Regional Coordination Project (RCP) Grant for Program Year 2025-26 (PY 25-26)

The Regional Coordination Project (RCP) Grant aims to strengthen collaboration between local workforce boards and community colleges and adult schools through regional partnerships. The grant seeks to provide equitable access to high-quality jobs and long-term systems change. The project will advance workforce innovation through collaboration with community colleges and adult education providers, grounded in regionally defined approaches, sector strategy, labor market data, and evidence-based practice. • The grant has $10 million available, and the Employment Development Department (EDD) anticipates that 10-13 organizations will be funded. • Applicants must demonstrate the ability to leverage at least 20 percent of their budget with leveraged resources from other sources. • Proposals must be received by 3 p.m. PST on March 17, 2026. • An informational webinar will be held on February 24, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. PST.