Workforce Training for Justice-Involved Individuals

Department of Labor: Employment and Training Administration

Application deadline: April 15, 2026
Grant amount: $1,000,000–$5,100,000
Geographic scope: National
Target population: Youth and adults involved with the justice system
Description: The RESTART program supports initiatives that help individuals with justice system involvement build workforce readiness skills and secure employment. Funding supports programs that train youth, young adults, and adults for high-demand jobs and assist them in successfully reentering the workforce. Eligible applicants include state and Tribal governments and nonprofit organizations, including national or regional groups that distribute funds to local