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.

2,734 grants
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Hawai'i Commission for National and Community Service · Rolling / Open Foundation

AmeriCorps State Planning Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Commission for National and Community Service Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary Overview AmeriCorps State…

ALBION COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

AmeriCorps VISTA Grant - City/College Partnership Program Name: AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) Funder: Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) Geographic Scope:…

Volunteer Mississippi · Rolling / Open Foundation

AmeriCorps VISTA Request for Concept Paper Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Volunteer Mississippi Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary Overview AmeriCorps Vista AmeriCorps is the federal agency that…

Higher Education Grants · April 24, 2026 State

Grants to eligible organizations seeking to operate an AmeriCorps program. Funding provided through annual AmeriCorps State Formula Funding allocation to Oregon Service Commission. Award amounts vary…

Amplify Her Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Funder is not issuing an open grant cycle in 2025._ Amplify Her Foundation Amplify Her® Foundation’s mission is to support women and girls from underserved communities to become…

CALIFORNIA HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Amplifying Impact Initiaitve Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Health Care Foundation Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Amplifying Impact Initiative aims to strengthen the role of…

$500 monthly stipends over 10 months
AMPLIFY EQUITY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Amplifying Opportunity in Broome County Geographic Scope: Broome County, NY Target Audience: Underserved entrepreneurs Program Description: A pilot initiative similar to the Tompkins County program.…

AMVETS NATIONAL SERVICE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AMVETS + WD-40 Company Veteran Scholarship Program Overview: Scholarships offered for the Construction Skilled Trades Industries to enter or advance careers in the skilled trades. Award: Two (2)…

AMVETS (AMERICAN VETERANS) · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AMVETS + WD-40 Company Veteran Scholarship Program Overview: Scholarships offered for the Construction Skilled Trades Industries to enter or advance careers in the skilled trades. Award: Two…

Amway · Rolling / Open Foundation

Amway Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Amway Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary Amway Impact Grants support non-profit organizations in Kent County, Michigan, focusing on Health + Wellbeing…

SOUTHCOAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Amy Edwards Second Wind Initiative Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southcoast Community Foundation Last Updated: December 25, 2025 Summary Overview About Us As a tax-exempt, public charity,…

Up to $18,000 per year (90% of annual program cost)
ANCHORUM ST VINCENT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Anchorum Master of Science in Nursing Scholarship Funder: Anchorum Health Foundation Geographic Scope: New Mexico, with commitment to work in northern New Mexico or Tribal serving organizations Focus…

Up to $18,000 per year (90% of annual program cost)
ANCHORUM HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Anchorum Master of Science in Nursing Scholarship Status: Active - applications now open Geographic Scope: New Mexico, with commitment to serve northern New Mexico or Tribal serving…

Maine Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Andrew Mitchell Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The Andrew Mitchell Memorial Scholarship supports Maine residents…

ALBUQUERQUE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Andrew Piech Memorial Scholarship Providing assistance to students in the field of Automotive Technology and related Applied Technologies. To qualify, students must pursue a degree or…

US $1,000 - US $10,000
ANNA MAY FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Anna May Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Anna May Family Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary The Anna May Family Foundation, established in…

Veterans Employment and Training Service · September 30, 2026 Federal

Announcement of Stand Down Grants The U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) supports local Stand Down events that assist veterans experiencing homelessness…

Up to $700,000
WOMEN'S FOUNDATION OF MISSISSIPPI · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Annual Grant Cycle Funder: Women's Foundation of Mississippi Geographic Scope: Mississippi statewide Mission: Economic security for women and girls Focus Areas: - Access to Opportunity/Community…

Up to $4,000 plus textbook stipends up to $1,000
Alaska Power Association · July 26, 2026 · Annual Foundation

APA Hank Nikkels Scholarship for Engineers Overview: The Alaska Power Association offers an annual scholarship to support the next generation of electric utility workers in Alaska, specifically those…

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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