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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Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America: Financial Sustainability Grant Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America · Foundation Not published · $50K – $75K The Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America offers the Financial Sustainability Grant to support nonprofit organizations that promote economic inclusion and financial stability.	Not published	$50K – $75K
FRS: Community Grant Program Foundation for Rural Service · Foundation Not published · $250 – $5K The FRS Community Grant Program supports rural communities served by NTCA members, offering grants up to $5,000 for various local initiatives.	Not published	$250 – $5K
Workday Foundation: Workforce Development Grant Workday Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Workday Foundation's Workforce Development Grant aims to create career pathways that enhance human potential through impactful workforce development programs.	Not published	Varies
Pacific Power / Rocky Mountain Power: Education/STEM Grants Pacificorp Foundation Aka Pacific Power · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Pacific Power Foundation provides Education/STEM Grants aimed at enhancing community vitality through charitable investments.	Not published	Up to $10K
Govenor's Industry Vocations Scholarship (NJ) Grant New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Governor's Industry Vocations Scholarship (NJ-GIVS) supports women and minority students pursuing certificates or degrees in construction-related fields.	Not published	Up to $2K
Washington APEX Accelerator (Business Accelerator Program) Columbia River Economic Development Council · Foundation Not published · $500 A pilot hands-on catalyst program for new entrepreneurs and fast-growth businesses motivated to learn success strategies and grow their business network connections.	Not published	$500
Embraer Foundation: (e)NVEST Community Grant Embraer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Embraer Foundation is excited to announce its local grant program, (e)NVEST Community Grants, is accepting applications.	Not published	Varies
Vernon Emery Memorial Lineman Scholarship Southeast Electric Cooperative Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K Southeast Electric Cooperative, Inc. periodically awards a $1,000.00 scholarship to a deserving person planning to enroll in a Power Line Construction and Maintenance curriculum at an accredited Tech School.	Not published	$2K
Helene D. Stoneman Scholarship and Civic Leadership Program Youthbuild Global Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Helene D. Stoneman Scholarship and Civic Leadership Program provides awards to outstanding YouthBuild graduates across the U.S. who have been recognized for excellence in civic engagement, community leadership and academic achievement…	Not published	$1K
Kitchen Infrastructure and Training and Retention and Recruitment Grant CA Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $3K The Kitchen Infrastructure and Training and Retention and Recruitment Grant offers $155 million in funding to enhance school nutrition programs across California.	Not published	$3K
Choose Aerospace SkillPointe Scholarship Grant SkillPointe Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Choose Aerospace SkillPointe Scholarship offers $2,500 to support students pursuing aviation technician programs.	Not published	$3K
Career and Technical Education Nontraditional Support Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $105K The Texas Education Agency is the state agency that oversees primary and secondary public education. It is headed by the commissioner of education.	Not published	$105K
Lycoming Economic Development Foundation Fund Grant First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · $62K The Lycoming Economic Development Foundation Fund, established in partnership with the First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania, aims to stimulate economic growth in Lycoming County.	Not published	$62K
CrossHarbor Capital Partners Culinary Arts Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The CrossHarbor Capital Partners Culinary Arts Scholarship, provided by Montana State University, aims to support students pursuing an Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts at Gallatin College.	Not published	Varies
Rockland Trust Grants Rockland Trust Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Rockland Trust Charitable Foundation focuses on enhancing community well-being through grants that prioritize low-to-moderate income populations.	Not published	$3K – $10K
Hispanic Impact Fund Grants Austin Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Hispanic Impact Fund Grants, managed by the Austin Community Foundation, aim to enhance economic mobility for Hispanic Central Texans.	Not published	Up to $50K
P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education PEO Sisterhood OR State Chapter · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K Provides one-time, need-based grants to women to pursue academic or technical courses, including online programs offered by educational institutions in the U.S. or Canada.	Not published	Up to $4K
TANF Employment & Training Program - Job Placement with Retention Program Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Foundation Not published · $250K – $290K The TANF Employment & Training Program - Job Placement with Retention Program provides essential support for TANF clients seeking employment.	Not published	$250K – $290K
Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust Grants (Non-Environment Requests) Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust focuses on supporting nonprofits in Arizona and Indiana through invitation-only grants.	Not published	Up to $250K
Strengthening Immigrant Inclusion Program (SIIP) Request for Proposals World Education Services Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies WES is a non-profit social enterprise that supports the educational, economic, and social inclusion of immigrants, refugees, and international students in the U.S. and Canada.	Not published	Varies
K12 Strong Workforce Program Grant Foundation for California Community Colleges · Foundation Not published · Up to $2M The K12 Strong Workforce Program Grant, initiated by California's legislature in 2018, aims to enhance career technical education (CTE) for K-12 local education agencies (LEAs).	Not published	Up to $2M
NABTU Governing Board of Presidents (GPOB) Scholarship American Federation of Labor & Bldg & Construction Trades Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K North America's Building Trades Unions offers the Governing Board of Presidents (GPOB) Scholarship of up to $3,600 per year toward tuition for first-year students entering the NABTU-approved Rowan University online B.A. in Construction…	Not published	Up to $4K
IBM Impact Accelerator Grant IBM Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The IBM Sustainability Accelerator Grant Program aims to enhance water availability and sustainable management. This initiative addresses critical global water stress affecting two billion people and sanitation issues for 4.2 billion.	Not published	Varies
Inspire Change Grant Houston Texans Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Inspire Change Grant awards funds to nonprofit organizations in Houston to support programs, seed projects, and create partnerships that unlock pathways to new opportunities while supporting social justice and racial equity efforts.	Not published	Varies

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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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