Originally authorized by the Indian Adult Vocational Training Act of 1956, as amended, Job Placement and Training (JP&T) programs may be administered by the BIA or a Tribe. In support of self-determination, the BIA encourages Tribes to provide services directly by entering into a Public Law 93-638 contract or compact. Federal funding aims to provide individuals with vocational training, including vocational counseling or guidance, institutional training in a recognized vocation or trade, apprenticeships, and on-the-job training to improve job skills and increase employment opportunities.
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The IGNITE Workforce Pilot Program is a competitive discretionary funding opportunity designed to support implementation-ready Tribal workforce development strategies that prepare participants for employment in construction and infrastructure trades and emerging technology sectors, including advanced manufacturing, digital fabrication, artificial intelligence technologies, drone and geospatial systems, and STEM-based workforce training.
The FY 2026 IGNITE Workforce Pilot Program Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) contains complete eligibility requirements, application instructions, funding priorities, evaluation criteria, and submission requirements.
Application Deadline:
September 18, 2026
5:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Applications received after the published deadline will not be considered.
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