Farmworkers Advancement Program

The Employment Development Department (EDD), in coordination with the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announces the availability of up to $5 million in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Governor’s Discretionary funds for the Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP) PY 25-26 SFP. The FAP PY 25-26 funds will be awarded to projects that focus on farmworker needs at a regional level by offering essential skills and upskilling training to either advance in the agricultural industry and/or prepare for opportunities outside of the agricultural sector. FAP programs should position farmworkers to obtain access to good-quality jobs, including jobs that pay family-sustaining wages, offer benefits, have predictable hours, opportunities for career advancement, and promote worker voice. Projects will also provide wrap-around support and resources to build skills to prevent job loss and lay the foundation for upward mobility. An Informational Webinar is scheduled for February 11, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. PT. Pre-registration is required for all participants. Proposal applications must be received no later than 3 p.m. PT on March 2, 2026 . For more information, refer to the SFP. FAP Announcement FAP SFP with Forms (DOCX)