Workforce Development Grants in Minnesota
Last updated October 3, 2026
There are 8 active workforce development grants tagged to Minnesota, part of 2,667 active workforce development grants listed nationwide. Updated daily.
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Rural Residency Training Grant Program Dept of Health Grants · State Oct 30, 2026 · Varies Support for rural residency training programs in Minnesota. | |
| Rural Clinical Rotations Grant Program Dept of Health Grants · State Oct 30, 2026 · Varies Funding for clinical training programs in rural Minnesota. Eligible programs include physician, physician assistant, advanced practice registered nurse, pharmacy, dentistry, dental therapy, and mental health professional programs. | |
| Department of Labor and Industry - Grants Labor and Industry Department · State Not published · Varies Grants provide the seed money to train people for new careers or to advance labor-enhancing programs. | |
| Department of Human Services - Grants and RFPs Human Services Department · State Not published · Varies Learn about grants, requests for proposals (RFP) and requests for information (RFIs) issued by the Department of Human Services (DHS). Responders may need to meet certain criteria or use DHS templates in preparing a proposal. | |
| Department of Employment and Economic Development - Competitive Contract Opportunities Employment and Economic Development Department · State Not published · Varies DEED solicitation announcements of competitive grant and professional/technical (PT) services contract opportunities are posted here. Postings include all outgoing grants and all open-ended PT services. | |
| Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities - Grants Developmental Disabilities - Governor's Council · State Not published · Varies The Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities offers grant programs that support employment, cultural outreach, training, self-advocacy and leadership development for Minnesotans with developmental disabilities and their families. | |
| Essentia Health Community Grant Bridges Medical Center · Foundation Rolling · $2M Essentia Health funds nonprofit organizations improving health across Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin, prioritizing four social-determinants-of-health areas: economic stability (housing/workforce/childcare/food), access to education… | |
| Iron Range Resources - Grants Iron Range Resources · State Not published · Varies Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation provides financial assistance to communities that invest in their foundational, business and social assets to ensure quality of life in northeastern Minnesota. |
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About workforce development grants in Minnesota
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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