Scaling and Assessing Developmental Education Reform - Women Employed Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Community College Board Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary The…
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.
ScanSource Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: ScanSource Charitable Foundation Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The ScanSource Charitable Foundation Grant focuses on supporting…
SCBA Grant Funding Funder: South Coast Business Alliance Inc (MA, US) Mission: Support youth development programs across the South Coast through scholarships, program funding, or career development.…
SCCF: Education Grants Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Steuben County Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $25,000 Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary The SCCF Education Grants Cycle supports…
Scelfo LaunchNW Opportunity Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Innovia Foundation Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary Overview Scelfo LaunchNW Opportunity Scholarship This program provides…
SCF: Nexteer Steering the Future Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Saginaw Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The Nexteer Steering the Future Fund,…
Scholarship Application Funder: Last Prisoner Project Geographic Scope: United States Status: Currently accepting applications Mission: Provides educational scholarships for cannabis industry…
Scholarship for Education and Economic Development (SEED) Overview: The SEED program provides scholarships to students working in Los Alamos County to help local employers recruit and retain…
Scholarship for SUCCESS Organization: World Services for the Blind (WSB) Website: wsblind.org Overview The SUCCESS Fund provides access to comprehensive blindness skills training for candidates who…
Scholarships for Careers Endowment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary The Scholarships for Careers Endowment,…
Overview Why be a Fellow? From environmental sustainability to homeland security, policy-makers make decisions that require input from and have impact on the chemical community. Policy-makers need…
Scientist Development Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Rheumatology Research Foundation Amount: Up to US $225,000 Last Updated: June 22, 2025 Summary The Scientist Development Award from the…
Scotiabank Corporate Giving Program: ScotiaRISE Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scotiabank Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The ScotiaRISE initiative by Scotiabank aims to foster economic…
SCTE Foundation General Fund Purpose: Essential fund for supporting the foundation's mission and delivering impactful programs throughout the broadband industry. Use of Funds: Provides flexible…
Sea Turtle Inclusivity Fund Overview: Provides scholarships and funding for young women and local community members from conservation areas to build their careers in the conservation field and…
Overview Social Impact We’re building brighter futures through technology. Every teen has dreams, and we’re working to make sure they have the opportunity to achieve them. Our programs connect young…
Secondary Level Program Scholarship/NIMS and Sponsorship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gene Haas Foundation Last Updated: November 02, 2025 Summary The Gene Haas Foundation offers the Secondary Level…
Section Grants Funder: AWS Foundation Incorporated (through AWS Sections) Overview: The American Welding Society Foundation is committed to supporting welding education on the local level through its…
Secular Distribution Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Stewart Huston Charitable Trust Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Secular Distribution Grant supports charitable activities aimed at…
Securian Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Securian Foundation Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The Securian Foundation focuses on enhancing community well-being through financial…
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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