CFDA Number
17.235
Unique assistance listing ID
CFDA 17.235 Education Active
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Senior Community Service Employment Program
CFDA 17.235 — federal assistance program administered by U.S. Department of Labor, sourced from the SAM.gov Assistance Listings catalog.
Administered by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)
Program overview. CFDA 17.235 — Senior Community Service Employment Program — is a federal assistance listing in the Education category, administered by U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). The typical award range cataloged on SAM.gov is $1.0 million to $20.0 million. The program is currently active in the SAM.gov Assistance Listings database. Eligible applicants include Nonprofit Organization, State or Local Government.
Funding opportunities. PlainGrants has indexed 18 Grants.gov opportunity announcements tied to CFDA 17.235. Of those, 0 are currently open for applications and 18 have closed. The largest award ceiling seen across these announcements is $150.0 million. Agencies have projected roughly $4.0 billion in total estimated funding across the indexed announcements for this CFDA number. Individual Notice of Funding Opportunity documents on Grants.gov carry the exact deadlines, required forms, and submission instructions.
Next steps. Before applying for CFDA 17.235, confirm your organization has an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID (UEI) — these are mandatory for every federal funding instrument. Read the current Notice of Funding Opportunity end-to-end, paying close attention to the cost-share or matching requirement, the evaluation criteria, and the narrative page limits. Education-category grants frequently require formal partnerships with local education agencies or accredited institutions — line those commitments up early. For structural help, the guides linked below cover SAM.gov setup, NOFO interpretation, and common rejection reasons.
Federal Grant Distribution
Federal grant distribution by category — FY2025 obligations (USAspending.gov)
Category
Education
Federal grant subject area
Open Opportunities
0
Currently open for applications
Typical award as share of ceiling 5.0%
$1.0 million to $20.0 million
Typical Award Range
$1.0 million to $20.0 million
Application Deadline
Annual
Category
Education
Program Description
Part-time employment and training opportunities for low-income older adults to transition to private employment.
Who Is Eligible?
Nonprofit Organization State or Local Government
Ready to Apply?
Visit the official program website for current application requirements and deadlines.
Administering Agency
DOL 17 programs
U.S. Department of Labor
Workforce development, job training, worker protection, and employment services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CFDA 17.235 grant program?
CFDA 17.235 is the "Senior Community Service Employment Program" program administered by U.S. Department of Labor. Part-time employment and training opportunities for low-income older adults to transition to private employment.
Who is eligible for Senior Community Service Employment Program?
Eligible applicants include: Nonprofit Organization, State or Local Government. Always verify current eligibility requirements directly with the awarding agency, as requirements can change between funding cycles.
How much funding is available through CFDA 17.235?
The typical award range for this program is $1.0 million to $20.0 million. Actual amounts depend on available appropriations, the number of applicants, and the scope of the proposed project. Check the current Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for exact figures.
How do I apply for this federal grant?
Most federal grants require registration in SAM.gov and submission through Grants.gov. Start by reading the program's Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for specific instructions, deadlines, and required documents. See our step-by-step guide for the full application process.
What is the application deadline for Senior Community Service Employment Program?
The listed deadline is Annual. Deadlines vary by funding cycle, so always verify with the current NOFO on Grants.gov.
Where can I find more education grants?
PlainGrants lists education grant programs from across federal agencies. Browse all Education grants by category, or use our Eligibility Finder to filter programs by your organization type and funding needs.
Funding Opportunities
Closed Closes: Oct 30, 2025
PY2025 Planning Instruction and Allotments for Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) National Grantees
Closed Closes: Aug 4, 2025
PY2025 Planning Instruction and Allotments for Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) State and Territorial Grantees
Closed Closes: Jun 17, 2024
Program Year (PY) 2024 Planning Instructions and Allotments for Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) State, Territorial, and National Grantees
Closed Closes: Jun 10, 2024
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) Optional Demonstration Grants on Sector-Based Training for Low-Income Older Adult Workers
Closed Closes: May 6, 2024
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) National Grants Competition for Program Year (PY) 2024
Closed Closes: Mar 26, 2024
Information Technology (IT) Implementation and Support Funding for Senior Community Service Employment (SCSEP) State and Territorial Grantees for Program Year (PY) 2023
Closed Closes: Jun 16, 2023
Program Year (PY) 2023 Planning Instructions and Allotments for Senior Community Service Employment Program SCSEP) State, Territorial, and National Grantees.
Closed Closes: May 1, 2023
Program Year (PY) 2022 Information Technology (IT) Implementation and Support Funding for Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) State, Territorial, and National Grantees
Closed Closes: Jun 21, 2022
Program Year (PY) 2022 Planning Instructions and Allotments for Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) State, Territorial and National Grantees
Closed Closes: May 24, 2021
Program Year (PY) 2021 Planning Instructions and Allotments for Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) State, Territorial, and National Grantees
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