Life Skills Training Grants in Maryland
Last updated July 12, 2026
There are 2 active life skills training grants tagged to Maryland, part of 32 active life skills training grants listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant | Deadline ▲ | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independent Living Services | Rolling | Varies | |
| Out-of-Home Placement--Transitioning Youth Services | Rolling | Varies |
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About life skills training grants in Maryland
Life skills training grants help nonprofits teach independent-living, financial-literacy, job-readiness, and social-emotional skills to youth, people in recovery, returning citizens, and adults transitioning to self-sufficiency. Federal support flows largely through the U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration (programs such as YouthBuild and Workforce Pathways for Youth) and HHS programs serving youth and families, alongside private funders that back skill-building and out-of-school-time programming.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What grants are available for life skills training programs?
Funding ranges from federal workforce and youth-development grants to state and local awards and private foundation grants. Department of Labor programs like YouthBuild and Workforce Pathways for Youth fund soft-skills, career-readiness, and job-training components, while HHS and many community foundations support life-skills curricula tied to youth services, recovery, reentry, and independent living. Programs are usually framed around a target population and measurable skill outcomes.
Who funds life skills training for nonprofits?
The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration is a primary federal source through its youth and workforce grant programs, and the Department of Health and Human Services funds life-skills work embedded in youth, family, and behavioral-health services. Corporate giving programs, United Ways, and community foundations also fund local life-skills and workforce-readiness initiatives.
How can a small nonprofit win a life skills grant?
Define the specific skills you teach, the population you serve, and how you measure gains such as employment, housing stability, or program completion. Federal opportunities are posted on Grants.gov, while local and foundation funders often prefer concise proposals with a clear logic model. Start with smaller community or corporate grants to build a track record before pursuing competitive federal awards.
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