Estimated Fiscal Year 2026 Adult Education and Family Literacy Act State Award Amounts
States are notified of their estimated FY 2026 funding amounts for adult education and family literacy programs under Title II of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
Funder: Office of Career Technical and Adult Education
Due Dates: May 26, 2026: Full application submission deadline
Funding Amounts: Estimated total program funding: $629,600,400 | Award ceiling: $101,469,588 | Award floor: $5,234 | Typical awards by state
Summary: Formula grant for state governments and outlying areas to support adult education and literacy activities under the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (AEFLA), Title II of WIOA.
Key Information: Only states, DC, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, and certain outlying areas are eligible.
Description
This opportunity provides formula-based funding to states and eligible territories under the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (AEFLA), Title II of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The program supports adult education, literacy, and workforce preparation activities, including integrated English literacy and civics education for English language learners. The funds are intended to help adults acquire basic skills, complete secondary education, and transition to postsecondary education or employment.
Funds are allocated to eligible entities based on statutory formulas that consider factors such as population, need, and recent immigration data. The program is designed to promote equitable access to high-quality adult education programs and to strengthen the workforce by improving educational attainment among adults.
