Agency: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
Applications Due: January 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET
Anticipated Award Date: June 30, 2026
Initial Contract Length: 36 months
Total Funding Available: $4,000,000
Bidder’s Conference: Webex, October 1, 2025, at 1:30 PM
Questions Deadline: January 14, 2026, close of business
Q&A Posted: January 16, 2026
The Green Jobs for Youth – Skills Training program funds projects that prepare and equip young people for employment in environmental conservation and sustainability sectors. It aims to expand access to workforce development opportunities for youth in environmental justice communities, focusing on skill-building, training, and long-term career development in the green economy.
Eligible applicants include not-for-profit and tribal organizations. Projects should emphasize community-based training, mentorship, and job placement in areas such as clean energy, sustainable agriculture, waste reduction, and conservation. Programs are expected to advance workforce readiness, environmental justice, and equitable participation in New York State’s transition toward climate resilience and sustainability.
