Strengthening Community Colleges Training Grants (Round 6)

The Strengthening Community Colleges Training Grants (Round 6) initiative, under the Employment and Training Administration of the Department of Labor, aims to enhance community colleges' capacity to implement and expand access to short-term training programs funded through Workforce Pell Grants. This round places a strong emphasis on industry-aligned strategies, facilitating worker mobility, and integrating training efforts with broader state workforce systems, including partnerships under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), to achieve statewide impact. The project seeks to support innovative, cooperative approaches that link training directly to employer needs and workforce demands, helping to prepare workers more effectively for in-demand occupations. The solicitation for this funding opportunity was posted on February 17, 2026, with responses due by May 20, 2026. While there are no specified set-aside types or NAICS codes, the program is federally managed, and interested applicants are encouraged to stay updated via the Grants.gov subscription service. Questions can be directed to the designated contact, Sarah Medley, at the provided email address, while general inquiries about the grant are managed by the Employment and Training Administration. This opportunity underscores a commitment to strengthening the capacity of community colleges through scalable, targeted workforce training investments.