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Labor Education Advancement Program (LEAP) Grant

Note:  Fiscal year 2027 LEAP grant request for proposals and application materials will be available in February or March 2026.

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Objective

This grant funding is to facilitate the participation and/or retention of people of color, Indigenous people, and women in registered apprenticeship programs through various means including outreach, education, assessment, preparation, support services, instruction, training, placement and retention activities.

There are currently 11,000 registered apprentices in Minnesota. However, women and communities of color have been historically underrepresented in apprenticeship participation.

Eligibility

  • Community-based or nonprofit organizations, including 501(c)3 and 501(c)5 organizations. Applicant organizations must be registered with the Secretary of State in Minnesota.

  • Minnesota Tribal governments as defined in Minn. Stat. §10.65.

Questions?

Contact Lyla Brown, DLI, at lyla.brown@state.mn.us with questions or for technical assistance.

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