THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE: The 2026 Scholarship Award Cycle application period opens on 12/15/2025._ About Us The Community Foundation of Dickinson County, Inc. was established in 1999 by a group of…
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
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
WK Kellogg Foundation · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
W.K. Kellogg Foundation General Grants Program Status: Active, always open application process Geographic Scope: - Primary focus: Across the United States with generational commitments in Michigan,…
Serve Washington · Rolling / Open Foundation
WA AmeriCorps Continuation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Serve Washington Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The WA AmeriCorps Continuation Grants support organizations entering the second or…
Serve Washington · Rolling / Open Foundation
WA New & Recompete AmeriCorps Operational Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Serve Washington Last Updated: August 27, 2025 Summary The WA New & Recompete AmeriCorps Operational Grant supports…
US $1,000 - US $10,000
WABTEC FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Wabtec Direct Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wabtec Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: October 08, 2025 Summary The Wabtec Direct Grant Program focuses on creating…
MPMA EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Waffensmith Family Omnitool Fund Scholarship Overview: Scholarship funded by the Waffensmith Family as part of MPMA Education Foundation scholarship awards. Award Amount: $2,000 per student…
MINNESOTA PRECISION MANUFACTURING · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Waffensmith Family Omnitool Fund Scholarships Funder: Waffensmith Family Omnitool Fund Geographic Scope: Minnesota Focus Areas: Manufacturing education, quality assurance, machining, engineering…
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
America Walks Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Walking College Fellowship Organization: America Walks Inc Program Type: Annual leadership development fellowship program Overview The Walking College is a leadership development program designed to…
FWA OF NEW YORK INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Wall Street Exchange Program Overview: A prestigious career development program designed to augment and complement the summer internship experience for upper-level college students. The program has…
$6,000 - $8,000
Washington and Northern Idaho District · April 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation
WANI DC Scholarship Program Funder: Washington & Northern Idaho District Council of Laborers Program Description: A scholarship program for members of the Laborers' International Union who have…
$500 per participant (subsidized cost); scholarships available
COLUMBIA RIVER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Washington APEX Accelerator (Business Accelerator Program) Geographic Scope: Clark County, Washington Overview: A pilot hands-on catalyst program for new entrepreneurs and fast-growth businesses…
Up to US $2,000,000
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Rolling / Open Foundation
Washington Coast Restoration and Resiliency Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office Amount: Up to US $2,000,000 Last Updated: October 04, 2025…
US $5,000 - US $20,000
WASHINGTON FEDERAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Washington Federal Foundation: Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington Federal Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Washington…
Washington State Elks Association · Rolling / Open Foundation
Washington State Elks Association: Vocational Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington State Elks Association Last Updated: December 27, 2025 Summary The Washington State Elks Association Vocational…
Up to $10,000
WASHINGTON FEDERATION OF STATE EMPLOYEES · Rolling / Open Foundation
Washington State Productivity Board Status: Active - reinstated in 2023 legislative session after hiatus Geographic Scope: Washington State public employees Overview: The Productivity Board…
$125,000
WASHINGTON STATE STEM EDUCATION FDTN · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Washington Student Achievement Council - Multi-Generational Credential Attainment Planning Grant Funder: Washington Student Achievement Council Overview: Planning grant to create innovative…
$750 per semester for up to four semesters, totaling up to $3,000, with the possibility of receiving a Snap-on tool set
WISCONSIN AUTOMOBILE AND TRUCK DEALERS · April 10, 2026 · Annual Foundation
WATDA Foundation Scholarship Program Funder: Wisconsin Automobile and Truck Dealers Association Foundation Geographic Scope: Wisconsin Mission: The WATDA Foundation is a charitable 501(c)(3) branch…
Up to $1 million
Northern Borders Regional Commission · Rolling / Open State
WATER, WASTEWATER, and STORMWATER – Forest Economy Program Supports community development projects, workforce training and development projects, marketing/communication and education projects,…
Full funding (no cost to participants)
THE YOUTH MARINE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
WAVE Seafarer Readiness Program Status: Active, state-funded program with limited spots available Geographic Scope: Washington State residents only Funder: Washington State Department of…
US $5,000 - US $50,000
WBD INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
WBD Opportunity Funds Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wbd Inc Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: September 08, 2025 Summary The WBD Opportunity Funds support nonprofit organizations that…
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.
Ready to apply for these grants?
- Assess your eligibility for this grant
- Draft a tailored application narrative
- Track the deadline and get reminders
- Find similar grants from other funders