Training and Employment Guidance Letter (02-26) for FY 2026 Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending
Open
Employment and Training Administration is offering grants of up to $5.3 million (at least $50,000) to the applicants described in the notice. It expects to make about 108 awards worth $95.5 million in total. Applications close on January 31, 2027.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed September 22, 2026. Checked October 31, 2026.
- Award ceiling$5.3 million
- Award floor$50,000
- Expected awards108
- Total funding$95.5 million
- Cost sharingNot required
- Funding typeGrant
Key dates
| Posted | August 25, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | January 31, 2027 |
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Who can apply
This opportunity is open to the applicants described in the notice.
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Only the organizations specified in the Explanatory Statement for Division B Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, as named in Appendix I of this TEGL, are eligible for grant awards under this TEGL.
Is this a realistic fit?
- No cost sharing or match is required.
What the grant funds
Questions regarding this Training and Employment Guidance Letter may be emailed to Community. Projects.ETA@dol.gov. We encourage FY2026 sponsored recipient organizations to use the Grants.gov subscription option to register for future updates provided for this particular TEGL.
How to apply
- Read the full notice and attachments on Grants.gov. The notice is the official source for deadlines and requirements.
- Make sure your organization has an active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity ID; registration can take several weeks.
- Register on Grants.gov and submit through Workspace before the deadline and time given in the notice. Our application guide walks through each step.
Questions go to Employment and Training Administration, Community.Projects.ETA@dol.gov, 202-693-2606.
Questions people ask
Who can apply for Training and Employment Guidance Letter (02-26) for FY 2026 Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending?
Employment and Training Administration accepts applications from the applicants described in the notice. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for Training and Employment Guidance Letter (02-26) for FY 2026 Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending?
Closes January 31, 2027 (92 days left). Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $5.3 million each. About $95.5 million in total across about 108 awards.
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