This guidance outlines program year 2025 planning, position allotments, and funding requirements for national SCSEP grantees.
Funder: Employment and Training Administration (DOL)
Due Dates: October 30, 2025 (11:59 pm Eastern Time)
Funding Amounts: Up to $45,795,828 per award | ~$307M total | 22 awards expected | 1-year duration
Summary: Provides annual funding and allotment instructions for current SCSEP National Grantees to support employment and training for low-income older adults.
Key Information: Only current SCSEP National Grantees are eligible; 10% non-federal match required.
This opportunity provides annual planning instructions and funding allotments for the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) National Grantees for Program Year (PY) 2025. SCSEP, authorized under the Older Americans Act, supports part-time, community service training for low-income, unemployed individuals aged 55 and older, with the goal of helping them transition to unsubsidized employment. This grant is intended for current SCSEP General and Set-Aside National Grantees, detailing requirements, authorized positions, and funding for the upcoming program year.