WIOA Dislocated Worker National Reserve Demonstration Grants
Open Opportunities (3)
Live Grants.gov opportunities funded under this program — you can apply now.
- Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC) Round 7: A Grant Initiative for the Appalachian, Delta, and Northern Border Regions Deadline: Jul 23, 2026 · up to $8M
- Change 1 to Training and Employment Guidance Letter 02-25, Industry-Driven Skills Training Fund Grant Program Deadline: Aug 17, 2026 · up to $8M
- Change 1 to Training and Employment Guidance Letter 02-25, Industry-Driven Skills Training Fund Grant Program Deadline: Aug 17, 2026 · up to $8M
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Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Who has received this funding
Organizations awarded under CFDA 17.280 (USAspending.gov).
- Jobs For Americas Graduates 2 awards $8,299,192
- State Of Connecticut Labor Dept $8,000,000
- Labor, Maine Department Of $7,999,920
- National Urban League, Inc. 2 awards $7,753,680
- Mississippi Department Of Employment Security $5,705,600
- Boys & Girls Clubs Of America $4,897,718
- Workforce Development Center $4,682,663
- Amikids, Inc. $4,310,420
Program Objective
To carry out demonstration and pilot projects for the purpose of developing and implementing techniques and approaches, and demonstrating the effectiveness of specialized methods, related to the employment and training needs of dislocated workers, as well as incumbent workers and new entrants to the workforce.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- U.S. State Government
- Department/Agency of U.S. State
- Federally Recognized Tribal Government
- Municipality/Township Government
- County Government
- School District Government
- School District
- Local Government Consortium
- Nonprofit Organization
- Not-for-Profit Organization
Eligible applicants include: State and local governments, Federal agencies, private non-profit and for profit organizations, including faith-based and community-based organizations, and educational institutions. Note: Applicant eligibility may be restricted to one or more applicant classes under the particular announcement or solicitation.
Beneficiaries
- Adult (20–64)
- Trainee
- U.S. Citizen
- Other
Eligible beneficiaries may vary somewhat depending on the particular focus of the grant program but in general, they will always include the specific types of workers that are the eligible participants (dislocated workers, incumbent workers, and new entrants) but may also include others, such as employers in critical sectors who hire such workers.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Procedures for each project are specified in the applicable FOA. Generally, the procedure is as follows: A technical review panel composed of peer reviewers evaluates eligible submitted applications. The panel prepares a report for the ETA Grant Officer identifying the strengths and weaknesses of the application and the cumulative rating. Once selections are made by the Grant Officer, an award notification is sent through the appropriate congressional channels for notification. If an application is rejected, a letter is sent to the applicant.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 60 to 90 days
Program details & compliance
Description
The WIOA Dislocated Worker National Reserve Demonstration Grants support pilot and demonstration projects to fund innovative training models that support dislocated workers, incumbent workers, and new entrants to the workforce. These grants have broad flexibility to provide training in diverse industries.
Mission Categories
Primary: Labor Market Activity
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
To carry out demonstration and pilot projects for the purpose of developing and implementing techniques and approaches, and demonstrating the effectiveness of specialized methods, in addressing employment and training needs of Dislocated Workers.
Required Documentation
Non-governmental entities ordinarily must furnish documentary evidence of adequate financial controls.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements