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1. How do I apply for federal grants?
Throughout the year, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and other department and agencies publish different grant opportunities in a format that could be called a Solicitation for Grant Applications (SGA), a Request for Proposals (RFP), or Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA). SGA, RFP and NOFA are published online at www.grants.gov and the Department of Labor Web site. Potential grantees usually have 30-60 days to submit their applications.
In order to apply for a federal grant, it is crucial that your organization register at www.grants.gov. The process for registering may take a couple of weeks; therefore your organization might choose to register at www.grants.gov even before you identify an SGA, RFP or NOFA that you would want to respond to. Once your organization is registered, you will be able to apply for grants directly online when they become available throughout the year. While some agencies may also still accept paper copies of grant applications, it is best to apply directly online at www.grants.gov.
Some federal funding opportunities are available through a contract. These opportunities are listed through www.fedbizopps.gov In the case of the Department of Labor, contract opportunities related to Job Corps are published on www.fedbizopps.gov. Additionally, the Social Security Administration offers the opportunity for organizations to join the “Employment Network,” help people with disabilities return to work, and receive funding for meeting certain benchmarks. This opportunity is also published on www.fedbizopps.gov.
2. What grants are available?
Open DOL grants can be viewed at www.dol.gov/cfbci/funding.htm. Currently, no USDOL grants are available. However, we have highlighted other federal opportunities.
Reviewing previous SGA's which are not currently open can be useful to help you familiarize yourself with opportunities that may be republished again so that your organization can prepare.
3. How do I stay up to date on government grant opportunities?
You can find grant opportunities at Grants.gov, which provides a secure and reliable source for applying for federal grants online, simplifying the grant application process and reducing paperwork.
4. What grant writing assistance is available?
Every DOL Solicitation for Grant Opportunities share common elements. Understanding these grant elements will help applicants write an effective proposal.
5. How do I apply for private funding?
Our mission is to empower you as you serve your community and to ensure that you have a level playing field as you apply for funds. However, it is crucial that you don't wait to get a grant to pursue your mission so that you be unstoppable in completing your goals.
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