The Employment Training Panel is excited to announce the Paid Family Leave Small Business 4 Grant.
Donor Name: Employment Training Panel
State: California
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 02/13/2026
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: 2 Years
Details:
The Employment Training Panel (ETP) and Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA), announce the availability of up to $920,000 in California State General Fund dollars, for Multiple Employer organizations to outreach to California’s small businesses impacted by the Paid Family Leave (PFL) program, to help offset the costs incurred when training employees to cover the duties of the individual utilizing PFL.
PFL is part of the California State Disability Insurance program providing benefits to eligible California workers who need time off work to care for a seriously ill or injured family member, to bond with a new child, or to participate in a qualifying military event. Although PFL does not provide job protection, there are various federal and state laws that provide protected leave for up to 12 weeks.
Funding Information
- Total MEC award amount: usually between $250,000 and $500,000, based on demonstrated demand and available funding.
- Average amount per individual utilizing the PFL program: $1,000 or $2,000 per individual.
Grant Period
The performance period for projects awarded under this SFP will be up to 24 months with a contract term extension option.
Eligibility Criteria
- Grant Awardees: The PFL SB Grant will be open to Multiple Employer Contractors (MECs) who can demonstrate a strong pre-existing relationship with California small businesses. For example, Chambers of Commerce, Community Colleges, and Professional/Trade Organizations. Standard ETP MEC eligibility criteria will apply.
- Participating Employers: California small businesses with less than or equal to 100 employees who have at least one employee utilizing the PFL program. Businesses must be registered to do business in the State of California and in active status with the California Secretary of State’s Office. Businesses must also have an active California Employer Account Number (CEAN) under which their employees are listed for payroll.
For more information, visit ETP.
