Grant opportunity: The U.S. Department of Labor's YouthBuild 2025 program offers funding for organizations and units of government to provide pre-apprenticeship occupational skills training in the construction industry and regional in-demand industries to disadvantaged and low-income youth. Funded projects will also provide supportive services for enrolled youth, including job placement, transportation assistance, childcare, and housing. 

Eligibility: Eligible applicants include units of state, local, or recognized Native American tribal government, nonprofit or tribal organizations, independent school districts, and institutions of higher education. 

Grant Amount and Grant Period: Awards will range between $1 million and $2 million with a grant period of 40 months starting July 1st, 2026. 

Application Due: March 2nd, 2026

For more information: For more information about the grant or how to apply, click here. 

Brockport Research Institute is a NYS certified woman-owned business enterprise that provides grant-writing, evaluation, project management, and professional learning services. If you or your organization are interested in this grant and want to know how Brockport Research Institute can help, please reach out to us at grants@brockportresearchinstitute.com or 1585-431-3416. Brockport Research Institute is not affiliated with this grant program, or the Department of Labor.