Updated National Dislocated Worker Grant Program Guidance
ID: 341845Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Employment and Training Administration (DOL-ETA)

Award Range

$150K - $100M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Employment, Labor and Training

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/341845
Timeline
    Description

    The Employment and Training Administration is offering the Updated National Dislocated Worker Grant Program Guidance, aimed at providing federal assistance for employment and training services in response to significant dislocation events, including disasters and large-scale layoffs. Eligible applicants include states, local Workforce Development Boards, and other entities that can demonstrate their capability to effectively address the needs of affected workers, particularly those from marginalized communities. This grant program is crucial for facilitating workforce recovery and enhancing employment opportunities for individuals impacted by economic disruptions. The estimated total program funding is $300 million, with awards ranging from $150,000 to $100 million, and applications must be submitted electronically by June 27, 2026. For inquiries, applicants can contact Diane Easterling at DOL-ETA-DWG@dol.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    DOL-ETA-DWG@dol.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Disaster Recovery DWG_Suggested App_.docx
    Disaster Recovery DWG_Suggested App_.pdf
    Disaster.bin
    Disaster.pdf
    The National Dislocated Worker Grant (DWG) Suggested Grant Application for disaster recovery serves as a guideline for organizations seeking federal assistance in responding to qualifying disasters. The application framework is divided into several sections, including a statement of work, community needs assessment, project implementation plan, budget, and attestations of compliance with various federal requirements. Applicants must provide comprehensive information on their proposed project, including activities, participant demographics, budget details, and the anticipated impact on the community affected by the disaster. Special emphasis is placed on utilizing a needs-assessment approach to identify the required disaster-relief employment needs and establish a detailed implementation strategy. Eligible participants include individuals directly impacted by the disaster, with priority given to marginalized communities. The application requires compliance with reporting and performance expectations governed by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Successful grant applications will receive funding in increments, supporting local efforts to provide employment and training services to those displaced by disasters.
    Employment Recovery DWG_Suggested App_.docx
    Employment Recovery DWG_Suggested App_.pdf
    Employment.bin
    Employment.pdf
    The National Dislocated Worker Grant (DWG) application provides a comprehensive framework for organizations seeking federal assistance to support workforce recovery efforts in response to large-scale layoffs or plant closures. The application requires detailed information across various sections, including a statement of work, community needs assessment, project implementation plan, and budget narrative. Key components include identifying the eligible qualifying events, articulating a clear purpose for the grant, outlining planned activities and target populations, and detailing the financial aspects through the SF-424 and SF-424A forms. Applicants must demonstrate their capacity to effectively respond to dislocation events and provide attestation regarding compliance with federal regulations and performance data reporting. The document emphasizes the importance of strategic planning, stakeholder coordination, and addressing the specific needs of affected workers, particularly those from marginalized communities. Overall, the application serves as a structured guide for organizations to secure funding aimed at facilitating employment recovery and enhancing workforce development initiatives following significant labor disruptions.
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