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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Lewiston-Auburn Program Grant Elmina B Sewall Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $30K The Lewiston-Auburn Program Grant, supported by the Elmina B. Sewall Foundation and other funders, aims to enhance community collaboration in Lewiston and Auburn.	Not published	$10K – $30K
AIST Foundation Trade School Scholarships Association for Iron and Steel Technology · Foundation Not published · $3K The AIST Foundation Trade School Scholarships support students pursuing two-year degrees or certificates at accredited U.S. institutions; up to 10 students receive a $2,600 scholarship paired with a required internship, apprenticeship, or…	Not published	$3K
Growing Careers in Agriculture Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services Inc · Foundation Not published · $254K	Not published	$254K
Simpson Foundation Employee Scholarship Fund Simpson Foundation · Foundation Not published · $71K – $93K The Simpson Foundation's Employee Scholarship Fund provides educational scholarships to employees of Simpson Senior Living communities to support their continued education and professional development.	Not published	$71K – $93K
Con Edison Green Initiative Grant Workforce Professionals Training Institute · Foundation Not published · $25K – $150K	Not published	$25K – $150K
Equity and Justice Fund - Asylum Seeker Support Grant The Bronx Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K 2024 Grant Recipients (10 organizations funded):	Not published	$25K
BSN Scholars Program University Health System Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Latinos in Technology Scholarship Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies The Latinos in Technology Scholarship is designed to address the underrepresentation of Latinos in the tech workforce. Although Latinos represent 28% of the total population in Silicon Valley, only 3% are in the tech workforce.	Not published	Varies
AmeriCorps 2026-27 Service Year Competitive Grants Massachusetts Service Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The AmeriCorps 2026-27 Service Year Competitive Grants, offered by the Massachusetts Service Alliance, aim to enhance volunteerism across the state.	Not published	Up to $25K
Professional & Technical Training Scholarships- Sausalito Rotary Scholarship Grant 10000 Degrees · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Professional & Technical Training Scholarships, offered by 10,000 Degrees, aim to support Marin County students facing financial challenges.	Not published	Up to $2K
Jim Blount Memorial Scholarship Grant Marshall County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jim Blount Memorial Scholarship, administered by the Marshall County Community Foundation, aims to support graduates from Bremen, John Glenn, LaVille, and Plymouth High Schools in Indiana.	Not published	Varies
Chelsea Coutant Memorial Scholarship Hudson Headwaters Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $16K	Not published	$16K
NSF Regional Innovation Engine - Great Lakes ReNEW Workforce Development Partnership Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership · Foundation Not published · Up to $160M One of 10 inaugural NSF Regional Innovation Engines representing unprecedented national investment in place-based research and economic development.	Not published	Up to $160M
Michigan Rural Development Fund Grants Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Michigan Rural Development Fund Grants, offered by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, aim to enhance the sustainability of land-based industries and improve infrastructure in rural communities.	Not published	Up to $100K
Amelia Behrens-Furniss Memorial Hardhat or Commercial Dive Training Grant Women Divers Hall of Fame · Foundation Not published · $1K The Amelia Behrens-Furniss Memorial Hardhat or Commercial Dive Training Grant, offered by the Women Divers Hall of Fame, supports certified women divers seeking advanced training in hardhat or commercial diving.	Not published	$1K
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…	Rolling	$2M
Community Fund Grants (Miami County Community Foundation) Northern Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K	Not published	$1K – $10K
Camp Fire National Friendship Fund Camp Fire · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Fills in funding gaps throughout the national Camp Fire network, extends existing scholarship programs, and supports projects that remove barriers to accessibility and participation in camp and outdoor programs.	Not published	Up to $5K
Manufacturing Training Academies Grant Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Foundation Not published · $3M – $6M Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity The mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to create equitable economic opportunities across the State of Illinois.	Not published	$3M – $6M
Office of Population Health Improvement, Workforce Development Maryland Department of Health · State Not published · Varies Implements activities to improve accessibility and quality of health care by increasing the number of health care providers working across the state, especially in rural areas and areas considered to have health care professional shortages.	Not published	Varies
Matthew VanFleet Memorial Automotive Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors. Applications are accepted from mid-November until mid-March.	Not published	Varies
Wingstop Charities Grant Program Wingstop Charities · Foundation Not published · $95K – $134K Wingstop Charities awards grants to 501(c)(3) organizations focused on engaging youth in the pursuit of their passions through education, arts, sports, and career development.	Not published	$95K – $134K
Diversity in Tourism Fund Tourism Cares Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The tourism industry's greatest asset is the cultural diversity of the destinations and communities it visits. However, the tourism industry workforce is not illustrative of this very principle.	Rolling	Varies
Effective Giving & Careers Program Grant Coefficient Giving · Foundation Not published · Varies For effective career organizations, defined as initiatives devoted to providing mentorship, advice, and opportunities to help people pursue highly impactful careers.	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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