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YouthBuild - FOA-ETA-26-38 is sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Employment and Training Administration (ETA). This program awards grants to eligible public or private non-profit organizations or Tribal entities to provide pre-apprenticeship occupational skills training, education, and job placement services to opportunity youth (young adults aged 16 to 24 who are neither in school nor e…
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gov Maintenance Calendar Employment and Training Administration Document Type:Grants Notice Funding Opportunity Number:FOA-ETA-26-38 Funding Opportunity Title:YouthBuild 2025 Opportunity Category:Discretionary Opportunity Category Explanation: Funding Instrument Type:Grant Category of Funding Activity:Employment, Labor and Training Expected Number of Awards:57 Assistance Listings:17.
274 -- YouthBuild Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:Yes Last Updated Date:Dec 23, 2025 Original Closing Date for Applications:Mar 02, 2026 Applications must be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time. Current Closing Date for Applications:Mar 02, 2026 Applications must be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
Estimated Total Program Funding:$ 98,000,000 Eligible Applicants:Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education City or township governments Independent school districts Special district governments Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Private institutions of higher education Additional Information on Eligibility:See the Funding Opportunity, Section II.
A for complete eligibility information. Faith-based organizations are encouraged to apply, as are all organizations. Those that meet the eligibility requirements may receive awards under this funding opportunity.
DOL will not, in the selection of recipients and administration of the grant, discriminate on the basis of an organization"s religious character, affiliation, exercise, or lack thereof, or on the basis of conduct that would not be considered grounds to favor or disfavor a similarly situated secular organization.
## Additional Information Agency Name:Employment and Training Administration Description:Under this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), DOL will award grants through a competitive process to eligible public or private non-profit organizations or Tribal entities to provide pre-apprenticeship occupational skills training, education, and job placement services to opportunity youth.
YouthBuild prepares participants for quality jobs in various industry sectors, and includes wrap-around supportive services such as assistance in transportation, childcare, and housing. YouthBuild programs must offer participants construction training and hands-on experiences building affordable housing for their community.
Programs may also include a Construction Plus component, providing vocational training in additional high-demand industries. Questions regarding this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) may be emailed to YB_FOA-ETA-26-38@dol. gov. We encourage prospective applicants and interested parties to use the Grants.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants are public or private non-profit organizations or Tribal entities that have experience serving disadvantaged youth in a YouthBuild or similar program. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies (DOL expects approximately $90 million to support 75 projects, with awards ranging from $700,000 to $1.5 million). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
YouthBuild - FOA-ETA-26-38 is funded by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Employment and Training Administration (ETA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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