Direct Entry Pre-Apprenticeship (DEPA) Programs
About This Grant
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; and 2. Support entry into NYS Registered Apprenticeship (RA) programs for underrepresented populations including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. DEPA funding is intended to support approximately 300 participants in Direct Entry pre-apprenticeship programs that lead to NYS RA programs.
Grant Summary
Direct Entry Pre-Apprenticeship (DEPA) Programs is a Labor grant providing up to $2M. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- An eligible applicant must be a Direct Entry pre-apprenticeship program that is recognized by NYSDOL. Direct Entry programs must have an agreement with at least one (1) sponsor of a NYS RA program as indicated on NYSDOL?s website here: https://dol.ny.gov/direct-entry. Additional requirements for grant Applicants include: ? Applicant is a duly incorporated for-profit or not-for-profit (NFP) organization, that is eligible to do business in NYS ? Must be legal entities able to fulfill all requirements associated with state and federal grant obligations ? Have two (2) or more full-time employees or the equivalent of two (2) full-time employees throughout the duration of the contract. Principals of corporations and owners of businesses such as sole proprietors or partners, are not considered to be employees for this eligibility requirement. An Applicant is not eligible to apply if it has no employees or if the workers are independent contractors, subcontractors or contract employees. However, if an Applicant leases its employees for payroll and tax reporting purposes, and has authority over the hiring, firing and scheduling of workers, it is eligible for funding consideration ? Must be headquartered in NYS or have at least one (1) site located in NYS at the time of application ? Must be in good standing with regard to the laws, rules, and regulations for: Unemployment Insurance (UI), Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN), Public Work, Labor Standards, Safety and Health, NYS Department of State Division of Corporations, Workers Compensation Insurance, and Disability Insurance ? If the Applicant is an NFP organization, it must be pre-qualified in the Statewide Financial System (formerly Grants Gateway as described in Section II.E of the RFA.
How to Apply
Up to $2M
Rolling / Open
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Direct Entry Pre-Apprenticeship (DEPA) Programs from Labor, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Labor before the deadline.
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Direct Entry Pre-Apprenticeship (DEPA) Programs: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Direct Entry Pre-Apprenticeship (DEPA) Programs?
Direct Entry Pre-Apprenticeship (DEPA) Programs is offered by Labor and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is available in NY_WORKFORCE. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Direct Entry Pre-Apprenticeship (DEPA) Programs provide?
Direct Entry Pre-Apprenticeship (DEPA) Programs provides up to $2M per award from Labor. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Direct Entry Pre-Apprenticeship (DEPA) Programs deadline?
Direct Entry Pre-Apprenticeship (DEPA) Programs accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, Labor, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.
How do you apply for the Direct Entry Pre-Apprenticeship (DEPA) Programs?
To apply for Direct Entry Pre-Apprenticeship (DEPA) Programs, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Labor.