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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The Phoenix Fund The New World Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Phoenix Fund is a philanthropic collaborative of the New World Foundation dedicated to building worker and community power from the ground up.	Not published	Varies
Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation General Grants Program Delta Dental Plan of Colorado Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Increase access to oral health services by expanding Colorado's oral health workforce through: Deliver evidence-based preventive services, promote oral health education, and strengthen connections to a dental home for: Anticipate and…	Not published	Varies
Qualified Treatment Trainee Grants Program Wisconsin Department of Health Services · Foundation Not published · $20K The Qualified Treatment Trainee Grants Program, in collaboration with UW-Milwaukee, aims to enhance the behavioral health workforce by supporting agencies hiring post-graduate trainees in social work, marriage and family therapy, and…	Not published	$20K
Growth Opportunities (GO MKE) Employ Milwaukee Inc · Foundation Not published · $2M Growth Opportunities (GO MKE) provides services to youth and young adults aged 15-18 who are at high risk of involvement in violence.	Not published	$2M
Asheville Merchants Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Asheville Merchants Fund (AMF) seeks to improve the quality of life in Buncombe County by supporting innovative projects that strengthen the community through economic efforts in one or more of its Funding Priorities.	Not published	Up to $50K
Minnesota Microgrant Partnership The Arc Minnesota Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $1K Grants support individuals to achieve goals around:	Rolling	Up to $1K
Alfred M. Aseel Legacy Scholarship Grant Adirondack Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Alfred M. Aseel Legacy Scholarship honors the memory of Alfred Aseel’s parents and supports non-traditional students from Tupper Lake and surrounding areas in their pursuit of higher education.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Delaware North Culinary Arts Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Delaware North Culinary Arts Scholarship, offered by Montana State University, supports students pursuing an Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts at Gallatin College.	Not published	Varies
Seed-And-Scale Grant Program The Alliance for Health Equity · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Alliance for Health Equity's Seed-And-Scale Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations addressing social determinants of health in the Greater Coatesville region through a dollar-for-dollar matching model.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Maryland AmeriCorps State Grants Maryland Governor’s Office on Service and Volunteerism · Foundation Not published · Varies The Maryland AmeriCorps State Grants program, administered by the Maryland Governor’s Office on Service and Volunteerism, provides funding to support organizations that place AmeriCorps members in service across Maryland.	Not published	Varies
The Affirm Cares Employee Foundation Grant Affirm Cares · Foundation Not published · US $1,000 - US $10,000 The Affirm Cares Employee Foundation Grant, established by Affirm, aims to support non-profit organizations making a significant impact in financial literacy, community enrichment, and technology education.	Not published	US $1,000 - US $10,000
Secondary Level Program Scholarship/NIMS and Sponsorship Grant Gene Haas Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gene Haas Foundation offers the Secondary Level Program Scholarship to promote education in CNC machining. This initiative aims to enhance manufacturing education and support local organizations improving community quality of life.	Not published	Varies
Child Care WAGE$® Program Early Years Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Child Care WAGE$® Program is a salary supplement initiative offered throughout North Carolina as a collaboration between local Smart Start partnerships, the North Carolina Partnership for Children, and the Division of Child Development…	Not published	Varies
Cooperative Competes Cooperative Energy · Foundation Not published · $25K The Cooperative Competes initiative, unveiled in early 2019, is aimed at increasing product and community competitiveness.	Not published	$25K
Montana's Future at Work Grant Montana University System · Foundation Not published · $30K – $50K The Montana's Future at Work Grant aims to empower high school students by providing funding for career and technical education (CTE) opportunities.	Not published	$30K – $50K
Rapoport Family Foundation Grant The Rapoport Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE FROM FUNDER: The website is currently under repairs._ The Rapoport Family Foundation (RFF) funds non-profit organizations serving the community in areas of social services, homeless care, transitional housing, and job outreach.	Not published	Varies
FY25 MBSYEP Career Exploration NOFA Grant District of Columbia Department of Employment Services · Foundation Not published · $50K The FY25 MBSYEP Career Exploration NOFA invites qualified providers to submit applications for delivering structured workforce development training to District youth aged 14-15.	Not published	$50K

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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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