Workforce Training Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary Overview Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Mission: In…
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.
Workforce Upskilling for HVAC Supply Chain Manufacturers Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Amount: US $2,000,000 Last Updated: November 11,…
Working Here Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Farm Credit Services of America, ACA Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: October 09, 2025 Summary The Working Here Fund Grant supports nonprofit…
Working Lands Enterprise Initiative- Business Enhancement Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: October 21, 2025…
Workshop Development Services Training/work services for individuals with the most significant disabilities Details - Division: Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) - Type: Pass-through -…
WPA Summer Internship Program Funder: Wisconsin Pork Association (WPA) Geographic Scope: Wisconsin Focus Areas: Internship opportunities in the swine/pork industry for college students seeking…
WREA Line Worker Scholarship Program Program Objective: To help local people complete an approved regional line worker training program to learn the basics of line work and become an apprentice line…
Wright Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wright Family Foundation Inc Amount: More than US $100,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Wright Family Foundation Grant aims to…
Overview The WSFS CARES Foundation The mission of the WSFS CARES Foundation is to support qualified nonprofit service organizations within our regional footprint that are invested in improving…
WSOS Graduate Scholarship (GRD) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington State Opportunity Foundation (WSOS) Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The WSOS Graduate Scholarship…
WV AmeriCorps Formula Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Volunteer West Virginia Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary Volunteer West Virginia is offering AmeriCorps State Formula grants to support…
WWT Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: World Wide Technology Foundation Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The WWT Foundation Grant aims to empower organizations aligned with the…
WyHealthTrain Students enrolled in a healthcare careers pathway may be eligible for up to $10,000 toward the cost of completing a qualified healthcare program within a 2-year timeframe. Preference…
Wyoming County Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The Wyoming County Community Fund, managed by the Beckley Area Foundation,…
Wyoming County Community Health Foundation Grants Overview: The Wyoming County Community Health Foundation (WCCHF) awards grants to programs and organizations that improve the health and wellness of…
Wyoming Grown Wyoming Grown is under the WyRelocate program that connects individuals who have a desire to return to Wyoming with in-demand career opportunities throughout the state. Details -…
Wyoming Women's Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wyoming Community Foundation Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Wyoming Women's Foundation Grants, established in 1999, focus on…
Competitive grants for workforce development organizations supporting clean energy careers. Two funding categories: (1) Growing the Workforce through Education & Training - funding for training…
Yappers Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Yappers Grant, provided by the Community Foundation of…
Yashar: Skills Training Initiative Funder: The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation (with Foundation for Jewish Camp administration) Status: Active - first cohort announced February 24, 2026;…
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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