New York Employment Labor and Training Grants

The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) is making up to $2 million in State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula (SAEF) funding available under the Direct Entry Pre-Apprenticeship Programs (DEPA) Request for Applications (RFA). The purpose of the RFA is to: 1. Provide funding for DEPA programs to support approximately 300 participants; and2. Support entry into NYS Registered Apprenticeship (RA) programs for underrepresented populations including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.NYSDOL is particularly interested in supporting DEPA programs that provide participants with training and exposure to various trades and offer opportunities for entry into RA training programs. Targeted industries include, but are not limited to, Building and Construction, Manufacturing, and Information Technology (IT).Although grantmaking activities will transition from the Grants Gateway to the Statewide Financial System (SFS) on January 16, 2024, applications for this funding opportunity will continue to be accepted through Grants Gateway until the submission deadline date of March 29, 2024.Note: With the transition of grantmaking activities from the Grants Gateway to SFS, prequalification will be unavailable from December 15, 2023 through January 16, 2024. After January 16, 2024, organizations will prequalify in SFS. If an organization is prequalified at the time of the cutover, their prequalification status will move over to SFS. Additional information regarding prequalification can be found at https://grantsmanagement.ny.gov/transition-SFS.

This program provides funding to organizations that assist socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs and very small businesses in New York in becoming ready for venture capital investment.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in New York City that are working to create or expand Business Improvement Districts, enhancing local commercial areas through community engagement and strategic planning.

This program provides financial support to New York public school districts facing teacher shortages, particularly in low-performing schools, to recruit and retain qualified educators in high-need subject areas.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities and public schools in Dutchess County, New York, for projects that reduce food waste through composting systems and food waste drop-off programs.

This funding opportunity supports local organizations in Lewis County to implement innovative programs that address the opioid crisis through prevention, treatment, and recovery initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides $2,500 to individual artists for the creation of new works that engage and enrich their local communities.

This grant provides funding to public libraries in five counties of the Finger Lakes region to enhance access and promote reading and learning among youth.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in the Appalachian region for projects that promote economic diversification and workforce development in communities impacted by coal industry job losses.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to not-for-profit organizations in New York State to hire vocational rehabilitation counselors who will assist individuals in treatment or recovery from substance use disorders in finding and maintaining employment.

This grant provides funding to nonprofits focused on community development initiatives in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods, particularly in the Northeast, Florida, and Texas.

This grant provides funding to educators and community organizations in New York State to develop programs and purchase equipment that enhance health, physical education, recreation, and dance for youth.

This opportunity invites K-12 students in Dutchess County, New York, to create artwork from recyclable materials, promoting awareness of recycling and sustainability through an art challenge.

This funding opportunity supports collaborative performing arts projects in the Mid-Atlantic region, enabling multiple presenters to engage audiences through high-quality performances and community-focused activities.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in New York City that focus on improving the lives and self-sufficiency of low-income women and children, particularly through job training and placement programs.

This funding provides $3,000 to emerging individual artists and artist collectives based in Queens, New York, to support the creation of new artistic projects across various disciplines.

This grant provides funding for agricultural research, education, and technical assistance projects aimed at improving farming practices in the Northern New York region, specifically targeting operating farms and agricultural research facilities.

This program provides free training and funding opportunities to nonprofit organizations in the Appalachian region, helping them build capacity to better address community challenges and improve their operational effectiveness.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations in New York State to implement training programs that improve workplace safety and reduce occupational hazards.

This program provides funding to non-profit organizations and individual artists in New York State to support and expand arts and cultural initiatives, particularly in underserved areas like Genesee and Orleans Counties.