Federal Grant Award Summary

The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) received a $23.1M formula grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Employment and Training Administration under the Adult Education - Basic Grants to States program (CFDA 84.002). The award, effective July 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027, supports comprehensive adult education and literacy services across Georgia's 22 technical colleges and 88 campuses. TCSG will deliver workplace literacy, family literacy, English language acquisition, and integrated English literacy-civics education programs to eligible adults and out-of-school youth aged 16 and older who lack sufficient basic educational skills, have not completed secondary education, or are unable to speak, read, or write English.

As the designated state administering agency, TCSG will provide direct and equitable access to these services through local educational agencies, community-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and other eligible partners. The organization will target populations including low-income individuals, dislocated workers, veterans, and unemployed youth, ensuring funds support skill development and secondary education completion to enhance workforce readiness across Georgia. TCSG must obligate all funds within 27 months of availability and maintain comprehensive records for three years from final financial reporting in accordance with 2 CFR 200 requirements.