CFDA 17.265 Education Active
2026 data Public-data reference. official source

Reintegration for Ex-Offenders Adult

CFDA 17.265 — 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 17.265 — Reintegration for Ex-Offenders Adult — 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 $5.0 million. The program is currently active in the SAM.gov Assistance Listings database. Eligible applicants include Nonprofit Organization.

Funding opportunities. PlainGrants has indexed 16 Grants.gov opportunity announcements tied to CFDA 17.265. Of those, 2 are currently open for applications and 14 have closed. The next closing date is May 22, 2026. The largest award ceiling seen across these announcements is $18.0 million. Agencies have projected roughly $723.1 million 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 17.265, 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.

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CFDA Number

17.265

Unique assistance listing ID

Category

Education

Federal grant subject area

Open Opportunities

2

Currently open for applications

Typical award as share of ceiling 20.0%

$1.0 million to $5.0 million

Typical Award Range

$1.0 million to $5.0 million

Application Deadline

Annual

Category

Education

Program Description

Competitive grants for workforce development and mentoring services helping adults with criminal records find employment.

Who Is Eligible?

Nonprofit Organization

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Visit the official program website for current application requirements and deadlines.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CFDA 17.265 grant program?
CFDA 17.265 is the "Reintegration for Ex-Offenders Adult" program administered by U.S. Department of Labor. Competitive grants for workforce development and mentoring services helping adults with criminal records find employment.
Who is eligible for Reintegration for Ex-Offenders Adult?
Eligible applicants include: Nonprofit Organization. Always verify current eligibility requirements directly with the awarding agency, as requirements can change between funding cycles.
How much funding is available through CFDA 17.265?
The typical award range for this program is $1.0 million to $5.0 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 Reintegration for Ex-Offenders Adult?
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 2 Open

Open Closes: May 22, 2026

Program Year 2026 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Indian and Native American Programs – Employment and Training Grants - Youth

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Open Closes: May 22, 2026

Program Year 2026 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Indian and Native American Programs Employment and Training - Adult

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Closed Closes: Jun 27, 2025

Program Year 2025 Funding Allotments and Application Instructions for the WIOA Section 166 Indian and Native American Programs Grantees

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Closed Closes: Jun 27, 2025

Program Year 2025 Funding Allotments and Application Instructions for the WIOA Section 166 Indian and Native American Programs Grantees

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Closed Closes: Jul 12, 2024

Program Year (PY) 2024 Funding Allotments and Instructions for the INA Section 166 ADULT Programs

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Closed Closes: Jul 12, 2024

Program Year (PY) 2024 Funding Allotments and Instructions for the INA Section 166 YOUTH Programs

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Closed Closes: Apr 26, 2023

Program Year (PY) 2023 Funding Allotments and Instructions for the INA Section 166 Programs

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Closed Closes: May 6, 2022

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Indian and Native American Programs - Employment and Training Grants

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Closed Closes: Jun 28, 2021

Program Year (PY) 2021 Funding Allotments and Instructions for the Indian and Native American (INA) Programs

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Closed Closes: Jun 17, 2020

Program Year 2020 Funding Allotments and Instructions for the INA Section 166 Programs

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Disclaimer: This information is sourced from SAM.gov Assistance Listings (CFDA) and is for informational purposes only. Program requirements, deadlines, and availability change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the awarding agency before applying. PlainGrants is not affiliated with any federal agency.

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