Division of Indian and Native American Programs (DINAP) Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Section 166 grantees and the Department of Labor share a vision of providing quality employment and training services to tribes, tribal organizations, Alaska Native entities, Indian controlled organizations and Native Hawaiian organizations serving unemployed and low income Native Americans, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians.

This website has been designed primarily to provide general information and assistance to Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Section 166 Indian and Native American (INA) grantees and others that are interested in economic self-sufficiency through employment and job training programs for Native Americans. The section 166 programs are designed to support employment and training activities in order to develop more fully the academic, occupational and literacy skills; make individuals more competitive in the workforce; and promote economic and social development in accordance with the goals and values of such communities. These programs are administered in a way that not only meet regulatory requirements, but also in ways that are consistent with the traditional cultural values and beliefs of the people they are designed to serve.

Announcements

Program Year 26 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Indian and Native American Programs – Employment and Training Grants – FOA-ETA-26-20

This Funding Opportunity Announcement solicits applications for Indian and Native American Program (INAP) grants.  INAP funding supports employment and training activities for Indian and Native Americans throughout the United States by awarding grant to eligible entities at the local level for the provision of employment services. Grant award recipients may use funding to help all eligible Indian and Native Americans, including Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians, with employment, financial assistance for education and training, and other supportive services necessary to achieve economic self-sufficiency.

Questions regarding this Funding Opportunity Announcement may be emailed to INAP.OGM@dol.gov.

  • Issue Date: April 2, 2026
    Closing Date: May 22, 2026

    Full Announcement (PDF Format)

  • Visit Grants.gov Postings:

    • Applicants wishing to apply for INAP Comprehensive Services Program funding (for adults) must submit an application under this posting: FOA-ETA-26-20-IA

    • Applicants wishing to apply for INAP Supplemental Youth Services Program funding (youth) must submit an application under this posting:  FOA-ETA-26-20-IY 

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