Jobs for Veterans State Grants - FY 2026
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The Veterans Employment and Training Service is offering the Jobs for Veterans State Grants for Fiscal Year 2026, aimed at enhancing employment opportunities for veterans. This grant program supports the Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program (DVOP) specialists and Local Veterans’ Employment Representatives (LVER), focusing on providing individualized career services to veterans facing employment barriers, particularly those who are economically or educationally disadvantaged. The initiative is crucial for fostering veteran employment and advocacy within the business community, with an estimated total program funding of $173.9 million and an expected 54 awards. Interested state governments must submit their applications by November 1, 2025, with additional information available through the GrantSolutions Help Desk at help@grantsolutions.gov.