SRPC Scholarship Program Funder: Spokane Regional Plan Center (SRPC) Geographic Scope: Spokane, WA area Focus Areas: Support for employees, children, legal wards, and spouses of SRPC members…
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.
SSBCI Technical Assistance Grant – Loan TA Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Amount: US $700,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary…
St. Ann's Community Employee Scholarship Program Funder: St. Ann's Foundation Inc (NY, US) Program Status: Active and ongoing Geographic Scope: Rochester, New York area Focus Areas: Education and…
St. Cloud Builders Exchange Legacy Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CommunityGiving Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: October 24, 2025 Summary The St. Cloud Builders Exchange Legacy…
St. John's United Foundation Tuition Reimbursement Provider: St. John's United Foundation Geographic Scope: Montana (Billings area) Purpose: Financial support for personal and career growth through…
Overview Work Force Development Funding Cycle 2025 The St. Louis Community Foundation (Community Foundation) is dedicated to inspiring purposeful philanthropy that connects community and donors to…
Staff Development Grant Overview: Development grants are awarded to current Beartooth employees pursuing further education and professional development to contribute to the future of rural health.…
Staff Scholarship Funder: UMRC-Porter Hills Foundation Purpose: Educational support for UMRC staff members pursuing higher education degrees Eligibility: - Current UMRC staff members - Those pursuing…
Stand Together Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Green Bay Community Foundation Amount: More than US $10,000 Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Stand Together Foundation Grant,…
Stanislaus Bioeconomy Workforce Development Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: BEAM Circular Accelerator Amount: US $5,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The Stanislaus…
Stanislaus Wet Lab & Training Facilities Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: BEAM Circular Accelerator Amount: US $10,000 - US $500,000 Last Updated: July 16, 2025 Summary The Stanislaus Wet Lab &…
Starbucks Workers Fund Geographic Scope: Starbucks locations nationwide Focus Areas: Supporting current and former Starbucks activists and organizers fighting to democratize their workplaces and the…
Stars and Stripes Program Program Type: Free pre-apprenticeship program for transitioning military service members Geographic Scope: Southwest Carpenters Training Center in Santa Maria, California;…
STARS Scholarship Overview: An initiative of the Iowa West Foundation focused on breaking barriers to higher education for parents in Pottawattamie County. Geographic Scope: Pottawattamie County,…
Start-up Training Resources Inspiring Veteran Entrepreneurship (STRIVE) Status: Active program Geographic Scope: Tennessee (offered in multiple locations including Kingsport and primary ETSU…
State of Ohio Industry Sector Partnership (ISP) Grant Funder: State of Ohio, Governor's Office of Workforce Transformation Status: Active - The Health Collaborative has received this grant for three…
State ScaleUp Grants (CO) Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Office of Future Work: Apprenticeship Colorado Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: April 25, 2025 Summary Apprenticeship Colorado is launching…
State Street Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State Street Foundation Inc Last Updated: November 23, 2025 Summary The State Street Foundation Grant supports nonprofits and NGOs that promote…
Stebnitz Builders, Inc. Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: September 08, 2025 Summary The Stebnitz Builders, Inc. Scholarship,…
Overview The STEM Action Center advances STEM and CS educational opportunities through collaborations, providing professional development and grant opportunities, sharing resources and best…
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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