ASSP Foundation Academic Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) Foundation Last Updated: October 21, 2025 Summary The ASSP Foundation Academic…
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.
ASSP Foundation Career Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $1,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The…
AT&T Innovation Grant Program Funder: YouthBuild USA with funding from AT&T Award Amount: $9,120 - $25,000 per grant Overview: The Innovation Grant Program supports local YouthBuild programs'…
Athens Federal Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Athens Federal Foundation Last Updated: July 22, 2025 Summary The Athens Federal Foundation Grant supports charitable initiatives in East…
ATU International Scholarship Funder: Amalgamated Transit Union (International) Award Amount: - Five (5) scholarships of $5,000 each for accredited college attendance - One (1) scholarship of $2,000…
Austin Public Scholarships Funder: Austin Film Society - Austin Public division Geographic Scope: Austin, Texas area Purpose: Provide fee reductions and waivers for producer certification, classes,…
Automation Training Incentive Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Amount: Up to US $35,000 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary…
AWARD$ - Infant-Toddler Educator Program Type: Statewide salary supplement program for early childhood educators Description: AWARD$ is a new statewide salary supplement program designed to better…
AWS Welding Workforce Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Welding Society Inc Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The AWS Welding Workforce Grants aim to enhance welding…
AWWA Scholarship Program - American Water Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Water Works Association (AWWA) Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: November 02, 2025 Summary The AWWA…
B2R Farms Fellowship Program Program Type: Professional fellowship in agricultural development Geographic Scope: Rwanda Focus Areas: Agriculture, conservation agriculture, farm management, farmer…
B2R Farms Train-the-Trainer Course Program Type: Professional training course Geographic Scope: Kigali, Rwanda (in-person training); international participation welcome Focus Areas: Agriculture,…
Babson Foundation: Competitive Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Paul and Edith Babson Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $12,000 Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The Babson Foundation's…
Bachelor of Science Nursing Loan Repayment Program (BSNLRP) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated:…
Back to Work: Early Childhood Ed Scholarship Program Geographic Scope: Colorado Partner: Colorado Department of Higher Education's COSI program Purpose: Provides education and training for…
Back to Work: Early Childhood Education Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative (COSI) Overview: The Colorado Recovery Plan expands the Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative (COSI) grant to…
Back to Your Future Scholarship Program Funder: Clay Electric Foundation Inc Award Amount: $2,000 per scholarship Number of Awards: Five (5) scholarships available Purpose Designed to help adults who…
Baer Reintegration Scholarship Funder: Sidney R. Baer, Jr. Foundation Contact: baerscholarships@reintegration.com Program Goal: To help people with schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, or bipolar…
Baker College Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program - Zero Cost Pathway Funder: State of Michigan ($2 million state grant) Partner Institutions: Glen Oaks Community College and Baker College…
Ball Foundation Skilled Trades SkillPointe Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ball Foundation Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: November 20, 2025 Summary The Ball Foundation Skilled Trades…
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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