Recognized apprenticeship preparation program grant
The Recognized Apprenticeship Preparation Program Grant from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry funds organizations to develop research-based pre-apprenticeship programs leading to registered apprenticeship pathways.
Funder: Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry
Due Dates: September 30, 2026 (monthly deadline) | December 31, 2026 (final deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 total; $5,000–$10,000 per applicant; ~5–7 awards; 13-month project term.
Summary: Supports Minnesota organizations in developing pre-apprenticeship programs that prepare participants for entry into registered apprenticeship programs.
Key Information: Applications are reviewed monthly; rolling submissions until funds are awarded or Dec. 31, 2026.
Description
This grant program, administered by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI), is designed to help Minnesota-based organizations develop or enhance pre-apprenticeship programs that become DLI-recognized apprenticeship preparation programs. The initiative aims to strengthen career readiness and employment preparation by supporting organizations in aligning their programs with registered apprenticeship pathways, ultimately increasing participant entry into skilled trades and registered apprenticeship programs across the state.
