Applying for this for someone you care for? Eleplan keeps the paperwork, dates and documents in one plan.
Start free with EleplanBenefit program
National Guard ChalleNGe Program
Federal · DEPT OF THE ARMY · #12.404
This is a non discretionary program. The Secretary of Defense, acting through the Chief of the National Guard Bureau, has authorized the conduct of this Program, and the use of the National Guard to provide military-based training, including supervised work experience in service to the community and conservation projects, for civilian youth who are credit deficient and/or cease to attend secondary school before graduating so as to improve the life skills and employment potential of such youth.
Also known as
About this program
This is a non discretionary program. The Secretary of Defense, acting through the Chief of the National Guard Bureau, has authorized the conduct of this Program, and the use of the National Guard to provide military-based training, including supervised work experience in service to the community and conservation projects, for civilian youth who are credit deficient and/or cease to attend secondary school before graduating so as to improve the life skills and employment potential of such youth.
Who can apply
Categories
Source: SAM.gov Assistance Listings ↗ · 2026
Informational only — official eligibility is determined by the administering agency.
Look up another benefit