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Road to Careers - Workforce Development & Adult Learning

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Update: New grant applications are being accepted for FY27. See details below!


Under Governor Moore’s leadership, Maryland’s Labor and Transportation departments have launched the Road to Careers grant program, a $24M initiative to increase skilled workers in the transportation construction sector. This program uses Registered Apprenticeship, Pre-Apprenticeship, and Integrated Education and Training models to prepare job seekers for careers such as skilled trade workers, equipment operators, and welders.

To ensure equity, grantee organizations will provide holistic support, including help with transportation, childcare costs, access to mental health support, and necessary employment tools.

Who can Receive Grant Funding?

Maryland Department of Labor has released $8M for Road to Careers. Awards are capped at $500,000 and the period of performance is 36 months. The following entities are encouraged to apply:

  • Local Workforce Development Areas
  • Community-based Organizations
  • Workforce Training Providers
  • Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors
  • Adult Education Providers
  • Community Colleges
  • Organizations serving immigrants and refugees
  • Other entities, as deemed allowable by the Maryland Department of Labor

Road to Careers is designed to expand opportunities to Marylanders who want to pursue a career in the skilled trades but may need extra support to get started on the path to success. The initiative is meant to support individuals who, though facing barriers to employment and significant challenges, aspire to pursue higher wages and family sustaining occupations.

For additional information about the Road to Careers Program, contact [email protected]

Application Details

Grants are awarded through a competitive solicitation process. To receive all application materials, applicants must submit a Notice of Intent to Apply by January 27, 2027.

Interested applicants are encouraged to attend the preproposal conference on November 2, 2026 at 2 p.m.

Application period begins: October 15, 2026.

Virtual Pre-proposal Conference: Monday, November 2, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. To register, submit a meeting registration form.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): Updated FAQs will be posted on our website following the pre-proposal conference. Check back here to view.

Application questions accepted until: Friday, January 8, 2027.

Notice of Intent to Apply Due: Wednesday, January 27, 2027 by 11:59 p.m.

  • To submit your intent to apply and receive all application materials, see our Google Form.

Application deadline: Friday, January 29, 2027 by 11:59 p.m.

Award notifications: April 2027

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