ADECA Funding Opportunities · July 8, 2026 State
Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative provides federal grant funding for projects helping Appalachian coal communities expand local and regional…
Workforce Development Grants
Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 2,698 active workforce development grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
2,698 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
What workforce development grants are open right now?
Up to US $4,000,000
West Virginia Department of Economic Development · Rolling / Open Foundation
Appalachian Regional Commission Federal Grant Program (ARC) (WV) Status: ACTIVE Funder: West Virginia Department of Economic Development Amount: Up to US $4,000,000 Last Updated: March 03, 2026…
Varies
POTSDAM COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation
Applied Learning Grants Funder: SUNY Potsdam College Foundation Inc (Lougheed Center for Applied Learning) Overview: A suite of flexible funding opportunities to support student-initiated or…
Varies
Wyoming Department of Workforce Services · Rolling / Open State
Apprenticeship Grants The purpose of the Apprenticeship Grant funding is to develop an industry-specific, Wyoming workforce for businesses, or industries and to assist Wyoming Registered…
Varies
GREATER FARGO MOORHEAD ECONOMIC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Apprenticeship Minnesota Overview: A Minnesota state apprenticeship program using an earn-as-you-learn model to develop skilled workforce. Purpose: To connect workers with apprenticeship…
Unknown
THE AHLA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Apprenticeship Program Overview: Department of Labor certified apprenticeship program providing certification and career pathway development for hotel industry workers. Geographic Scope: United…
Engage Arkansas · Rolling / Open Foundation
AR AmeriCorps Concept Paper Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Engage Arkansas Last Updated: May 23, 2025 Summary The AR AmeriCorps Concept Paper Funding supports organizations in Arkansas to…
$1,396,500
APPALACHIAN OHIO MANUFACTURERS COALITION · October 31, 2026 · One-time Foundation
ARC POWER Grant - GROW Appalachia Project Funder: Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Initiative: Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative Award…
$5.2 million over four years; $5 million in matching funds from partners
RURAL HEALTH REDESIGN CENTER ORGANIZATION INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
ARC-TAC | ARISE (Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies) Funder: Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) through the Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE) Award…
Appalachian Regional Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation
Area Development Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Appalachian Regional Commission Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Area Development Grant Program, managed by the Appalachian Regional…
ARISE CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation
Arise Charitable Trust - Organizational Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arise Charitable Trust Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Arise Charitable Trust, established in 1986, provides grants…
Up to US $10,000,000
Appalachian Regional Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation
ARISE Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Appalachian Regional Commission Amount: Up to US $10,000,000 Last Updated: August 13, 2025 Summary The ARISE Grants, offered by the Appalachian Regional…
US $50,000 - US $1,000,000
Vitalyst Health Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Arizona Justice Reinvestment Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Vitalyst Health Foundation Amount: US $50,000 - US $1,000,000 Last Updated: May 08, 2025 Summary The Arizona Justice Reinvestment…
Arkansas Space Grant Consortium · Rolling / Open Foundation
Arkansas Space Grant Workforce Development Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Space Grant Consortium Amount: US $8,200 Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary Overview Workforce Development The…
$100,000 - $7,500,000
ROCKEFELLER PHILANTHROPY ADVISORS INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Art for Justice Fund Overview: An innovative fund launched in 2017 that uses proceeds from artwork sales to address mass incarceration and criminal justice reform in the United States. Background:…
HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Arthur Jackman Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The Arthur Jackman Scholarship, established by the granddaughter of a…
Up to US $25,000
New Jersey Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation
Artificial Intelligence Technology in Career and Technical Education Pathways Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Department of Education Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: December 06, 2025…
$2,000 - $10,000
Arkansas Pharmacists Association · November 13, 2026 · Annual Foundation
ASBP Rural Scholarship/Loan Program Overview: The Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy (ASBP) Student Scholarship/Loan Program at Harding University College of Pharmacy (HUCOP) supports graduates who…
Varies
IGNITE CAPITAL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Ascend Fund Status: Active (expanding Ignite Fund's success) Geographic Scope: Baltimore and surrounding region (Baltimore Metro, Montgomery County mentioned) Purpose: Transform Baltimore's…
BIG STEP INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Ascendium Education Group Grant Funder: Ascendium Education Group Award Amount: $10 million Program Operator: WRTP | BIG STEP Geographic Scope: Wisconsin Overview A major philanthropic grant to…
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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