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Foundations in Industry Training (FIT) Grant Program

Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic DevelopmentNo deadline listed

Summary

Pennsylvania employers that sponsor registered apprenticeship or pre-apprenticeship programs can be reimbursed up to $3,000 per apprentice per year (up to 5 apprentices per employer, up to 3 years) for related classroom instruction; open year-round.

About this grant

Reimbursement grants for instruction that complements on-the-job learning in Registered Apprenticeship and Pre-Apprenticeship programs. Sponsors, including single employers, may request up to $3,000 per apprentice per year for up to three years, with up to five apprentices per employer per year plus 10% administrative support. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis while funds are available.

Who can apply

  • For-profit companies
  • Small businesses
  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • Other applicants (see eligibility)

Any sponsor operating a Registered Apprenticeship or Pre-Apprenticeship program in Pennsylvania, including a single employer or employer consortium

Program must be registered with the PA Department of Labor & Industry's Apprenticeship and Training Office

Each employer may request funding for no more than five apprentices per year

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Workforce
  • Apprenticeship

Money can be used for

  • Training
  • Apprenticeship

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