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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Blakeford Scholarship Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Blakeford Scholarship Fund, established by the Residents of Blakeford, aims to honor the dedication of team members at Blakeford, Inc. It provides financial assistance for training and education to both part-time and full-time…	Not published	Varies
W.C. (Wayne) Haas Technical Scholarship The Community Foundation of Dickinson County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The 2026 Scholarship Award Cycle application period opens on 12/15/2025._ The Community Foundation of Dickinson County, Inc. was established in 1999 by a group of civic-minded individuals who cherished their community and wanted to…	Not published	Varies
VIC Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBS) Scholarship Visitor Industry Human Resource Development Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami has partnered with the VIC to provide scholarships to students.	Not published	Varies
Manufacturing 4.0 Workforce Innovation Program Cedar Rapids Metro · Foundation Not published · Varies Addresses workforce issues by assisting manufacturers that were negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and demonstrate the ability to utilize Manufacturing 4.0 technologies. Focus Areas - Program Prioritizes Companies That:	Not published	Varies
Scaling and Assessing Developmental Education Reform - PCC Grant Illinois Community College Board · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Scaling and Assessing Developmental Education Reform - PCC grant, offered by the Illinois Community College Board, aims to enhance equitable, evidence-based developmental education across Illinois.	Not published	Up to $75K
Michael J. Campbell Memorial Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Michael J. Campbell Memorial Scholarship supports high school seniors in vocational programs and college freshmen pursuing degrees in construction-related fields.	Not published	Varies
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Skills, Training, Employment, Program To Success (STEPS) Grant New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The SNAP STEPS program, initiated by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development, aims to empower SNAP recipients by providing essential training, career services, and employment opportunities.	Not published	Up to $500K
San Diego Unified School District Career Technical Education Grant Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons · Foundation Not published · $390K The Masons of California announced a $390,000, three-year grant to San Diego Unified School District to expand career technical education (CTE) programming to more high schools within the district and serve an additional 3,000 students…	Not published	$390K
Idaho Workforce Development Council: Outreach Project Grant Idaho Workforce Development Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Idaho Workforce Development Council's Outreach Project Grant provides funding for initiatives that enhance public information and outreach regarding career education and workforce training opportunities.	Not published	Up to $25K
Graduate Internship Program Clemson University Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The CURF Graduate Internship Program provides internship opportunities for graduate students at Clemson University. The program is designed to provide practical experience in research commercialization, technology transfer, and innovation.	Not published	Varies
Pre-Apprentice Adirondack Chair Challenge Competition The Builders Association of Eastern Ohio & Western Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual competition where high school students in pre-apprenticeship programs design and build Adirondack chairs to showcase their craftsmanship and skills.	Not published	Varies
Global Disability Development Fund (GDDF) and Africa Fund (AF) RI Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Jay and Diane Zidell Scholarship Grant Community Foundation for SW Washington · Foundation Not published · $2K Community Foundation for Southwest Washington The Community Foundation for Southwest Washington is a public charitable organization dedicated to strengthening communities across Southwest Washington by connecting people, resources, and…	Not published	$2K
CFSC: Community Impact Grants The Community Foundation of Sarasota CO Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Community Impact Grants by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County aim to empower nonprofits working towards economic stability for families and children.	Not published	Up to $25K
MVCF Scholarship Fund Grant Marthas Vineyard Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The MVCF Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance for adult learners and community members on Martha's Vineyard pursuing professional development or facing unexpected financial challenges.	Not published	Varies
Agricultural Reinvestment Fund Rural Advancement Foundation Internation · Foundation Not published · Varies A competitive grant program providing cost-share grants to farmer-led projects in North Carolina. Originally called the Tobacco Communities Reinvestment Fund when initiated in 1997.	Not published	Varies
Native Tree Nursery RFP Grant Lake Champlain Basin Program · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Patrick Leahy Lake Champlain Basin Program (“LCBP”), in coordination with the New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission (“NEIWPCC”), is pleased to announce a Request for Proposals (RFP) for projects that will directly…	Not published	Up to $500K
Roughrider Electric/3C Construction $500 Lineworker Scholarship Roughrider Electric Cooperative Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 Awards based on academic excellence, including:	Not published	$500
Eastern Oregon Border Board Scott Fairley Memorial Edge Grant The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Eastern Oregon Border Board Scott Fairley Memorial Edge Grant aims to foster economic and workforce development in the region.	Not published	Up to $25K
Hurricane Relief Workers Fund Coworker Solidarity Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Beyond stipends, recipients may receive:	Not published	Varies
Paramedic/Fire Academy Scholarship Program San Diego Regional Fire & Emergency · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Fire Foundation addresses a critical shortage of paramedics in San Diego County, as identified by Fire Chiefs.	Not published	Up to $200K
Extension Risk Management Education (ERME) Competitive Grants: Underutilization of Crop Insurance Projects University of Delaware · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Extension Risk Management Education (ERME) Competitive Grants focus on underutilization of crop insurance projects to enhance agricultural producers' economic viability.	Not published	Up to $100K
Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program Empire State Development · Foundation Not published · $100K – $10M The Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program by Empire State Development aims to support innovative workforce development initiatives in New York State.	Not published	$100K – $10M
Summit Aviation Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Summit Aviation Scholarship at Montana State University provides financial support for students pursuing an Associate of Applied Science in Aviation.	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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