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FY27 Expansion of ESL services for Adult Education providers working with Asylees, Refugees and Migrants

Illinois Community College BoardCloses Nov 13, 2026(23 days left)

Summary

The intent of the grant is to expand capacity for English language services for providers working with asylees, refugees, and migrants. With this funding, adult education providers can better assist new arrivals with their transition to living in the United States. This grant aims to support all demographics with a primary focus on immigrants, asylees, and refugees. It addresses the urgent needs a

About this grant

The intent of the grant is to expand capacity for English language services for providers working with asylees, refugees, and migrants. With this funding, adult education providers can better assist new arrivals with their transition to living in the United States. This grant aims to support all demographics with a primary focus on immigrants, asylees, and refugees. It addresses the urgent needs arising from the current immigrant crisis by providing essential assistance to help these individuals transition to a better quality of life. These funds will help programs to equipping them with the necessary skills and resources to integrate successfully into their new communities. This funding provides opportunities for English language learners to increase their basic skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This funding is intended to expand existing offerings and serve additional learners. It is not intended to supplant existing English Language Services. By hiring qualified ESL instructors with a background in working with asylees, refugees, and migrants, programs will ensure that the new arrivals population has access to instruction and curriculum tailored to their needs. Providers will also offer technology for students to access remote learning. Recruitment will occur throughout the grant cycle, and providers will implement wrap-around services to retain and support new learners.

Who can apply

  • Other applicants (see eligibility)

Our reading of the listing: for-profit businesses are not eligible for this one.

Eligible applicant types: Others

Applicant Eligibility: Current ICCB-funded Title II Adult Education and Literacy programs are invited to submit proposals under this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). Beneficiary Eligibility: An eligible individual to receive funds and services: • Who has attained 16 years of age. • Who is not enrolled or required to be enrolled in secondary school under state law. • Who are basic skills deficient. • Who does not have a secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent and has not achieved an equivalent level of education. • Or is an English Language Learner. Credentials Documentation: Applicant must be a current ICCB-funded Title II Adult Education and Literacy program.

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Education

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