Workforce Development Grants

Last updated October 27, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,659 active workforce development grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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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ASSET Grant Program United Way of Greater St Louis Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The ASSET Grant Program, developed in partnership with United Way of Greater St. Louis, provides vital financial education and asset building opportunities for low-income families with children.	Not published	Up to $5K
ABC of Wisconsin Apprenticeship Scholarship Associated Builders & Contractors · Foundation Not published · Varies ABC of Wisconsin's Apprenticeship & Training Trust funds annual Apprenticeship Scholarships that help ABC apprentices with costs for tools, technical-school instruction, and related needs; recipients complete two short essays and provide…	Not published	Varies
Fund My Future (FMF) Isles Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Fund My Future is a New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development program administered through Isles, Inc. for the Central Region.	Not published	Up to $10K
Future of Work Accelerator Grant Hewlett Packard Enterprise Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K A program of HP Inc. and the HP Foundation In an increasingly digital world, people without access to technology and the skills to use it are often locked out of economic opportunity.	Not published	$100K
Northeast SARE: Partnership Grant Program Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education · Foundation Not published · $30K The Northeast SARE Partnership Grant Program supports innovative projects that enhance sustainable agriculture practices through collaboration between agricultural service providers and farmers.	Not published	$30K
Drive Your Business Program Pennsylvania CDFI Network · Foundation Not published · $1M Drive Your Business is a hands-on technical assistance and coaching program developed by the PA CDFI Network to help underserved small business owners develop, launch, or grow their businesses.	Not published	$1M
Home and Community-Based services Employee Scholarship Grant and Loan Forgiveness Program (MN) Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $12K – $125K The Home and Community-Based Services Employee Scholarship Grant and Loan Forgiveness Program, established by the Minnesota Department of Health, aims to strengthen the workforce in the HCBS sector.	Not published	$12K – $125K
Alejandra Tangcay Ramos Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Alejandra Tangcay Ramos Fund provides scholarship grants to residents of Hawaii who demonstrate financial need, academic merit, and good character while attending accredited post-high school institutions, with a preference for…	Not published	Varies
WSOS Graduate Scholarship (GRD) Grant Washington State Opportunity Foundation (WSOS) · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The WSOS Graduate Scholarship (GRD) is designed to support Washington students pursuing careers in high-demand nursing specialties, including Adult-Gerontology and Family Nurse Practitioner roles.	Not published	Up to $25K
The Masonry Foundation General Grant Program The Masonry Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $40K	Not published	$3K – $40K
Kansas Promise Act Scholarship Grant Kansas Board of Regents · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Kansas Promise Act Scholarship provides financial support for students enrolled in high-demand, high-wage programs at eligible two-year colleges in Kansas.	Not published	Up to $20K
Santander Charitable Sponsorship Program Grant Santander Bank Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Santander Charitable Sponsorship Program focuses on supporting low- to moderate-income communities primarily in the Northeast and Florida.	Not published	Varies
OSSE FY2026 Adult and Family Education (AFE) Consolidated Competitive Grant District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education · Foundation Not published · $2M – $2.7M The OSSE FY2026 Adult and Family Education (AFE) Consolidated Competitive Grant aims to support eligible providers in delivering effective adult education and literacy programs.	Not published	$2M – $2.7M
Adult Education and Literacy Basic Grants Illinois Community College Board · Foundation Not published · $50K – $450K The Adult Education and Literacy Basic Grants, provided by the Illinois Community College Board, aim to enhance literacy and education for eligible adults, including incarcerated individuals.	Not published	$50K – $450K
AIOF Workforce Development / Healthcare Excellence Scholarship Aurora Integrated Oncology Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies AIOF offers workforce-development scholarships (incl. the Healthcare Excellence Scholarship) for students pursuing oncology-related careers in Alaska, implemented in partnership with the Alaska Communities Fund; recent recipients were…	Not published	Varies
Louisiana Trucking Research and Education Council (LaTREC) Funding for Programs LMTA Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding opportunity for projects that increase Louisiana's trucking industry development, education, and research.	Not published	Varies
New Jersey Youth Corps (NJYC) Grant New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Foundation Not published · Varies The New Jersey Youth Corps (NJYC) program aims to assist disconnected youth aged 16-25 in New Jersey who lack a high school diploma.	Not published	Varies
Community Investment Fund - Grant County (NM) Freeport McMoran Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $90K Community Investment Funds (CIFs) have been established in communities near our operations in Colorado, New Mexico and southeastern Arizona.	Not published	Up to $90K
The McKeesport Community Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The McKeesport Community Fund, established in 2017 by Trulieve under the Pittsburgh Foundation, aims to enhance community welfare by supporting local 501(c)(3) nonprofits.	Not published	$5K – $50K
COVID-19 Impact Recovery Fund Nantahala Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Launched in April 2020 by Nantahala Health Foundation to match charitable donations dollar for dollar (up to $100,000) and better position the region to prepare for a post-COVID future.	Not published	Up to $100K
Chevron Community Fund Community Foundation of Fayette County PA · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Chevron is one of the world's largest integrated energy companies with regional offices in Uniontown, PA and Moon Township, PA. The company is a leading producer of Marcellus shale in the Appalachian Basin.	Not published	Up to $10K
IUE-CWA Local 88502 Union Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies · Foundation Not published · Varies The IUE-CWA Local 88502 Union Scholarship, established by union members, supports students pursuing vocational studies. This scholarship is available to graduating seniors with a parent or grandparent who are union members or retirees.	Not published	Varies
Pittsburgh Foundation Basic Needs Grants: Employment The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $75K The Pittsburgh Foundation Basic Needs Grants: Employment aims to enhance job opportunities for low-income individuals facing barriers such as disabilities or housing insecurity.	Not published	$10K – $75K
Educational Scholarships McDonough District Hospital Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies McDonough District Hospital has established funds for students to help financially fulfill their academic goals in a healthcare field.	Not published	Varies

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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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