Veteran Employment Program - Delaware County
Veteran Employment Program - Delaware County supports veterans and eligible spouses through job preparation, skills training, and supportive services to reduce barriers and advance stable civilian careers.
Funder: Department of Labor and Industry
Due Dates: October 14, 2026, 10:00 A.M. ET (Bidder’s conference) | October 23, 2026, 4:00 P.M. ET (Questions) | November 10, 2026, 11:59 P.M. ET (Application)
Funding Amounts: Approximately $350,000 available for one grant; services April 1, 2027–November 30, 2028, with tracking through May 31, 2029
Summary: Supports workforce development projects that reduce employment barriers for Delaware County veterans and eligible spouses.
Key Information: Projects must serve only eligible Delaware County participants or local businesses seeking to hire veterans, and provide employment-related supportive services.
Description
Pennsylvania’s Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) administers this competitive grant to increase veteran employment in Delaware County. The program supports outreach to veterans, including veterans with disabilities, and eligible spouses; customized career-readiness and skills development; access to clinical and supportive services; and collaboration with local employers. Its goals include long-term job retention, career advancement, and greater economic stability for veterans and their families.
Supported work includes individualized job-search assistance, resume and interview preparation, career exploration, digital literacy, occupational skills training, and apprenticeship readiness. Projects may also support employment-related education and credentials, transportation, childcare, work attire, tools, and required employment screenings. The initiative advances Pennsylvania’s priorities for reducing employment barriers and expanding access to stable, family-sustaining civilian careers while meeting Delaware County’s workforce needs.
