FAA Aviation Maintenance Technical Workers Workforce Development Grant Program
ID: 357969Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

DOT Federal Aviation Administration (DOT-FAA)

Award Range

$0 - $1M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Transportation

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357969

Additional Information

https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/ang/grants/awd
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is accepting applications for the FY 2025 Aviation Maintenance Technical Workers Workforce Development Grant Program, aimed at expanding the aviation maintenance workforce across the United States and its territories. The program seeks to provide grants for educational initiatives and recruitment efforts that prepare individuals for careers in aviation maintenance, with a specific focus on supporting the Willa Brown Aviation Education Program, which requires at least 20% of the total funding. Approximately $9 million is available for this program, with applications due by February 5, 2025, and interested parties must register with the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit their applications through Grants.gov. For further information, applicants can contact Alicia Joynes at AWD-Grants@faa.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    AWD-Grants@faa.gov
    Files
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    AWD.pdf
    The FAA is seeking applications for the Aviation Maintenance Technical Workers Workforce Development Grant Program for FY 2025, aimed at expanding the aviation maintenance workforce across the U.S. and territories. A total of approximately $9 million will be allocated to fund initiatives within this program. Eligible applicants include educational institutions, aviation-related nonprofits, labor organizations, and governmental entities, while individual applicants are excluded. The program's objectives are guided by the FAA Reauthorization Acts of 2018 and 2024, focusing on education and recruitment to prepare individuals for careers in aviation maintenance. The Willa Brown Aviation Education Program is highlighted, requiring that a minimum of 20% of grant funds support this initiative, particularly in regions classified as opportunity zones. Applications are due by February 5, 2025, necessitating registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) and submission through Grants.gov. Applications will be evaluated based on a project plan, applicant capabilities, project impact, and administration. Awards will prioritize projects that foster workforce development, equity, and sustainability in the aviation industry, aligning with USDOT objectives for enhancing job quality and opportunity access among historically underserved communities. The FAA expects award announcements in the fourth quarter of FY 2025, emphasizing stringent compliance with federal regulations throughout the grant process.
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