment.

The availability of approximately $400,000 will be competitively awarded to support a comprehensive approach to achieving veteran employment objectives. Pennsylvania remains committed to supporting its most honorable citizens by enhancing access to veteran employment resources as part of the Commonwealth’s broader strategic initiative.

Many government programs and community organizations have established strong partnerships with veterans to advance this goal. Through the Veterans Employment Program (VEP), funding is made available to support innovative solutions that address employment barriers.

This funding enables awarded entities to develop and implement new strategies aimed at improving employment outcomes for veterans in Delaware County and across the Commonwealth. </p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/vep%20py25%20nga.

pdf\">Veteran Employment Program NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/vep%20py25%20qa. pdf\">VEP PY25 – Question and Answer</a> </li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20a%20application.

pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20b%20project%20summary%20cover%20page. pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20c%20project%20narrative.

pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20d%20letter%20of%20support. pdf\">Appendix D: Letters of Support</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20e%20grant%20financial%20reporting%20package.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20e%20budget%20invoicing%20instructions.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget & Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20f%20workers%20protection%20certification.

pdf\">Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20g%20local%20board%20notification.

pdf\">Appendix G: Local Board Notification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/2025-vep/appendix%20h%20grant%20action%20plan. pdf\">Appendix H: Grant Action Plan</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu.

be/kAmlYkEL72Y\">VEP Bidder's Conference Recording</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The application deadline for this grant opportunity was Friday, December 5, 2025, at 11:59 p. m. E.

T. The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) has created this grant opportunity to support Pennsylvania veterans by offering services that address barriers to employment. The availability of approximately $400,000 will be competitively awarded to support a comprehensive approach to achieving veteran employment objectives.

Pennsylvania remains committed to supporting its most honorable citizens by enhancing access to veteran employment resources as part of the Commonwealth’s broader strategic initiative. Many government programs and community organizations have established strong partnerships with veterans to advance this goal.

Through the Veterans Employment Program (VEP), funding is made available to support innovative solutions that address employment barriers. This funding enables awarded entities to develop and implement new strategies aimed at improving employment outcomes for veterans in Delaware County and across the Commonwealth.

Veteran Employment Program NGA VEP PY25 – Question and Answer Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Appendix D: Letters of Support Appendix E: Grant Financial Reporting Package - Budget & Justification Form Appendix E: Budget & Invoicing Instructions Appendix F: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form Appendix G: Local Board Notification Form Appendix H: Grant Action Plan VEP Bidder's Conference Recording Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative Grant The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of $1,000,000 in funding for the Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative.

The purpose of this NGA is to competitively award one applicant to support individuals incarcerated in minimum- or low-security federal prisons in Pennsylvania and prepare them for reentry to the community through individualized reentry planning such as, pre-release workforce training, job search preparation, and reintegration success strategies, coupled with multi-faceted post-release supports and services.

</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/next-step-nga. pdf\">Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-a-application-form.

pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-b-project-summary-cover-page. pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-c-project-narrative.

pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-d-letters-of-support. pdf\">Appendix D: Letters of Support</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-e-budget-form-justification.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget Form and Justification</a><br>\r\n</li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-e-budget-invoicing. xlsx\">Appendix E: Budget Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-f-worker-protection-investment-certification.

pdf\">Appendix F: Worker Protection and Investment Certificate Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-g-local-board-notification. pdf\">Appendix G: Local Board Notification</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-h-grant-action-plan.

pdf\">Appendix H: Grant Action Plan</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/app-i-pathways-to-success-curriculum. pdf\">Appendix I: Pathways to Success Curriculum</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/next-step-q-a.

pdf\">Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative Q&A</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/next-step/next-step-bidders-conf. pdf\">Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative Bidders Conference</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of $1,000,000 in funding for the Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative.

The purpose of this NGA is to competitively award one applicant to support individuals incarcerated in minimum- or low-security federal prisons in Pennsylvania and prepare them for reentry to the community through individualized reentry planning such as, pre-release workforce training, job search preparation, and reintegration success strategies, coupled with multi-faceted post-release supports and services.

Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative NGA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Appendix D: Letters of Support Appendix E: Budget Form and Justification Appendix E: Budget Invoicing Instructions Appendix F: Worker Protection and Investment Certificate Form Appendix G: Local Board Notification Appendix H: Grant Action Plan Appendix I: Pathways to Success Curriculum Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative Q&A Next Step Reentry Readiness Initiative Bidders Conference Supporting Pennsylvania's Advanced Manufacturing Sector Through Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeships <b>The application deadline for the <i>Supporting Pennsylvania's Advanced Manufacturing Sector Through Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeships </i>Grant was Friday, August 29, 2025, at 4 p.

m. E. T.

</b></p>\r\n<p>The notice of grant availability (NGA) offers eligible applicants the opportunity to serve as sponsors or intermediaries of new registered apprenticeships or pre-apprenticeships. Additionally, the NGA offers the opportunity for expansion of existing registered apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeships. Approximately $4,000,000 in funding is available with a maximum award amount between $200,000 and $400,000.

The deadline to apply was August 29, 2025 at 4 pm. All components required for the grant submission can be found within the NGA and the related appendices. </p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/adv-mfg-nga.

pdf\">Supporting Pennsylvania's Advanced Manufacturing Sector Through Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeships NGA</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-a-application-form.

pdf\">Appendix A: Application Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-b-project-summary-cover-page. pdf\">Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-c-project-narrative.

pdf\">Appendix C: Project Narrative</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-d-timeline-template. pdf\">Appendix D: Timeline Template</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-e-goals-outcomes.

xlsx\">Appendix E: Goals and Outcome Table</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-f-sustainability-plan. pdf\">Appendix F: Sustainability Plan Template</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-g-letters-of-support.

pdf\">Appendix G: Letters of Support Sample</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-h-gfrp-template. xlsx\">Appendix H: Grant Financial Reporting Package</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/appendix-h-budget-invoicing-instructions.

xlsx\">Appendix H: Budget Invoicing Instructions</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/app-i-worker-protection-and-investment-certification-form.

pdf\">Appendix I: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/adv-man-bidders-conference. pdf\">Advanced Manufacturing Bidder's Conference Presentation</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://youtu. be/z0d2c_KVnFE\"></a><a href=\"https://youtu.

be/z0d2c_KVnFE\">Advanced Manufacturing Bidder's Conference (YouTube)</a></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/dli/documents/businesses/workforce-development/grants/documents/adv-mfg/adv-mfg-bidders-q-a.

pdf\">Advanced Manufacturing Bidder's Conference Q&A</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}}"> The application deadline for the Supporting Pennsylvania's Advanced Manufacturing Sector Through Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeships Grant was Friday, August 29, 2025, at 4 p. m. E.

T. The notice of grant availability (NGA) offers eligible applicants the opportunity to serve as sponsors or intermediaries of new registered apprenticeships or pre-apprenticeships. Additionally, the NGA offers the opportunity for expansion of existing registered apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeships.

Approximately $4,000,000 in funding is available with a maximum award amount between $200,000 and $400,000. The deadline to apply was August 29, 2025 at 4 pm. All components required for the grant submission can be found within the NGA and the related appendices.

Supporting Pennsylvania's Advanced Manufacturing Sector Through Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeships NGA Appendix A: Application Form Appendix B: Project Summary Cover Page Appendix C: Project Narrative Appendix D: Timeline Template Appendix E: Goals and Outcome Table Appendix F: Sustainability Plan Template Appendix G: Letters of Support Sample Appendix H: Grant Financial Reporting Package Appendix H: Budget Invoicing Instructions Appendix I: EO 2021-06 Worker Protection Certification Form Advanced Manufacturing Bidder's Conference Presentation Advanced Manufacturing Bidder's Conference (YouTube) Advanced Manufacturing Bidder's Conference Q&A Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) <b>The application deadline for the <i>Jobs for Veterans State Grant Incentive Awards </i>Grant is Monday, June 2, 2025, at 11:59 p.

m. E. T.

</b></p>\r\n<p>The PA Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $65,109. 50 as a cash award the Jobs for Veterans State Grans Incentive Awards (JVSG) to include awards of up to $13,021. 90.

Awards will be a one-time cash award. </p>\r\n<p>This Notice of Award Availability (NAA) describes in detail:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>The requirements to nominate an entity for the incentive; and</li>\r\n<li>The criteria that will be used to evaluate nominations. </li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>The Pennsylvania Department of