Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP) Grant for Program Year 2025-26 (PY 25-26)
Employment Development Department
Who can apply
Non-profit organizations, local labor partners, tribal governments, community colleges, local workforce boards, education and training providers, and farmworker serving organizations such as worker centers, worker cooperatives, and labor unions. Applicants, including collaborations among partners (see SFP for a list), must have demonstrated expertise in assisting farmworkers and in workforce development programs. Individuals may not apply.
About this opportunity
FAP PY 25-26 programs will position farmworkers to obtain access to good-quality jobs including jobs that pay family-sustaining wages, offer benefits, have predictable hours, opportunities for career advancement, and promote worker voice. Projects will also provide wrap-around support and resources to build skills to prevent job loss and lay the foundation for upward mobility. Funded programs will assist with referrals to health, housing, educational resources, and career and financial coaching. This SFP aims to build on previous Farmworkers Advancement Program efforts. Funding is available for programs demonstrating a track record of workforce outcomes. There is $5 million available through FAP PY 25-26, and the EDD anticipates that an estimated 8 s will be funded. Only one application pe...