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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$500 (reduced cost; regular program cost $1,800)
PORTLAND BUSINESS ALLIANCE · October 23, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Small Business Management Program Scholarships Overview: A 10-month comprehensive business training and scholarship program offered through a partnership between the Portland Metro Chamber and…

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL SEATTLE-KI · Rolling / Open Foundation

Small Business Workforce Accelerator Grant (RFP #24-01) Funder: Washington State Department of Commerce • Community Reinvestment Project Status: Application period closed after 40 applications…

THE HARRY AND JEANETTE WEINBERG · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Small Grants Program Through the Small Grants Program (SGP), the Foundation supports nonprofits with a streamlined grant application and review process. Grants awarded under this program —…

THE HARRY AND JEANETTE WEINBERG · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Small Grants Program Through the Small Grants Program (SGP), the Foundation supports nonprofits with a streamlined grant application and review process. Grants awarded under this program —…

THE HARRY AND JEANETTE WEINBERG · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Small Grants Program Through the Small Grants Program (SGP), the Foundation supports nonprofits with a streamlined grant application and review process. Grants awarded under this program —…

THE HARRY AND JEANETTE WEINBERG · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Small Grants Program Through the Small Grants Program (SGP), the Foundation supports nonprofits with a streamlined grant application and review process. Grants awarded under this program —…

THE MICHELSON 20MM FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Smart Justice Spark Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michelson 20MM Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The Michelson Smart Justice Initiative offers Smart Justice…

$6,500 - $1,000,000
METROHARTFORD ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

SMILE Workforce Grants Funder: Delta Dental of New Jersey Foundation Award Amount: $6,500 - $1,000,000 per grant Total Available (2026): $2.27 million awarded; $3.5+ million planned over next three…

NEXTGEN CLIMATE AMERICA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

SMUD Shine Program Award Funder: Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) Award Amount: $63,000 Geographic Scope: Sacramento County, California (SMUD service area) Status: Active/Awarded…

Sacramento Municipal Utility District · Rolling / Open Foundation

SMUD's Shine Award Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sacramento Municipal Utility District Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: August 15, 2025 Summary The SMUD's Shine Award Program aims to…

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD WORK4WV · Rolling / Open Foundation

SNAP E&T Program Program Name: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment & Training (SNAP E&T) Funder: Region 1 Workforce Development Board (WORK4WV) Geographic Scope: Region 1 in West…

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

SNAP Employment and Training (NE) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The SNAP Employment and Training (NE) program,…

15% reimbursement on all allowable activities and administrative expenses
Arizona Community Action Association · April 24, 2026 · Annual Foundation

SNAP Outreach Partnership Funder: Arizona Department of Economic Security (ADES) in partnership with Wildfire AZ Focus Area: Fight hunger and increase access to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance…

2/3 of tuition and fees per semester
WEST GEORGIA TECHNICAL COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Snider Family Scholarship Status: Active, awarded each semester Geographic Scope: West Georgia Technical College campuses (Carroll, Coweta, Douglas, Haralson, and Troup counties; class sites in Heard…

Subaru of America Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

SOA Partnership Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Subaru of America Foundation, Inc. Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Subaru of America Foundation, established in 1984, aims to enhance…

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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