Description
The YouthBuild 2025 program is a grant opportunity provided by the Employment and Training Administration (ETA) to support eligible public or private non-profit organizations or Tribal entities in providing pre-apprenticeship occupational skills training, education, and job placement services to opportunity youth. The program aims to prepare participants for quality jobs in various industry sectors and includes wrap-around supportive services such as assistance in transportation, childcare, and housing. The program must offer participants construction training and hands-on experiences building affordable housing for their community.
• The grant will be awarded through a competitive process.
• Eligible applicants include public or private non-profit organizations or Tribal entities.
• The program includes a Construction Plus component, providing vocational training in additional high-demand industries.
• The grant has an estimated funding of $98,000,000, with an award ceiling of $2,000,000 and an award floor of $1,000,000.
• The application must be submitted electronically by March 2, 2026.