Workforce Development Grants in District of Columbia
Last updated November 9, 2026
There are 7 active workforce development grants tagged to District of Columbia, part of 2,647 active workforce development grants listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| CSBS Education Foundation Graduate Banking and Graduate Trust School Scholarship Award Conference of State Bank Supervisors · Foundation ~December · Up to $3K Each year the CSBS Education Foundation (CSBSEF) runs a competition awarding scholarships to three state banking department personnel to attend the graduate school of banking or graduate trust school of their choice. 'The 2027 nomination… | |
| Wards 5, 7, and 8 Job Ready Training (JRT) Program DOES Grant Opportunities · State Not published · Varies RFA and NOFA for FY26 targeting job ready training and workforce development services specifically for residents of Wards 5, 7, and 8 in the District of Columbia. | |
| Graduate Student Epidemiology Program (GSEP) Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs · Foundation Not published · Varies The Graduate Student Epidemiology Program (GSEP) is a Maternal & Child Health leadership program and internship placing graduate students with state/territorial/tribal/local health departments; it is funded by HRSA (HHS), has run since… | |
| Career Ready Early Scholar's Program (CRESP) DOES Grant Opportunities · State Not published · Varies Grant program supporting early scholars workforce development. Part of DOES FY26 grant initiatives focused on career readiness and workforce preparation. | |
| Homeless Population Job Ready Training (JRT) Program DOES Grant Opportunities · State Not published · Varies NOFA and RFA for FY26 targeting job ready training and workforce development services for homeless populations in the District of Columbia. Includes both NOFA JRT and RFA - DOES FY26 DSI JRT funding tracks. | |
| Governing Board of Presidents (GPOB) Scholarship Building and Construction Trades Department AFL-CIO · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K North America's Building Trades Unions (NABTU) offers the Governing Board of Presidents (GPOB) Scholarship of up to $3,600 per tuition per beneficiary for first-year students enrolling in the NABTU-approved online B.A. in Construction… | |
| AMC Leaders Scholarship ASAE Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The AMC Leaders Scholarship supports the association management company (AMC) community and workforce development by providing funding, connections, and learning opportunities through ASAE in-person meetings, events, and mentoring/coaching. |
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About workforce development grants in District of Columbia
Workforce development grants fund job training, career services, apprenticeships, and employment programs. The Department of Labor's Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) is the backbone, distributing billions through state workforce agencies. Additional funding comes from the Department of Education, Commerce, and foundations focused on economic mobility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is WIOA and how does it fund workforce programs?
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act provides about $5 billion annually for job training and employment services. Funding flows through state workforce agencies to local Workforce Development Boards, which distribute grants to training providers, employers, and service organizations. WIOA funds adult education, dislocated worker programs, youth services, and vocational rehabilitation.
Can employers get grants for worker training?
Yes. State workforce agencies offer incumbent worker training grants funded through WIOA. The DOL's Apprenticeship programs provide employer incentives. Many states have specific employer training funds. The DOL's H-1B Skills Training Grants fund training in industries affected by H-1B hiring. Community college partnerships often include employer-facing grants.
Are there grants for digital skills training?
Yes. The DOL funds digital skills through multiple grant programs. The EDA's Good Jobs Challenge includes digital economy training. The NSF supports computing education programs. Foundations like Google.org, Microsoft Philanthropies, and the Markle Foundation heavily fund digital skills workforce development.
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