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.

2,734 grants
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Alloy Development Co Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

RANCHO SANTA FE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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…

Full scholarship covering tuition, fees and books for up to two years
THE PATUXENT PARTNERSHIP INC · Rolling / Open · Annual 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)…

US $5,000 - US $25,000
ST LOUIS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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 NEW WORLD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Bell Helicopter · Rolling / Open State

The purpose of this program is to help develop and maintain vibrant and sustainable communities by meeting critical needs, revitalizing communities, or developing the future workforce. Projects must…

Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund · Rolling / Open State

The purpose of this program is to help unbanked people open safe and affordable accounts when they enter or reenter the workforce by helping interested workforce development programs or large…

Stanislaus Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

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 FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF DUNN COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

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 · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

$25,000 - $50,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR MONTEREY COUNTY · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

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…

YORK COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

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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