Pay-for-Performance (PfP) Incentive Payments Program
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The Employment and Training Administration (ETA) of the U.S. Department of Labor is offering a funding opportunity through the Pay-for-Performance (PfP) Incentive Payments Program, aimed at expanding the National Apprenticeship System. This program will provide cooperative agreements to incentivize the growth of Registered Apprenticeship programs across various industries, particularly in Shipbuilding, Defense, Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare, and more, with a focus on achieving substantial increases in active apprentices. The total estimated funding for this initiative is $145 million, with awards ranging from $10 million to $40 million, and applications are due by April 3, 2026. Interested applicants can reach out to Carmen Mew at PfP_FOA-ETA-26-19@dol.gov for further information.
Eligible Applicants
See the Funding Opportunity Announcement for specific eligibility requirements. Eligible applicants may include but are not limited to: State Agencies and Territories; National Industry Groups and Associations; National Labor Management Organizations; National economic development entities; Registered Apprenticeship and Workforce Intermediary Organizations; Professional Consulting Organizations; Consortia led by one or more eligible entities listed above and other relevant entities to achieve the goals and requirements of the PfP Incentive Payments Program. Faith-based organizations are encouraged to apply, as are all organizations. Those that meet the eligibility requirements may receive awards under this funding opportunity. DOL will not, in the selection of recipients and administration of the grant, discriminate on the basis of an organization's religious character, affiliation, exercise, or lack thereof, or on the basis of conduct that would not be considered grounds to favor or disfavor a similarly situated secular organization.