Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP) Grant for Program Year 2025-26 (PY 25-26)

The Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP) Grant for Program Year 2025-26 aims to fund projects that address the needs of farmworkers at a regional level by providing essential skills and upskilling training. The grant program seeks to position farmworkers for access to good-quality jobs, including those that pay family-sustaining wages, offer benefits, and provide opportunities for career advancement. The grant will support projects that offer wrap-around support and resources to build skills and prevent job loss. • The grant program will serve farmworkers in regions identified by the Employment Development Department, including the San Joaquin Valley, Northern California, Coastal region, and Southern California. • Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, public agencies, tribal governments, community colleges, local workforce boards, education and training providers, and farmworker serving organizations. • The grant program will provide up to $5 million in funding, with an estimated 5-8 awards to be made. • The period of performance for the grant will be from 6/1/26 to 3/31/28.