Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 2,698 active workforce development grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from 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.
The Niagara Cares SkillPointe Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: SkillPointe Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated: August 30, 2025 Summary The Niagara Cares SkillPointe…
The Nowak Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Reinvestment Fund Inc Last Updated: January 11, 2026 Summary The Nowak Fellowship, part of Reinvestment Fund, supports pre-graduate school…
The NWPA Food Council Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie Community Foundation Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The NWPA Food Council Scholarship, offered by the Erie Community…
The Paramo Foundation Scholarship Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scranton Area Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary Overview Scranton Area Community Foundation For over 70 years,…
The Pat Landi Access Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alloy Development Co Inc Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: July 15, 2025 Summary The Pat Landi Access Fund aims to enhance local economic…
The Patriots Connection Also known as: Supporting Our Heroes (The Patriots Connection) Focus Area: Support for military veterans, active duty military, and their families in San Diego Funding…
The Pattis Family Foundation Summer Leadership Program Program Type: Paid summer internship for college students Sponsors: The Pattis Family Foundation (primary), Ora Kathleen-Flynn Family Foundation…
THE PATUXENT PARTNERSHIP (TPP) PATHWAYS SCHOLARSHIP Funder: The Patuxent Partnership Inc (MD, US) Purpose: Awards graduating high school seniors who plan to attend College of Southern Maryland (CSM)…
The Pettus Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: St Louis Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The Pettus Foundation Grants focus on enhancing…
The Phoenix Fund Funder: New World Foundation Focus Area: Worker and community power, economic opportunity, labor rights Established: 1996 Program Description The Phoenix Fund is a philanthropic…
The Schneider Electric SkillPointe Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: SkillPointe Foundation Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: August 30, 2025 Summary The Schneider Electric SkillPointe…
The Tupo Pamoja Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stanislaus Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary Overview The Tupo Pamoja Fund The Tupo Pamoja Fund…
The Wayne Yohe Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: November 15, 2025 Summary The Wayne Yohe Memorial…
Overview The Women’s Giving Circle The Women’s Giving Circle (WGC) of Dunn County has been established to strengthen the spirit of women through collaborative philanthropy. The WGC awards grant…
The Workers Lab: The Innovation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Workers Lab Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary Overview Innovation Fund The future of work belongs to all workers. But right…
The WRAGs (Work and Retrain as a Gardener scheme) Bursary Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Merlin Trust Amount: Up to £500 Last Updated: August 27, 2025 Summary The WRAGs Bursary, managed by the…
Thrive Grant Program Funder: Community Foundation for Monterey County Purpose: Through data-driven, strategic investments, Thrive grants aim to reduce barriers and create pathways to success for all…
Overview THRIVE Grant Opportunities from the Fund for York County The Fund for York County focuses resources on our community’s most pressing issues. Our new focus seeks to provide funding…
THRIVE Grants from the Fund for York County Status: ACTIVE Funder: York County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The THRIVE Grants program, formerly…
THRIVE Network Application Status: No longer accepting applications for 2022-2024 funding process Geographic Scope: Currently serving Delaware, Henry, and Madison Counties ONLY Focus Areas: Economic…
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.
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.
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.