Workforce Development Grants
Last updated October 6, 2026
Grantable tracks 2,672 active workforce development grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 58 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,280 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.
- Grants tracked
- 2,672
- from 1,690 funders
- Median award
- $25K
- middle half $5,000–$205K
- Total listed funding
- $589.8M
- across 1,280 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 109
- 142 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| Education to Careers Grant Workforce Development · State Oct 20, 2026 · Varies Provides reimbursement-based funding for proposals that expand public information and outreach around career education and workforce training opportunities across Idaho. | |
| Quantum FAST Challenge Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development · State Oct 20, 2026 · $5M – $50M The Quantum FAST Challenge is a competitive grant program that seeks to strengthen California's quantum ecosystem by funding projects in two priority areas: (1) Education and workforce development projects that build the talent pipeline… | |
| PEMF Scholarships (Paramedic and EMT Programs) Pittsburgh Emergency Medicine Foundation · Foundation ~October · $250 – $1K | |
| Open Grants Program The Golden Leaf Inc · Foundation Oct 22, 2026 · Up to $500K The Open Grants Program by the Golden LEAF Foundation offers funding to governmental entities and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in North Carolina. | |
| Small Business Management Program Scholarships Portland Business Alliance · Foundation ~October · $500 – $2K A 10-month comprehensive business training and scholarship program offered through a partnership between the Portland Metro Chamber and Portland Community College's Small Business Development Center (SBDC). | |
| Emergency Medical Services Technical Assistance (EMS TA) Solicitation for Proposals (SFP) for Program Year 2026 (PY 26-27) Employment Development Department · State Oct 27, 2026 · $150M The EMS TA grant is designed to strengthen the quality, consistency, and sustainability of existing EMS Corps programs across California. | |
| Parent Peer Professional Led Workforce Development DHS Grant Funding · State Oct 28, 2026 · Varies Funding to support workforce development initiatives led by parent peer professionals in mental health and family services. | |
| Hancock Whitney Opportunity Grant (Hancock Whitney Community Reinvestment Act Program) The Greater New Orleans Foundation · Foundation ~October · Up to $25K The Hancock Whitney Opportunity Grant, in collaboration with the Greater New Orleans Foundation, invites applications from eligible nonprofits starting October 7, 2025. | |
| Rural Residency Training Grant Program Dept of Health Grants · State Oct 30, 2026 · Varies Funds rural medical residency programs in primary care specialties including family medicine, general internal medicine, pediatrics, general surgery, geriatrics, psychiatry, and postdoctoral psychology. | |
| Rural Clinical Rotations Grant Program Dept of Health Grants · State Oct 30, 2026 · Varies Grant program supporting clinical training rotations in rural Minnesota settings. | |
| ABNY Foundation Grant Program Abny Foundation Inc · Foundation Oct 31, 2026 · $10K In addition to the $10,000 grant award, grantees receive: | |
| Helping Hands Grants (Christopher K. Jarvi) Anaheim Community Foundation · Foundation ~October · $500 – $3K The Christopher K. Jarvi Helping Hands Grants program focuses on strengthening youth, residents and community through supporting community-based organizations. | |
| ABNY Foundation General Grants 2026 Abny Foundation Inc · Foundation ~October · $10K The ABNY Foundation provides grants in two priority areas: In addition to the $10,000 grant award, grantees receive: Applications are reviewed twice per year. | |
| ARC POWER Grant - GROW Appalachia Project Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers Coalition · Foundation Oct 31, 2026 · $1.4M The "GROW Appalachia" Project aims to develop a Manufacturing Support Center (MSC) in Southeastern Ohio that aligns with ARC's goals to build Appalachian business strengths and diversify the region's economy through economic development… | |
| ABNY Foundation Grants Abny Foundation Inc · Foundation Oct 31, 2026 · $10K The ABNY Foundation Grants aim to enhance economic opportunity and livability for New Yorkers in 2025, focusing on workforce development, safe communities, and small business support. | |
| Youth Grant Program Vystar Foundation Inc · Foundation ~October · Up to $20K Grant decisions made by Foundation staff and Board of Directors based on: VyStar Foundation is the philanthropic arm of VyStar Credit Union, established in 2021 as a 501(c)(3) charity. | |
| CDBG | Youth Job Training Commerce Grants Calendar · State Oct 31, 2026 · $10M Support job training programs that prepare youth for careers and local workforce needs. Requires 10% local match. | |
| RESTORE Act Direct Component - Non-Construction Activities U.S. Dept. of Treasury RESTORE Act Program · Federal Oct 31, 2026 · Up to $120.2M Treasury is publishing multiple funding opportunity announcements (FOAs) for its RESTORE Act grant programs. | |
| David DePetrillo Memorial Scholarship RI Hospitality Association · Foundation ~November · $3K – $5K The David DePetrillo Memorial Scholarship was established in loving memory of David DePetrillo, former Chairman of the RI Hospitality Education Foundation. | |
| Ann B. Zekauskas Family Foundation Grants Ann B Zekauskas Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Nov 1, 2026 · Varies The Ann B. Zekauskas Family Foundation is a family-directed philanthropic organization established through the estate of Ann B. Zekauskas. It is accepting applications from qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofits for grants to be awarded in 2027. | |
| Dentist Loan Repayment For Service Program Delta Dental of South Dakota Foundation · Foundation ~November · $5K – $125K Provides financial assistance for student loan repayment to new dentists who agree to serve a selected percentage of Medicaid-insured patients in their practice in South Dakota. If participant fails to fulfill service commitment: | |
| AGC Education and Research Foundation Scholarships Northern Illinois Building Contractors Association Inc · Foundation ~November · $3K – $8K Competitive scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in construction-related fields. | |
| Dentist Loan Repayment For Service Program Delta Dental of South Dakota · Foundation ~November · $5K – $125K Include government, commercial and foundation loans for: Do not include: Home equity, business or personal loans from individuals Connie Halverson, Vice President of Public Benefit | |
| Cyber Service Academy Scholarship Griffiss Institute Inc · Foundation ~November · Varies Created to address critical shortage of cybersecurity professionals in the public sector. As of 2022, nearly 40,000 unfilled public-sector cybersecurity positions existed. |
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Workforce development grants by the numbers
How deadlines work
- Rolling or ongoing
- 109 4%
- Upcoming date published
- 142 5%
- Stated cycle, no date yet
- 704 26%
- No deadline published
- 1,717 64%
When dated deadlines fall
Share of the 142 grants with a published date, by quarter.
Funders with the most active workforce development grants
- Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) 21 active
- Minnesota Department of Health 19 active
- Illinois Community College Board 16 active
- New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development 16 active
- Montana State University 15 active
- Texas Education Agency 14 active
1,690 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
Source: Grantable's grants database, compiled from funder websites, Grants.gov and state grant portals. Figures cover all 2,672 active workforce development grants (with a deadline today or later, or none published) as of October 6, 2026, and refresh daily. Award amounts are each grant's listed maximum; 46 listed amounts over $10M are left out, since they're usually program-wide totals rather than single awards.
About workforce development grants
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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Workforce Development Grants by state
Browse workforce development grants available to organizations in 36 states.
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Top funders for workforce development
Foundations and grantmakers active in employment — explore each funder's giving history, typical grant sizes, and what they fund.
- Rural Capital Area Workforce Development Board Cedar Park, TX $44.4M given/yr
- United Association of Journeymen & Apprentices of the Plumbing & Pipe Annapolis, MD $38.9M given/yr
- Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation Detroit, MI $23.8M given/yr
- Workforce Development Council Seattle-Ki Seattle, WA $21.4M given/yr
- David and Katherine Moore Family Foundation Rye Brook, NY $18.4M given/yr
- Worksystems Inc Portland, OR $17.5M given/yr
- Aspyr Columbus, OH $13.4M given/yr
- Jobs for the Future Inc Boston, MA $12.4M given/yr
- Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon Portland, OR $12.4M given/yr
- The Corps Network Washington, DC $12.1M given/yr
- Chicago Cred Inc Chicago, IL $11.9M given/yr
- Youthbuild Global Inc Roxbury, MA $11.1M given/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much money do workforce development grants award?
Of the 2,672 workforce development grants Grantable lists as of October 6, 2026, 1,280 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $205K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.
Which funders offer the most workforce development grants?
By number of active listings, the leading funders are Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) (21), Minnesota Department of Health (19), Illinois Community College Board (16), New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (16), and Montana State University (15). In all, 1,690 funders have at least one active grant in this category.
When are workforce development grants due?
Of 2,672 grants listed, 109 accept applications on a rolling basis, 142 have a published upcoming deadline, 704 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,717 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 51% fall in October–December.
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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