Workforce Pathways for Youth - Rounds 4 and 5

The Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration (ETA) is seeking applications for the Workforce Pathways for Youth grant program, Rounds 4 and 5. The program aims to increase alignment between workforce development, schools, and out-of-school time organizations to expand work-based learning, job training, and career pathways for underserved youth aged 14 to 21. Eligible applicants are national 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations that serve historically underserved and marginalized youth. Key requirements include partnering with workforce development boards, employers/industry associations, and education agencies. Applications will be evaluated based on factors such as project design, organizational capacity, and sustainability. The deadline for Round 4 is July 15, 2024, and the deadline for Round 5 is December 3, 2024.

Up to $40 million in total funding is available, with approximately 14 grants of up to $3.3 million each to be awarded. The grants will cover a 36-month period of performance. The program is funded under the WIOA Dislocated Worker National Reserve Demonstration Grants (CFDA 17.280) and supports workforce development initiatives in the Appalachian, Delta, and Northern Border regions.