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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State of New Jersey Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Strengthening Local Public Health Capacity Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Health Amount: Up to US $4,393,779 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The…

Structured Employment Economic Development · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Strong Fathers, Stronger Families Program Funder: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Family Assistance Award Amount: $10 million over 5 years ($2 million annually) Status:…

STUDEBAKER NATIONAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Studebaker National Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Studebaker National Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Studebaker National Foundation…

THE HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF ANNISTON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Student Nurse Residency Program Funder: Regional Medical Center (RMC Health System) Geographic Scope: Anniston, Alabama Purpose: Provides nursing students with hands-on training and mentorship during…

Up to $4,000 per student per year; average $1,000 per student
River City Community Development Center · May 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Successbuilders Scholarship Fund Funder: River City Community Development Center Geographic Scope: Chicago, IL (West Humboldt Park area) Focus Areas: Post-secondary education support for students…

RIVERSIDE COUNTY OFFICE OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Summer Apprenticeship Bridge Program Funder: Riverside County Office of Education, in partnership with LAUNCH Apprenticeship Network and Network Kinection Overview: A summer career training program…

INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Summer Entrepreneurship Program (SEP) Program Overview: An intensive five-week experiential entrepreneurship training program designed to equip participants with practical business venture creation…

Minnesota Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Summer Health Care Internship Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Health Amount: Up to US $300,000 Last Updated: January 01, 2026 Summary The Summer Health Care Internship…

Paid internship (amount not specified)
CHEYENNE COUNTY HOSPITAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Summer Internship Program Funder: Health Center Foundation (HCF) at Sidney Regional Medical Center Geographic Scope: Sidney, Nebraska and surrounding region in the Nebraska panhandle Program…

Paid internship (amount not specified)
CHEYENNE COUNTY HOSPITAL & HEALTH CENTER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Summer Internship Program Funder: Health Center Foundation (Sidney Regional Medical Center) Location: Sidney, Nebraska (Cheyenne County) Contact: Julie Shoemaker at 308-254-5825 x1608 Program…

FIRST ALASKANS INSTITUTE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Summer Internship Program (SIP) Organization: First Alaskans Institute (FAI) Program Purpose: Places Alaska Native, American Indian, rural community members and students into organizations around…

City of Boston · Rolling / Open Foundation

Summer Learn & Earn Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Boston Amount: Up to US $36,000 Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary Overview Summer Learn and Earn Program The Summer Learn and…

GRISWOLD HOME CARE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Summer Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jean Griswold Foundation (Griswold Cares Foundation) Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Please note that the Caregiver’s…

Illinois Arts Council Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Summer Youth Employment in the Arts Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Arts Council Agency Amount: Up to US $4,500 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Summer Youth Employment in the…

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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