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

May 29, 2026

Estimated total: $946,979,800 | State awards range: $2.3M–$156.3M | 52 awards expected | No cost sharing

Provides formula grants to states for youth workforce training and employment services under WIOA for Program Year 2026.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity supports state implementation of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Youth Program for Program Year (PY) 2026. The program provides formula-based grants to states, including the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, to deliver workforce development, training, and employment services to eligible youth. The WIOA Youth Program aims to improve the employability, education, and earnings of in-school and out-of-school youth, particularly those facing barriers to employment. Funds are distributed to states based on statutory formulas considering unemployment and disadvantaged youth data. States must further allocate funds to local workforce areas, following federal and approved state plan requirements. --- ## Due Dates - **Full Application Deadline:** May 29, 2026 (applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 pm Eastern Time) --- ## Funding Amount - **Estimated Total Program Funding:** $946,979,800 - **Expected Number of Awards:** 52 - **Award Ceiling (State Maximum):** $156,286,824 (e.g., California) - **Award Floor (State Minimum):** $2,326,108 (e.g., small states) - **Typical Award Duration:** Annual (Program Year 2026) - **Cost Sharing/Matching:** Not required --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible Applicants:** States (including the District of Columbia and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico) - Outlying areas (e.g., Guam, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau, Virgin Islands) have separate provisions and may consolidate grants. - **Not open to:** Individuals, local governments, nonprofits, or other organizations directly (except via subawards from states). --- ## Application Process 1. **Submission:** States must submit an electronically signed SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance) via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/). 2. **Required Information:** The application must reflect the exact state allotment and include CFDA number 17.259 for the Youth Activities stream. 3. **Registration:** Applicants must have an active [SAM.gov](https://sam.gov/content/entity-registration) registration and a Grants.gov account. 4. **Deadline:** Applications must be received by May 29, 2026. 5. **Questions:** Submission questions should be directed to WIOA-WP-WIG-ETAGrants@dol.gov, referencing the funding opportunity number and including contact details. --- ## Additional Information - **Allocation Formula:** State allotments are determined by a formula based on unemployment rates and the number of disadvantaged youth, with minimum and maximum thresholds. - **Sub-State Distribution:** States must allocate at least 85% of funds to local workforce areas, using either the statutory formula or an approved discretionary formula. - **Statewide Activities:** Up to 15% of the state’s allotment may be reserved for statewide workforce activities. - **Reporting:** States must submit quarterly financial reports and comply with WIOA performance reporting. --- ## External Links - [Official Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362125) - [Training and Employment Guidance Letter No. 10-25 (Full TEGL PDF)](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/TEGL-10-25.pdf) - [ETA WIOA Formula Allocations & Data](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/budget/formula/disadvantagedyouthadults) - [ETA Advisories and Guidance](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/advisories) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |-------------|-----------------------------------------------|---------------| | Anu Mathew | [WIOA-WP-WIG-ETAGrants@dol.gov](mailto:WIOA-WP-WIG-ETAGrants@dol.gov) | (877) 872-5627 (main ETA line) | For technical issues with Grants.gov: 800-518-4726 or [support@grants.gov](mailto:support@grants.gov) ---

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Youth Program Allotments for Program Year (PY) 2026

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