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New and Expanded Registered Apprenticeship Program Grant

Two workers in a manufacturing facility

Grant funding of approximately $640,000 available, maximum award amount of $30,000.

Grant timeline

  • Proposals due:  Applications will be accepted beginning June 30, 2026, and continue until all funds have been awarded, or Dec. 1, 2026, whichever comes first.

  • Grant decision making:  Applications will be reviewed monthly until funds are depleted.

  • Grant decision communicated:  Applicant awards will be announced on a rolling basis, within three months of submitting an application.

Objective

This grant program seeks to aid employers with the development of new registered apprenticeship programs (RAP) or to expand existing RAPs in apprenticeable occupations, with priority given to programs in these targeted industries:  education, semiconductors, information technology, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, the public sector and construction. Incentive funding will assist with the high costs of starting or expanding a RAP and may be used to cover the costs of employer staff time to operationalize program logistics, develop and instruct related instruction, or recruit apprentices. Grant funds may also be used to purchase tools and supplies or pay for tuition for related instruction.

This program is 100% funded by a State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula – Competitive grant from the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration.

Eligibility

The grant program seeks proposals from entities that are looking to create a RAP or expand an existing RAP in apprenticeable occupations with priority given to these targeted industries:  education, semiconductors, information technology, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, the public sector and construction. Applicants may be an existing RAP in good standing in Minnesota, employer, employer association or apprenticeship committee. 

Multi-organizational partnerships are not eligible for this funding. 

Award amount

The total available funding for the upcoming grant cycle is anticipated to total up to $640,000. Applicants may apply for up to $30,000.

Request for proposals (RFP) and application materials 

Questions?

Contact Ruth Taylor, DLI, at ruth.taylor@state.mn.us for help with questions or for technical assistance.

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