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
Federal/ State/ Foundation
Updated daily
$25,000 - $500,000 total
DESK DRAWER FUND · December 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Transformational Grants Purpose: Provides significant multi-year funding to trusted partners driving long-term, systemic change Funder: MSUFCU Desk Drawer Foundation Geographic Scope: Mid-Michigan,…

US $25,000 - US $100,000
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction · Rolling / Open Foundation

Transition Readiness Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Amount: US $25,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Transition Readiness Grants…

  Northern Borders Regional Commission · Rolling / Open State

TRANSPORTATION – Forest Economy Program   Supports community development projects, workforce training and development projects, marketing/communication and education projects, business planning…

Varies
THE PARK PEOPLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

TreeForce Overview: A workforce development program in urban forestry that provides training and employment opportunities. Program Focus: - Urban forestry career training - Workforce development in…

FAITH FAMILY EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Trey Henry Phillips Memorial Scholarship Funder: Faith Family Education Foundation Inc (TX, US) Status: Active Geographic Scope: Texas (Faith Family Academy students) Focus Areas: Financial…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
THE TRIANGLE FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Triangle Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Triangle Fund Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: October 03, 2025 Summary The Triangle Fund Grant supports programs in Steuben, Chemung, and…

GRID ALTERNATIVES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Application funds are fully subscribed for the current grant cycle. _ TSAF Background GRID Alternatives’ and the National Tribal Program has worked since 2010 to help tribal…

GRID ALTERNATIVES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tribal Solar Gap Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: GRID Alternatives Amount: Up to US $250,000 Last Updated: July 07, 2025 Summary The Tribal Solar Gap Grant Program, initiated by GRID…

Trees Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Tribal Wildfire Resilience Grants Status: Applications currently closed, but check back in 2026 Program Overview: Tribal Wildfire Resilience grants is part of CAL FIRE's Climate and Energy Program…

$15/hour + potential academic credit
TRILITH INSTITUTE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Trilith Summer Internship Program Overview: A collaboration between Trilith Studios and the Trilith Institute (the educational arm of the Trilith Ecosystem). This summer-long work-study program is…

Coral Gables Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Tristarr Lifelong Learning Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Coral Gables Community Foundation Amount: US $75,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Tristarr Lifelong Learning Fund, initiated by…

PANOLA COLLEGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

TRUE Grant Program Geographic Scope: Texas (awarded to Panola College) Funder: Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Overview: The TRUE grant program was established to support the creation,…

More than US $15,000
TRUIST FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Truist Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Truist Foundation Inc Amount: More than US $15,000 Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Truist Foundation Grants aim to empower communities by…

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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