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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US $50,000 - US $1,500,000
UNITED WAY OF GREATER ST LOUIS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Safety Net Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Way Of Greater St Louis Inc Amount: US $50,000 - US $1,500,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Agencies that do not…

SAINT GOBAIN CORPORATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Saint-Gobain Corporation Foundation- Direct Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Saint-Gobain Corporation Foundation Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Saint-Gobain Corporation Foundation Direct…

Salem Five Charitable Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Salem Five Community Donations Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Salem Five Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Salem Five Community…

FOUNDATION FOR THE CAROLINAS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Salisbury-Rowan Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for the Carolinas Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: August 17, 2025 Summary The Salisbury-Rowan Community Foundation…

The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

San Diego Kiwanis Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The San Diego Kiwanis Foundation…

DULUTH-SUPERIOR AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sandbulte Family Higher Education Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $6,000 Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Sandbulte…

ISLAND HEALTH & WELLNESS FOUNDATION · April 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Sandy Eaton Memorial Health Career Scholarship Award Amount: $500 Eligibility: - Deer Isle-Stonington High School seniors - Pursuing a degree or certification in a health-related field Program…

GLENCOE REGIONAL HEALTH SERVICES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Sanken-Hatz Scholarship Funder: GRH Foundation Geographic Scope: Glencoe, Minnesota area Program Focus: Educational support for students pursuing careers in healthcare Eligibility - Area students…

SANTANDER CONSUMER USA INC FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Santander Bank Charitable Giving Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Santander Consumer Usa Inc Foundation Amount: More than US $10,000 Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The Santander Bank…

Santander Bank Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Santander Charitable Sponsorship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Santander Bank Foundation Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary The Santander Charitable Sponsorship Program focuses on…

GREEN CORPS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Sarah Forslund Memorial Scholarship Official Name: The Sarah Forslund Fund for Environmental Leadership Purpose: Betters the world by advancing the values of environmental leadership, supporting…

75% of eligible export-related costs (varies by applicant)
Utah World Trade Center · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

SBA State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Grant Funder: U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), administered by World Trade Center Utah (WTC Utah) in partnership with the Governor's Office of…

US $140,000 - US $400,000
UNITED WAY ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

SC AmeriCorps Formula Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Way Association Of South Carolina Amount: US $140,000 - US $400,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The SC AmeriCorps Formula Grant,…

Massachusetts Technology Education Engineering Collaborative · Rolling / Open Foundation

SCALE Capital: Massachusetts Lab-to-Fab Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Massachusetts Technology Education Engineering Collaborative Amount: US $10,000,000 Last Updated: May 03, 2025 Summary The…

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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