Program Year 2026 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Indian and Native American Programs Employment and Training - Adult
This grant funds organizations to provide employment, education, and training services to eligible Indian and Native Americans, including Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians, to support economic self-sufficiency.
Funder: Employment and Training Administration
Due Dates: May 22, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Estimated total program funding: $62,000,000 | Award ceiling: $5,998,062 | Award floor: $18,024 | Up to 97 awards | 4-year cycle with annual renewals
Summary: Supports employment, education, and training services for Indian and Native American communities to promote economic self-sufficiency.
Key Information: Competition held every four years; current grantees must reapply to continue funding.
Description
This funding opportunity, administered by the U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration (ETA), provides grant support for employment and training activities targeting Indian and Native American (INA) communities, including Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians. The program aims to help eligible individuals achieve economic self-sufficiency by funding local entities to deliver employment services, financial assistance for education and training, and other supportive services. The grant competition occurs every four years, with successful applicants receiving annual awards for three subsequent years, contingent on appropriations and compliance.
