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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U.S. Mission to Myanmar · May 3, 2026 Federal

U.S. Embassy Rangoon AEIF 2026 Grants Competition Project Background, Goals, and Objectives AEIF 2026 projects must clearly advance America First foreign policy principles by demonstrating how…

PIPE FITTERS LOCAL UNION NO 539 · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UA Application 2026 Funder: PIPE FITTERS LOCAL UNION NO 539 (Minnesota) Geographic Scope: Minnesota (Minneapolis-St. Cloud area) Program Type: Application/Apprenticeship An application program for…

UMATILLA ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

UEC Lineman College Scholarship Purpose: To support students pursuing lineman trade education. Overview: Applications for the Lineman Trade Scholarship are available online only. Additional details…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: The Ujima Legacy Fund will not award grants in 2024. The membership has elected to take this year and next to build its endowment and ensure more consistent funding for future…

Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Community Grant Guidelines Umpqua Bank, through the Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation, continues to believe in the power of partnership by leading with a Social Impact Strategy and Community…

CHEF ANN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Understanding the School Food Workforce Subgrants Program Overview: The Chef Ann Foundation is seeking proposals for research projects that will increase understanding of the current state of the…

CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS HOUSING ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Unemployment Insurance Application Assistance Program Type: Free assistance service with unemployment benefits applications Geographic Scope: Central Massachusetts / Worcester area Overview: Free…

$2,000,000 total distributed to 11 organizations
SIERRA HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Unemployment Language Opportunity Program Program Type: Competitive grants administered by The Center at Sierra Health Foundation Overview: The California Employment Development Department, in…

MICHIGAN STATE BAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Unemployment Legal Assistance Relief Fund Program Status: Active (distributed January 2025) Geographic Scope: Michigan (all counties) Overview: The Unemployment Legal Assistance Relief Fund was…

$500 - $4,000 per scholarship
Communication Workers of America 1040 · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Union Plus Scholarships Overview: Scholarship program for union members and their families, administered by Union Plus. Award Details (2022 Program): - Total of $200,000 awarded in 2022 - 189…

RIVERSIDE COUNTY OFFICE OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Unique Projects Grant Funder: Riverside County Board of Education Overview: The Unique Projects Grant supports innovative projects that enhance educational programs and student learning experiences.…

UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST LOUISIANA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

United for Business Small Business Accelerator Overview: A small business accelerator designed to help entrepreneurs strengthen their operations, build financial stability and expand their businesses…

UNITED WAY OF THE WINE COUNTRY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

United for Good Fund Overview: United Way of the Wine Country awards annual grants through the United for Good Fund for projects, programs, organizations, and coalitions that further the goal of…

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UNITED WAY OF TOMPKINS COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

United Tompkins Impact Fund (UTIF) Overview: UTIF grants are awarded on a 2-year cycle to agencies and organizations that address identified priorities to meet community needs. Key Details: - Cycle…

UNITED WAY OF THE BLUEGRASS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About United Way of the Bluegrass (UWBG) is committed to fighting for the education, financial stability, and basic needs of everyone in Central Kentucky. Through the work of UWBG programs,…

UNITED WAY OF THE CSRA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Purpose United Way of the CSRA is requesting Letters of Intent (LOI) for the Leading Families Forward Initiative for Program Year 2023-2024. Under the Leading Families Forward…

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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