Workforce Development Grants

Last updated October 27, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,659 active workforce development grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 62 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,265 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 2,659; from 1,681 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $5,000–$200K
Total listed funding: $580.6M; across 1,265 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 109; 143 with a published date

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The Curtis Fund Commitment: A Comprehensive Scholarship for Early Childhood Educators The Curtis Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Scotiabank Corporate Giving Program: ScotiaRISE Grant Scotiabank · Foundation Not published · Varies The ScotiaRISE initiative by Scotiabank aims to foster economic resilience among disadvantaged groups over ten years, with a budget of $500 million.	Not published	Varies
Wendell S. Doody Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Maine Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wendell S. Doody Memorial Scholarship Fund, established by the Maine Community Foundation, supports graduating seniors from Washburn District High School or Presque Isle High School.	Not published	Varies
Youth and Adult Grant Programs Adolph Coors Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $175K The Adolph Coors Foundation's Youth and Adult Grant Programs support initiatives that promote self-reliance and integrity among Coloradans.	Not published	$5K – $175K
20% Facilities Funds / 20% Vocational SEEK Awards Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Funding for vocational facilities and Career and Technical Education infrastructure. Guidance documents available for implementation.	Not published	Varies
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.	Not published	Varies
Rural Health Transformation Program Funding - Rural Tribal Nations Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $150K – $808K Rural Hospital Notice of Grant Opportunity; Rural Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) Notice of Grant Opportunity; Rural Tribal Nations Notice of Grant Opportunity; and Rural Certified Community Behavioral Health Centers/Community…	Not published	$150K – $808K
Evergy Community Impact Program Grant Evergy, Inc. · Foundation Not published · Varies Evergy Community Investment focuses on enhancing community vitality and environmental leadership. The program prioritizes funding requests that align with its mission to promote sustainability and economic growth in local areas.	Not published	Varies
Gertrude M. and Donald E. Armstrong Scholarship The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Support graduating high school seniors pursuing business administration or finance	Not published	$10K
AHRI Rees Scholarship Clifford H Ted Rees Jr Scholarship · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation is committed to advancing workforce development through HVACR education and training. Related scholarship resources are available through SkillsUSA and PHCC.	Not published	Varies
MCAN: Reconnect Now Grants: Pathway 2: Leveraging Employers and Professional Networks to Advance Michigan Reconnect Participation and College Enrollment Michigan College Access Network · Foundation Not published · Varies Increase college readiness, participation, and completion in Michigan, particularly among low income students, first-generation college-going students, and students of color.	Not published	Varies
ESC Perkins Statewide Initiative Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $100K The ESC Perkins Statewide Initiative Grant, administered by the Texas Education Agency, aims to enhance the capacity of Education Service Centers (ESCs) through approved training on federal grant compliance.	Not published	$100K
Employer Training Grant Indiana Department of Workforce Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Employer Training Grant (ETG) by the Indiana Department of Workforce Development aims to assist local employers in filling over a million job vacancies in the state over the next decade.	Not published	Up to $50K
Peconic Landing Community Fund RN Scholarship Peconic Landing at Southold Inc · Foundation Not published · $9K The scholarship is funded by the Peconic Landing Community Fund, a member-driven initiative that collects contributions from Peconic Landing members to fund projects and initiatives that enhance life at the community beyond the general…	Not published	$9K
CDL Scholarship Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce · Foundation Rolling · Varies Reimbursement scholarship for individuals pursuing a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at Sauk Valley Community College.	Rolling	Varies
Cincinnati State Technical College Scholarship Spirit of Construction Foundation of Greater Cincinnati Inc · Foundation Not published · $4K Spirit of Construction Foundation partners with Cincinnati State to build a stronger, smarter workforce for the construction industry. Since 2004, they have awarded 278 scholarships totaling $666,500.	Not published	$4K
Job Training Incentive Program Grant Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Job Training Incentive Program, operated by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), offers grants to businesses in Greater Minnesota for workforce training.	Not published	Up to $200K
Career Development Incentive Program (CDIP) Careers in Construction Colorado · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K	Not published	Up to $1K
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants Michael & Susan Dell Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Michael & Susan Dell Foundation collaborates with organizations dedicated to unlocking human opportunity. The foundation funds projects making an impact in education, health, and family economic stability.	Rolling	Varies
Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 AmeriCorps State and National Native Nations Grants Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 AmeriCorps State and National Native Nations Grants aim to enhance community engagement and service through AmeriCorps programs.	Not published	Varies
Ernst & Young Workforce Development Fund Robert R McCormick Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McCormick Foundation matches funds raised at 50 cents on the dollar. The Foundation pays all campaign and administrative expenses, so 100% of all donations, plus the match is granted to qualified nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Illinois Adult Education and Literacy Professional Development Network Grant Illinois Community College Board · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K Illinois Adult Education and Literacy Professional Development Network FY27 Illinois Adult Education and Literacy Professional Development Network(Competitive) ICCB will provide $300,000 in grant funding opportunities to be administered to…	Not published	Up to $300K
Communityworks Endowment Fund Community Foundation of the Quincy Area · Foundation Rolling · Varies To advance workforce development, childcare, and early childhood education.	Rolling	Varies
ICCF: Community Improvement Grants Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The ICCF Community Improvement Grants support projects addressing education, human services, workforce development, and environmental initiatives that benefit Iosco County residents.	Not published	Up to $10K

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do workforce development grants award?

Of the 2,659 workforce development grants Grantable lists as of October 27, 2026, 1,265 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $200K. 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), New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (16), Illinois Community College Board (15), and Montana State University (15). In all, 1,681 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are workforce development grants due?

Of 2,659 grants listed, 109 accept applications on a rolling basis, 143 have a published upcoming deadline, 702 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,705 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 47% 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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