FY26 Integrated English Language and Civics Education (IELCE)

FY26 Integrated English Language and Civics Education (IELCE)

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is intended to solicit a Renewal Proposal from eligible (returning) programs (CFR 463.23) that work to achieve the purpose of Section 243, Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education, of Title II of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014 which is designed to provide adult education and literacy services to:
• English Language Learners who are adults, including professionals with degrees and credentials in their native countries, that enables such adults to achieve competency in the English language and acquire the basic and more advanced skills needed to function effectively as parents, workers, and citizens in the United States.
• Prepare adults who are English Language Learners for, and place such adults in, unsubsidized employment in in-demand industries and occupations that lead to economic self-sufficiency.
• Integrate with the local workforce development system and its functions to carry out the activities of the program.
The Components of an IELCE program include:

• Literacy/English Language Acquisition Instruction
• Civics Education
• Workforce Preparation
• Access to Integrated Education and Training / Integrated Career & Academic Preparation System (ICAPS)

This Renewal Proposal will speak to how these four components overlap in ways that promote self-sufficiency and community integration for students.

Note: This opportunity will provide Federal IELCE funding for state Fiscal year 2026 and provides funding to carry out the expectations of IELCE – WIOA Section 243. Required deliverables, allowable activities, performance measures, and requirements for submitting a Renewal Proposal are described throughout this NOFO. All funding is based on Federal appropriations.

Details

• Awarding Agency: Illinois Community College Board
• Departments: Adult Education
• CSFA Number: 684-01-2879
• CSFA Popular Name: Adult Education - IELCE
• Assistance Listings Number: 84.002
• Announcement Type: Renewal
• Award Type: Non Competitive
• Total Funding Available: $2,610,000.00
• Funding Sources: Federal Or Federal Pass Through, State
• Capital Grant: No
• Indirect Costs Allowed: Yes
• Posted Date: 2025-04-01
• Award Period: 2025-07-01 – 2026-09-30

Funding Source Description

Federal Pass through and State Funds

Funding Restrictions

Indirect costs are capped per Federal regulation.

Indirect Cost Description

Federal regulation limits administrative costs at up to 5% of the total Federal award. Local administrative costs for AEFLA are defined in WIOA Sec 233. These include indirect cost and several direct costs for planning, administration (including performance and accountability), professional development, activities in alignment with local workforce plans, and supporting one-stop operations. These in aggregate cannot exceed 5%.

Restrictions on Indirect Costs

Yes

Citation Governing Indirect Cost Restriction

WIOA Sec 233

Reporting

Reporting schedule will be provided in the FY26 Adult Education Provider Manual.

Additional Information

https://www.iccb.org/grant-opportunities/

See ICCB's Grant opportunity web page for the Notice of Funding Opportunity and Application documents, which are also available on the Grants Management System.