Opportunity Information: Apply for FOA WB 21 01
The Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) Technical Assistance Grant Program is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Labor, Womens Bureau (CFDA 17.701). Its core purpose is to expand womens access to, and long-term success in, apprenticeable occupations and other nontraditional occupations (often referred to as A/NTO). In practical terms, the program funds organizations that can provide technical assistance to employers and labor unions so they are better equipped to recruit, train, support, and retain women in fields where women have historically been underrepresented.
The grant is structured around three main types of activities. First, it supports the development, expansion, or improvement of training pathways that prepare women for careers in A/NTO. That can include establishing or strengthening pre-apprenticeship programs, youth apprenticeship models, Registered Apprenticeship programs, or other nontraditional skills training efforts that help women build the technical and workplace-readiness skills needed to enter these careers. The emphasis is not just on creating new programs, but also on enhancing existing ones so they are more accessible and effective for women.
Second, the WANTO program prioritizes ongoing education and capacity-building for the workplaces themselves. This includes providing orientations and other practical resources for employers, unions, and workers on what it takes to create a work environment where women can succeed. The focus here is on helping organizations move beyond recruitment alone and address the day-to-day workplace factors that influence whether women feel welcomed, treated fairly, and able to progress in apprenticeship and nontraditional roles.
Third, the opportunity highlights retention-oriented supports for women already participating in these occupations and training pipelines. The grant can be used to set up support groups, facilitate peer or professional networks, and provide supportive services (as referenced in the funding announcement) that help women stay in training and remain in the occupation once hired. The intention is to reduce the common drop-off points that occur when workers lack mentorship, community, or practical supports needed to persist in demanding training and work settings.
Administratively, this opportunity was released under Funding Opportunity Number FOA WB 21 01, with a creation date of April 26, 2021. Applications were due by June 4, 2021, with submissions required by 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the closing date. The award ceiling listed for individual grants is $750,000, and the Department anticipated making about 10 awards. Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with additional eligibility details provided in the full announcement text.
Overall, the WANTO Technical Assistance Grant Program is designed to help shift systems, not just individuals. By investing in employer and union capacity, training pathways, and wraparound supports, it aims to increase womens entry into apprenticeship and nontraditional occupations while also improving retention and advancement once women are in those roles.Apply for FOA WB 21 01
- The Department of Labor, Womens Bureau in the employment, labor and training sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) Technical Assistance Grant Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 17.701.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 26, 2021.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 04, 2021 The closing date for receipt of applications under this announcement is June 4, 2021 Applications must be received no later than 40000 p.m. Eastern Time.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $750,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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