WIOA Title 1 Youth Program (PY25)
Labor
About This Grant
Helps young adults build the skills necessary to explore and develop careers, pursue education and occupational skills training, and gain work experiences and employment. The programs support educational attainment through: (1) Educational opportunities that lead to a high school diploma or equivalency, (2) Basic and English-language learner skills development, (3) Post-secondary transition, technical training, or apprenticeship guidance. Prepare youth for employment success by: (1) Providing work readiness and life skills training (2) Connecting youth with paid and unpaid work experiences, including jobs, internships, job shadowing, pre-apprenticeship and on-the-job training (3) Supporting occupational skills trainings leading to industry-recognized credentials (4) Facilitating career exploration and development Build leaders by: (1) Cultivating entrepreneurial skills (2) Connecting participants with mentors (3) Offering peer learning opportunities (4) Facilitating financial education (5) Supporting civic engagement WIOA Youth Programs also link youth to support services, such as drug, alcohol and mental health treatment. The programs facilitate connections with community organizations, and address barriers like inaccessible transportation or childcare.
Grant Summary
WIOA Title 1 Youth Program (PY25) is a Labor grant providing up to $64.6M. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- Out-of-School Youth (OSY) - OSY are 16 to 24 years old, who do not attend school per New York State Education Law, and experience a qualifying barrier to employment; In-School Youth (ISY) - ISY are 14 to 21 years old, who are attending school, are low-income and have a qualifying barrier to employment
How to Apply
Up to $64.6M
Rolling / Open
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for WIOA Title 1 Youth Program (PY25) 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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WIOA Title 1 Youth Program (PY25): Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the WIOA Title 1 Youth Program (PY25)?
WIOA Title 1 Youth Program (PY25) 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 WIOA Title 1 Youth Program (PY25) provide?
WIOA Title 1 Youth Program (PY25) provides up to $64.6M 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 WIOA Title 1 Youth Program (PY25) deadline?
WIOA Title 1 Youth Program (PY25) 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 WIOA Title 1 Youth Program (PY25)?
To apply for WIOA Title 1 Youth Program (PY25), 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.