Foundations in Industry Training (FIT) Grant Program
Foundations in Industry Training (FIT) Grant Program supports Pennsylvania apprenticeship sponsors with technical instruction funding to complement workplace training and build industry-recognized skills.
Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
Due Dates: Rolling (while funds remain available)
Funding Amounts: Up to $3,000 per apprentice or pre-apprentice annually for three years, plus 10% administrative support
Summary: Supports instruction complementing on-the-job training in Pennsylvania registered apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs.
Key Information: Programs must be registered with Pennsylvania’s Apprenticeship and Training Office before applying; grants reimburse incurred costs.
Description
The Foundations in Industry Training (FIT) Grant Program, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), supports registered apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs statewide. It aims to expand opportunities available to Pennsylvania employers, strengthen talent recruitment and workforce development pipelines, and provide job seekers with structured pathways to earn wages while developing industry-recognized skills.
Funding supports Related Technical Instruction (RTI) that complements On-the-Job Training (OJT), delivering technical and academic competencies needed for manufacturing roles. Sponsors may apply whether or not they directly employ apprentices, provided they demonstrate employer connections and active involvement in the program. Partnerships and collaboration among eligible sponsors are encouraged.
