[Employment and Training Administration](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta)

May 26, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)

$85 million total; awards range from $561,760 to $8,287,067 per state; 36-month period of performance

Supports state and territory efforts to expand and modernize Registered Apprenticeship programs, with a focus on in-demand sectors and system capacity-building.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity provides approximately $85 million in formula grants to eligible states and territories for the expansion and enhancement of Registered Apprenticeship programs. The initiative aims to fuel growth in apprenticeship opportunities, especially within Administration-priority sectors such as artificial intelligence infrastructure, nuclear energy, advanced manufacturing, shipbuilding, domestic mineral production, and information technology. Funding supports both direct services to apprentices and employers, as well as state-level system improvements and capacity-building. The program is designed to increase the number of active apprentices, streamline registration processes, and incentivize states to set and pursue ambitious apprenticeship expansion goals. --- ## Due Dates - **May 26, 2026:** Full application submission deadline (applications must be submitted electronically no later than 11:59 PM Eastern Time) --- ## Funding Amount - **Total Program Funding:** $85,000,000 - **Award Range:** $561,760 (minimum) to $8,287,067 (maximum) per state, based on a performance-based formula - **Expected Number of Awards:** 53 (one per eligible state/territory) - **Period of Performance:** 36 months, anticipated start date July 1, 2026 - **Cost Sharing/Matching:** Not required, but states must commit leveraged resources equal to at least 50% of their formula allocation (can include cash/in-kind from federal, state, local, public, or private sources) --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible Applicants:** All 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories with more than 100 active apprentices as of the end of FY 2025. - Territories with fewer than 100 active apprentices (American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands, U.S. Virgin Islands) are not eligible for SAEF4 but may use prior SAEF3 funds. - **Applicant Entity:** Must be a state agency designated by the Governor (e.g., State Workforce Agency, State Educational Agency, or State Apprenticeship Agency [SAA]). - For SAA states, the SAA must be a partner if not the lead applicant, with a letter of commitment included. - Only one application per state will be considered. --- ## Application Process - **Submission Portal:** Applications must be submitted electronically via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361865). - **Required Application Components:** - SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance) - SF-424A (Budget Information) and Budget Narrative (including leveraged resources plan) - Project Narrative (max 10 pages, double-spaced) - Governor’s Letter designating the applicant and demonstrating support - Abstract (1–2 pages, using suggested template) - Optional: Work Plan (recommended) - **Formatting Requirements:** Times New Roman, 12-point font, 1-inch margins, single-sided, 8.5x11" pages. - **Attachments:** Clearly labeled; only those listed will be reviewed. - **Deadline:** Applications must be received by 11:59 PM ET on May 26, 2026. Only the most recent, timely submission per state will be considered. --- ## Additional Information - **Use of Funds:** Broadly supports state-level Registered Apprenticeship expansion, including staffing, system improvements, direct support to apprentices and employers, incentive funding, and alignment with Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. - **Core Requirements:** States must set expansion goals, dedicate funding to targeted industries, commit to 50% leveraged resources, and (for SAA states) publish program approval times. - **Reporting:** Quarterly narrative, performance, and financial reports are required. - **No competitive funding:** For SAEF4, all funding is formula-based; no competitive awards this round. - **Performance Goals:** States must set numeric targets for apprentice expansion (not limited to those directly funded by the grant). --- ## External Links - [Full program information on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361865) - [Funder home page (Employment and Training Administration)](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta) - [Program documents and TEGL](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/grants) - [Apprenticeship Data & Statistics](https://www.apprenticeship.gov/data-and-statistics) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |------------------|-----------------------------|---------------| | LaQuisha Barnes | [SAEF4-TEGL@dol.gov](mailto:SAEF4-TEGL@dol.gov) | Not listed | | General ETA Info | [eta.webportal@dol.gov](mailto:eta.webportal@dol.gov) | (877) 872-5627 | For program-specific questions, email SAEF4-TEGL@dol.gov and reference TEGL No. 08-25.

State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula, Round 4 (SAEF4)

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