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Workforce Development Solicitations for Proposals

Here you’ll find:

  • Current solicitations for proposals (SFP)
  • Past grant award lists
  • Project summaries

For more information about the Stevens Amendment, visit the Federal Funding Disclosure webpage.

Program Year 2026–27

The Employment Development Department (EDD), on behalf of the Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of up to $17 million in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s discretionary funds for the Employment and Training Pathways Program (ETPP) Program Year 2026-27 (PY 26-27) Solicitation for Proposals (SFP). The ETPP PY 26-27 grants will support the development and implementation of projects that accelerate pathways to employment for populations facing significant employment barriers into high-demand occupations for good-quality jobs. The ETPP will develop skill-based pathways by integrating education and workforce training programs to align with the specific needs of the state’s strategic industry sectors, ensuring that individuals are connected to good-quality jobs and become better prepared to enter high-demand fields.

These programs will serve six of California’s most vulnerable populations: English Language Learners (ELLs); justice-involved individuals; individuals with disabilities facing barriers to employment; opportunity young adults (OYA) who are not working, working in low-wage occupations, have a pattern of intermittent employment, or are not in school; veterans; and individuals on public benefits facing new work requirements, helping them achieve economic self-sufficiency and life stability.

Two informational webinars are scheduled for October 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Pre-registration is required for all participants. Please register using the registration link for either Webinar #1 or Webinar #2.

Proposal applications must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. on November 9, 2026. For more information, refer to the SFP.

The Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of up to $8.5 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s Discretionary funds for the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program for Program Year 2026–2027. This funding opportunity continues the state’s investment in strengthening EMS Corps programs that advance an inclusive, community‑based health and human services workforce.

The EMS PY 26–27 SFP is designed to support the ongoing development, implementation, and expansion of EMS Corps program models. Eligibility for this solicitation is limited to program operators identified within the SFP, reflecting the state’s commitment to building on demonstrated program infrastructure, established partnerships, and previous rounds of successful implementation.

An informational webinar is scheduled for October 15, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. PT. Pre-registration is required for all participants.

Proposal submissions must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. PT on November 2, 2026.

The EMS PY 26–27 grant is funded entirely by a federal award totaling $8.5 million (100%) from the U.S. Department of Labor.

The Employment Development Department, in close collaboration with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency, announces the availability of up to $1.5 million in funding through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Governor’s Discretionary 15 percent fund for the Emergency Medical Services Technical Assistance (EMS TA) grant for PY 26-27.

This funding supports the continued implementation, improvement, and long-term sustainability of established EMS Corps programs across California. The PY 26–27 grant is designed to strengthen existing programs by ensuring fidelity to the EMS Corps model, improving participant outcomes, and supporting consistent statewide quality.

An informational webinar is scheduled for September 29, 2026, at 10 a.m. PT. Pre-registration is required for all participants.

Proposal applications must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. PT on October 27, 2026. For more information, refer to the solicitation for proposals (SFP).

The EMS TA PY 26-27 is funded by a grant award totaling $1.5 million (100%) from the U.S. Department of Labor, with $0 (0%) financed from non-federal sources.

The Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of up to $10 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s Discretionary funds for the Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP) PY 26-27 SFP.

The FAP PY 26-27 funds will be awarded to projects that focus on farmworker needs at the regional level by offering essential skills and upskilling training to advance in the agricultural industry and/or prepare for opportunities outside the agricultural sector. FAP programs will position farmworkers to access good-quality jobs, including those that pay family-sustaining wages, offer benefits, provide predictable hours, offer opportunities for career advancement, and promote worker voice. Projects will also provide wraparound support and resources to build skills, prevent job loss, and lay the foundation for upward mobility. Programs are encouraged to incorporate lessons learned from previous FAP rounds, including culturally responsive and bilingual training approaches and integrated navigation models that strengthen connections between training and job placement. The FAP grant-funded programs will continue to assist with referrals to health, housing, educational resources, and career and financial coaching.

An Informational Webinar is scheduled for September 15, 2026, at 10 a.m. PT. pre-registration is required for all participants.

Proposal applications must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. PT on October 12, 2026. For more information, refer to the SFP.

The EDD is making up to $2.7 million available through Wagner-Peyser Governor's discretionary funds for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Services Program for Program Year 2026–27.

The DHH Program provides employment services for deaf and hard of hearing job seekers at certain America's Job Center of California℠ (AJCC) locations throughout the state.

Services may include:

  • Career counseling.
  • Sign language interpretation and other communication support.
  • Job placement assistance.
  • Follow-up services.
  • Employment advocacy.
  • Job readiness services.

The program helps participants access employment services, prepare for work, find jobs, and keep employment. Interpretation services are also available to help participants access other EDD services.

An informational webinar will be held on June 3, 2026, at 10 a.m. PT. All participants must register in advance.

Applications must be received by 3 p.m. PT on June 18, 2026.

For details, see the Solicitation for Proposals.

The EDD is making up to $100,000 available through Wagner-Peyser Governor’s Discretionary funds for the Campesino de California Outreach Grant – Radio Media Program (CCOG-RM) for Program Year 2026–27.

This funding will support an organization that can develop and host radio talk shows for migrant and seasonal farm workers and their families. The radio programs will share timely information about EDD programs, benefits, services, and resources available through EDD partners.

An informational webinar will be held on June 2, 2026, at 10 a.m. PT. All attendees must register in advance.

Proposals must be received by 3 p.m. PT on June 16, 2026.

For details, see the Solicitation for Proposals.

Program Year 2025–26

On May 14, 2026, the EDD and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $9.75 million through Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I Governor’s discretionary funds.

The Regional Coordination Project (RCP) helps:

  • People get the education, training, and support they need to find a job.
  • Bring together local workforce boards, community colleges, and adult schools.
  • Connect people with education, job training, and employment services.

On May 15, 2026, the EDD and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $5 million through Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I Governor’s discretionary funds.

The Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP):

  • Help farmworkers build new skills and advance their careers.
  • Provides training to help farmworkers continue working in agriculture.
  • Prepares farmworkers for jobs in other industries.

On May 14, 2026, the EDD and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $1.5 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I Governor’s discretionary funds for the Employment Pathways Technical Assistance (EPTA) grant.

These funds will support organizations that help improve workforce programs. The goal is to make these programs work better for job seekers by:

  • Identifying problems.
  • Improving program design.
  • Using real-time data to guide decisions.

The selected technical assistance provider will:

  • Review and evaluate workforce programs funded under the Employment and Training Pathways Program.
  • Help grantees find and fix implementation challenges.
  • Use data to support program improvements.

The provider will also lead a group of partners from different workforce programs. This group will meet regularly to:

  • Share ideas.
  • Coordinate support.
  • Improve services across programs.

This approach helps make sure that support is practical, inclusive, and focused on the needs of program participants.

On April 8, 2026, the EDD and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $16,286,345.11 in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I Governor’s discretionary funds under the Employment and Training Pathways Program (ETPP).

These grants help organizations expand access to high-quality education and training programs that lead to careers. The focus is on helping Californians who face employment barriers get the skills and support they need to succeed.

Federal Funding Disclosure

This program is fully funded by a $16.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor. No state or other non-federal funds are used.

On October 7, 2025, the EDD awarded $100,000 through the Wagner-Peyser 10 Percent Governor’s Discretionary Fund for the Campesino de California Outreach Grant – Radio Media Program (CCOG-RM).

The selected organization will create and run radio talk shows for migrant and seasonal farm workers and their families. The goal is to share timely information about EDD:

  • Programs.
  • Benefits and services.
  • Services offered by EDD partners.

On October 3, 2025, the EDD awarded $2,699,862.11 in Wagner-Peyser 10% Governor’s discretionary funds to five organizations for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Program.

This program provides job support services for deaf and hard of hearing people at selected America's Job Center of California℠ (AJCC) locations across California.

Services include:

  • Career counseling.
  • Sign language interpretation and other communication support.
  • Job placement help.
  • Follow-up services after placement.
  • Advocacy to help ensure equal access to job services.
  • Job readiness support.

The goal of the program is to make sure participants can:

  • Access job services.
  • Prepare for work.
  • Connect with employment opportunities.

Program Year 2024–25

On May 9, 2025, the EDD and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $978,735.71 in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) 15% Governor’s discretionary funds for the Employment Social Enterprise (ESE) Technical Assistance Program.

These funds will support the organization that helps improve Employment Social Enterprise programs. The goal is to:

  • Improve job outcomes for people who face employment barriers.
  • Strengthen program design.
  • Provide guidance to program grantees.

The technical assistance provider will:

  • Support ESE program grantees by offering guidance.
  • Share best practices.
  • Help improve program results for participants.

Federal Funding Disclosure

This program is fully funded by a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor. No state or other non-federal funds are used.

On June 2, 2025, the EDD and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $9,999,199.53 in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I Governor’s discretionary funds under the Employment Social Enterprise (ESE) Program.

These grants help people:

  • Build job skills and gain work experience through social enterprise projects.
  • Who face employment barriers.
  • Gain stable jobs and become more financially independent.

Federal Funding Disclosure

This program is fully funded by a $10 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor. No state or other non-federal funds are used.

On May 16, 2025, the EDD and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $2 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) 15% Governor’s discretionary funds for the Allied Health Program (AHP).

The program focuses on helping adults from underserved and underrepresented communities:

  • Access training and employment opportunities in healthcare.
  • Train for jobs in the healthcare field.
  • Get career education, apprenticeships, and pre-apprenticeships
  • Prepare for jobs like pharmacy technicians and other health roles

Award decisions are final.

On March 18, 2025, the EDD and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $1 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s Discretionary funds for the Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP) Technical Assistance and Developmental Evaluation.

This funding supports efforts to improve services for farm workers. The selected provider will:

  • Work with program grantees to offer coaching, guidance, and support.
  • Help programs improve over time by identifying challenges.
  • Bring grantees together to share ideas, learn from each other, and improve how programs are run.

Award decisions are final.

On March 18, 2025, the EDD and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $9,999,054.89 in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I Governor’s discretionary funds under the Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP).

These grants:

  • Support farm workers build new skills.
  • Help farm workers improve their job opportunities at a regional level.
  • May provide training to help farm workers advance in agriculture.
  • Help farm workers prepare for jobs in other industries.

Award decisions are final.

On March 17, 2025, the EDD and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded about $1.7 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) 15% Governor’s Discretionary funds to one organization under the Opportunity Young Adult Evaluation and Technical Assistance Program.

These funds support programs that:

  • Help young adults ages 18–28 who face employment barriers.
  • Connect participants to apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeships.
  • Connect people with community colleges and adult schools with proven success in helping people prepare for jobs.

Project details, award amount, and contact information are available through the links below.

Award decisions are final.

On March 17, 2025, the EDD and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $27,899,307 in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) 15% Governor’s discretionary funds under the Opportunity Young Adult Career Pathway Program (OYACPP).

These grants help young adults, ages 18–28, find and prepare for good-paying jobs. Services are designed to help people who:

  • Face employment barriers.
  • Have experienced foster care, homelessness or unemployment.
  • Have been involved with the justice system.

Project descriptions, award amounts, and contact information are available through the links below.

Award decisions are final.

On December 20, 2024, the EDD and the California Department of Rehabilitation, awarded $1,499,883 in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title IV Vocational Rehabilitation funds to Loyola Marymount University (LMU) for the Disability Access, Equity, and Inclusion (DAEI) Project.

This funding supports efforts to improve services for people with disabilities. The project will:

  • Review and evaluate funded pilot programs.
  • Identify ways to improve services.
  • Help make programs more accessible and inclusive.

Federal Funding Disclosure

This project is fully funded by a $1,499,883 grant from the U.S. Department of Labor. No state or other non-federal funds are used.

On August 21, 2024, the EDD awarded $100,000 through the Wagner-Peyser 10 Percent Governor’s Discretionary Fund for the Campesino de California Outreach Grant – Radio Media Program (CCOG-RM).

The selected organization will create and run radio talk shows for migrant and seasonal farm workers and their families. The goal is to share timely information about EDD programs, benefits, services, and services offered by EDD partners.

On August 22, 2024, the EDD awarded $2,699,960 in Wagner-Peyser 10% Governor’s discretionary funds for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Program.

This program provides job support services for deaf and hard of hearing people at selected America's Job Center of California℠ (AJCC) locations across California.

Services include:

  • Career counseling.
  • Sign language interpretation and other communication support.
  • Job placement assistance.
  • Follow-up services.
  • Advocacy to help ensure equal access to employment services.
  • Job readiness support.

The program helps participants prepare for work, find jobs, and keep employment. Interpretation services are also available to help participants access other EDD services.

Program Year 2023–24

On May 17, 2024, the Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $962,701.50 from the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s Discretionary Fund for the Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP) Technical Assistance (TA) and Developmental Evaluation (DE) for PY 23-24. The core aim of this funding is to address the needs of farmworkers by providing ongoing coaching and consultation, offering targeted technical assistance, and building a collaborative community of practice for ongoing learning and continuous improvement for FAP program awardees.

On October 22, 2024, the Employment Development Department, in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency, awarded $999,764.76 from the State of California’s General Funds to one organization for the Displaced Oil and Gas Workers Fund (DOGWF) Program Evaluation and Technical Assistance SFP for PY 23-24. The core aim of this funding is to address the needs of displaced workers in the oil and gas sector by providing ongoing coaching and consultation, offering targeted technical assistance, and building a collaborative community of practice for ongoing learning and continuous improvement for DOGWF program awardees.

On May 17, 2024, the Employment Development Department, in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency, awarded $17,698,313.88 in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title I Governor’s discretionary funds under the Opportunity Young Adult (OYA) Career Pathway Program PY 23-24 SFP. These grant funds will be used by awardees to design and implement projects that create pathways to success for OYA. The implemented projects will test and demonstrate program strategies to improve employment outcomes and reduce persistent economic inequities for OYA 18-28 years of age.

On February 5, 2024, the Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $1 million from the State of California’s General Funds to one organization for the English Language Learner (ELL) Integrated Education and Training (IET) Fund Technical Assistance (TA) and Developmental Evaluation (DE) PY 22-23 SFP. The core aim of this funding is to increase equity and improve outcomes for adult ELLs facing significant barriers to employment and education by providing necessary guidance and support to the ELL IET Fund PY 22-23 program awardee in their development of successful ELL IET programs. The awardee will also conduct an evaluation that summarizes lessons learned and makes recommendations for future successful ELL IET projects across the state.

On February 6, 2024, the Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded twelve grants totaling $8,996,417.62 in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I Governor’s discretionary funds under the Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP) PY 23-24 SFP. The FAP PY 23-24 grant funds will be used by awardees to research, design, and implement projects that focus exclusively on farmworker needs at a regional level by offering essential skills and upskilling training to either advance in the agricultural industry and/or prepare for advancement outside of the agricultural sector.

On February 2, 2024, the Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $26,766,810.50 from the State of California General Funds to four organizations under the Displaced Oil and Gas Workers Fund (DOGWF) PY 23-24 SFP. The award funds will be used to address the needs of displaced workers in the oil and gas sector. The core aim of this funding is to pioneer initiatives that guide displaced Oil and Gas workers into new jobs and career trajectories by transitioning workers into sectors that match their skills and expertise and offer comparable wages. The program is designed to extend beyond singular sectors, with a commitment to securing stable, well-compensated, and gratifying roles for these workers across diverse industries.

On January 18, 2024, the Employment Development Department awarded $100,000 of Wagner-Peyser Act 10 Percent Discretionary Funds to La Cooperativa Campesina de California under the Campesino de California Outreach Grant – Radio Media Program for Program Year 2023-24. These funds will support providing Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers (MSFW) and their families with relevant, timely information regarding the various programs and services offered through the EDD and its partners through 16 semi-monthly, 30-minute hosted radio talk shows for the MSFW population in Spanish during PY 23-24. Project descriptions, award amount, and contact information are listed in the links below. Award decisions are final.

On October 20, 2023, the Employment Development Department (EDD) awarded $2.65 million to five organizations from the Wagner-Peyser 10 percent Governor’s Discretionary funds for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program Year 2023-24. These funds support organizations with the expertise to support deaf and hard of hearing individuals through enhanced services and training in select America’s Job Center of California (AJCC) locations throughout California. The program aims to provide effective communication and increased service opportunities for deaf and hard of hearing individuals through specialized counseling, interpretive services, job placement, follow-up services and advocacy, and specialized training to assist them in becoming job ready. The program is designed to assist job-ready deaf and hard of hearing individuals in obtaining and retaining unsubsidized employment. The program also intends that interpretive services be provided to enable these individuals to receive other EDD-related services.

Federal Funding Disclosure: This Deaf and Hard of Hearing SFP is funded by a grant award totaling $2.65 million (100%) from the U.S. Department of Labor, with $0 (0%) financed from non-federal sources.

The grant solicitation for the CERF Tribal Funding Opportunity Intermediary PY 2023-24 funding opportunity has closed, and no award will be made under this solicitation. The Employment Development Department, on behalf of the Interagency Leadership Team, issued a Request for Proposal through Cal eProcure, which closed its application period on April 3, 2024.

Program Year 2022-23

On July 3, 2023, the Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $17.97 million from the State of California General Fund for the solicitation for proposals for the English Language Learner Integrated Education and Training (ELL IET) Fund Program Year 2022-23 (PY 22-23) grant program. The ELL IET Fund PY 22-23 grants were awarded to eight organizations to design, develop, and implement projects that expand Integrated Education and Training (IET) course offerings across the state and accelerate employment and re-employment strategies for English Language Learners. The awardees will serve the English Language Learners population sector, a group that often faces significant barriers to employment. The grant’s funding will combine demand-driven training and education with tailored wrap-around services for 3,534 workers currently confronting economic and employment barriers.

On August 25, 2023, the Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $4 million from the State of California General Funds to one organization under the Firefighter Joint Apprenticeship Program (FJAP) PY 22-23 SFP. The awarded funds will be used to expand and develop apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeships that recruit, train, and employ firefighters and paramedics prioritizing the inclusion of young adults who come from a disadvantaged or underrepresented background. The program is designed to increase the number of EMS Corp program graduates, or other individuals in local communities, enter a firefighter apprenticeship or pre-apprenticeship training program.

The grant solicitation for the RESEA CRTA PY 2022-23 funding opportunity closed and no award will be made under this solicitation. The Employment Development Department will issue a Request for Proposal through Cal eProcure.

On June 21, 2023, $1.4 million of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Governor’s Discretionary funds were awarded to one organization under the solicitation for proposals for the Employment Social Enterprise (ESE) Technical Assistance (TA) grant for PY 22-23. The funds awarded will provide TA to the Employment Social Enterprise PY 22-23 awardees to assist in the continued development and refinement of the ESE projects that accelerate employment strategies for populations experiencing significant barriers to employment.

Federal Funding Disclosure: This Employment Social Enterprise Grant Program is funded by a grant award totaling $1,400,000 (100%) from the U.S. Department of Labor, with $0 (0%) financed from non-federal sources.

On June 21, 2023, the Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded seven grants totaling $9,927,164 million of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Governor’s discretionary funds under the Employment Social Enterprise (ESE) Program Year (PY) 22-23 grant program solicitation for proposals. The awarded funds will support the design and implementation of projects that accelerate equity in employment through good-quality jobs and the development of innovative employment strategies for populations facing significant employment barriers by developing career pathways for them.

Federal Funding Disclosure: This Employment Social Enterprise Grant Program is funded by a grant award totaling $10,000,000 (100%) from the U.S. Department of Labor, with $0 (0%) financed from non-federal sources.

On May 25, 2023, $39,348,710.71 million of the Community Economic Resilience Fund (CERF), from the General State Funds, were awarded to 8 organizations under the Economic Development Pilot (EDP) Program for PY 20-23 SFP. Funding decisions are final.

On March 28, 2023, the Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $7,934,375 from the State of California General Funds to one organization under the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Intermediary Program Year 2022-2023 SFP. The awarded funds will be used to develop, implement, and support the operations of up to 10 pilot EMS training programs. The ultimate goal of these programs is to provide good quality jobs and careers to participants and increase the number of qualified emergency medical technicians in local healthcare economies.

On March 22, 2023, $1.6 million of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Governor’s Discretionary funds were awarded to one organization under the solicitation for proposals for the Equity Target Population Fund (ETPF) Technical Assistance (TA) grant for Program Year 2022-23. The funds awarded will provide TA to the Equity and Special Populations (ESP) PY 21-22 and the ETPF PY 22-23 awardees in designing, developing, and implementing projects that provide training and education with employment and support services to under-served job seekers facing significant employment barriers.

Federal Funding Disclosure: The Equity Target Population Fund Technical Assistance Grant Program is funded by a grant award totaling $1,6000,000 (100%) from the U.S. Department of Labor, with $0 (0%) financed from non-federal sources.

On March 24, 2023, $3.3 million of General State funds were awarded under the solicitation for proposals for the Community Economic Resilience Fund (CERF) Program Evaluation. The funds awarded will support the design and implementation of the CERF program evaluation.

On March 22, 2023, the Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), awarded $6.6 million in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Governor’s discretionary funds for the solicitation for proposals for the Equity Target Population Fund (ETPF) PY 22-23 grant program. The ETPF PY 22-23 grants were awarded to nine organizations to design and implement projects that accelerate equity in employment into good-quality jobs and develop innovative employment strategies for populations facing significant employment barriers. The awardees will serve difficult-to-reach population sectors including disconnected young adults, justice-involved individuals, people with disabilities (PWD), and veterans. The grant’s funding will combine demand-driven training and education with tailored wrap-around services for 1,162 workers currently confronting economic and employment barriers.

Federal Funding Disclosure: This Equity Target Population Fund Grant Program is funded by a grant award totaling $8,000,000 (100%) from the U.S. Department of Labor, with $0 (0%) financed from non-federal sources.

On October 20, 2022, $55 million of General State funds were awarded under the solicitation for proposals for the Community Economic Resilience Fund Program. The funds awarded will support the High Road Transition Collaboratives in the development of roadmaps, including a strategy and recommended series of investments, for their region.

On August 16, 2022, the Employment Development Department awarded $2,500,000 of Wagner-Peyser Act 10 Percent Discretionary Funds to five organizations under the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Grant Solicitation for Proposals for Program Year 2022-23. The program assists DHH individuals in searching, obtaining, and retaining unsubsidized employment, and career advancement opportunities. These services are provided at selected America’s Job Center of CaliforniaSM sites. Project descriptions, award amount, and contact information are listed below. Award decisions are final.

On July 8, 2022, the Employment Development Department awarded $100,000 of Wagner-Peyser Act 10 Percent Discretionary Funds to one organization under the Campesino de California Outreach Grant – Radio Media SFP Program Year (PY) 2022-23. Project descriptions, award amount, and contact information are listed below. Award decisions are final.

Program Year 2021–22

On June 9, 2022, $1.2 million of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Governor’s Discretionary funds were awarded to one organization under the solicitation for proposals for the Equity and Special Populations Technical Assistance and Evaluations grant for Program Year 2021-22. The funds awarded will focus on providing technical assistance and evaluation to implementing projects that prepare Californians with barriers to employment for quality jobs with livable wages.

On February 22, 2022, $11,451,835 of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Governor’s Discretionary funds were awarded to 19 organizations under the solicitation for proposals for the Equity and Special Populations grant for Program Year 2021-22. The funds awarded will focus on implementing projects that prepare Californians with barriers to employment for quality jobs with livable wages.

On June 14, 2021, $750,000 of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, 25 percent additional assistance funds were awarded to three organizations under the solicitation for proposals for the Dislocated Youth Worker Innovation Challenge grant. The funds awarded will focus on implementing pilot projects that create career pathways for dislocated youth workers who face barriers to employment.

On June 17, 2021, the Employment Development Department awarded $100,000 of Wagner-Peyser 10 Percent allocation funds to one organization under the SFP for the Campesino de California Outreach Grant – Radio Media PY 21-22. Project descriptions, award amount, and contact information are listed below. Award decisions are final.

On June 17, 2021, the Employment Development Department awarded $150,000 of Wagner-Peyser 10 Percent allocation funds to one organization under the SFP for the Campesino de California Outreach Grant - Complaint System Awareness and Referral Program PY 21-22. Project descriptions, award amount, and contact information are listed below. Award decisions are final.

On July 1, 2021, we awarded five grants totaling $2,500,000 under the Solicitation for Proposal for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services for Program Year 2021-22. The program assists DHH participants in searching, obtaining, and retaining unsubsidized employment, and career advancement opportunities. These services are provided at selected America’s Job Center of California locations.

Funding decisions are final.

Program Year 2020–21

On May 7, 2021, $1.6 million of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Governor’s Discretionary funds were awarded to six organizations under the solicitation for proposals for the English Language Learners grant. The funds awarded will focus on implementing integrated education and training models to prepare Californians with barriers to employment resulting from limited English language proficiency for high-quality jobs with sustainable wages and upward mobility. An additional $200,000 was awarded to one organization to provide technical assistance to the programs and produce a final report outlining successes and opportunities for improvement.

On May 14, 2021, $2 million of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Governor’s Discretionary funds were awarded to six organizations under the solicitation for proposals for the Disability Employment Accelerator grant. The funds awarded will focus on implementing models that create career pathways for Californians with disabilities who face barriers to employment.

On May 14, 2021, $4.9 million of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Governor’s Discretionary funds were awarded to 11 organizations under the solicitation for proposals for the Veterans’ Employment-Related Assistance Program grant. The funds awarded will support the implementation of technology-enabled education and training that allows veterans to develop the skills necessary for employment in high quality jobs with sustainable wages.

On October 30, 2020, the Employment Development Department awarded $100,000 of Wagner-Peyser Act 10 percent discretionary funds to one organization under the Campesino de California Outreach Grant – Radio Media SFP PY 20-21. Project descriptions, award amount, and contact information are listed below.

Award decisions are final.

On October 30, 2020, the Employment Development Department awarded $150,000 of Wagner-Peyser Act 10 percent discretionary funds to one organization under the Campesino de California Outreach Grant – Complaint System Awareness and Referral SFP PY 20-21. Project descriptions, award amount, and contact information are listed below.

Award decisions are final.

On June 12, 2020, the Employment Development Department awarded five grants totaling $2,500,000 under the Solicitation for Proposal for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Services for Program Year (PY) 2020-21. The program assists DHH individuals in searching, obtaining, and retaining unsubsidized employment, and career advancement opportunities. These services are provided at selected America’s Job Center of CaliforniaSM sites.

Funding decisions are final.