Updated National Dislocated Worker Grant Program Guidance and Application Information
ID: 357771Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Employment and Training Administration (DOL-ETA)

Award Range

$150K - $10M

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/357771
Timeline
    Description

    The Employment and Training Administration (ETA) of the U.S. Department of Labor is offering the Updated National Dislocated Worker Grant Program, aimed at providing financial assistance to dislocated workers affected by significant economic disruptions or disasters. This grant program includes two types of funding: Disaster Recovery DWGs, which support temporary employment for cleanup and recovery efforts, and Employment Recovery DWGs, which address workforce needs arising from mass layoffs. The program emphasizes the importance of aligning with state and local workforce strategies and requires applicants to demonstrate eligibility and justify funding requests. The estimated total program funding is $300 million, with awards ranging from $150,000 to $10 million, and applications are due by December 31, 2026. For further information, interested parties can contact Jenifer McEnery at DOL-ETA-DWG@dol.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    DOL-ETA-DWG@dol.gov
    Files
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    TEGL.pdf
    The Employment and Training Administration (ETA) of the U.S. Department of Labor issued Training and Employment Guidance Letter No. 09-24, updating guidance for the National Dislocated Worker Grant (DWG) Program under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The letter outlines policies concerning the award and use of DWG funds to assist dislocated workers affected by major economic disruptions or disasters. It distinguishes between two types of DWGs: Disaster Recovery, which provides temporary employment for cleanup and recovery efforts following emergencies, and Employment Recovery, which addresses workforce needs stemming from mass layoffs or large-scale job losses. Key provisions include updated application requirements, performance targets, and post-award policies, as well as the emphasis on aligning with state and local workforce strategies. The guidance encourages applicants to maintain emergency preparedness, coordinate with state emergency management, and utilize supportive services to mitigate barriers to participant engagement. Applicants for DWG funding must demonstrate eligibility, justify funding requests, and comply with procedural requirements while prioritizing equitable and effective job opportunities post-dislocation. This comprehensive guidance supports recovery efforts and workforce resilience across affected communities.
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