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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WALLA WALLA UNIVERSITY ALUMNI · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ballmer Scholarship Type: Full-ride scholarship for Master's of Social Work (MSW) students Geographic Scope: Washington State Overview: The Ballmer scholarship is a full-ride scholarship available to…

Up to US $15,000
THE BAMFORD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bamford Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Bamford Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The Bamford Foundation, established in 1990, aims to enhance the…

TEXAS PODIATRIC MEDICAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Bandera Meeting Case Contest Grants Overview: Case contest grants awarded at the annual Bandera Meeting for Texas podiatric residents. Geographic Scope: Texas Eligibility: - Texas podiatric residents…

Bangor Savings Bank Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bangor Savings Bank Foundation Grant Making Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bangor Savings Bank Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The Bangor Savings Bank…

Bank of America Corporate Foundation · Rolling / Open State

To be eligible to apply for a BoA grant, must be tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and not classified as a private foundation. Should be aligned with  funding…

YOUTHBUILD GLOBAL INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Bank of America Neighborhood Builders Award Funder: Bank of America Charitable Foundation Award Amount: $200,000 (flexible funding) Overview: Bank of America recognized YouthBuild USA as a national…

Banner Bank · Rolling / Open Foundation

Banner Bank Community Support Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Banner Bank Last Updated: August 30, 2025 Summary The Banner Bank Community Support Program offers grants to nonprofit organizations…

Monetary incentives towards tuition (amount not specified)
Baptist Health South Florida Inc · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Baptist Health Allied Health Scholars Program Overview: A work-integrated learning experience, preceptorship, and clinical rotation program for allied health students at partner institutions.…

National Education Association Staff Organization · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bargaining & Advocacy Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Education Association Staff Organization Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The National Education…

HAWAII STATE RURAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Barry Taniguchi Health Professions Subsidy Program Overview: A legacy program created to support and develop access to high quality healthcare close to home instead of needing to fly off island for…

FWA OF NEW YORK INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Baruch College Undergraduate Mentoring Program Overview: A mentoring program launched in 2002 to advance women in finance through Baruch College's highly regarded business curriculum. The program…

ROUGHRIDER ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Basin Electric $2,500 Scholarship Award Amount: $2,500 Number of Awards: One (1) scholarship Sponsor: Basin Electric Power Cooperative Eligibility Requirements - Must be a member of Roughrider…

FRIENDS OF BAXTER STATE PARK · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Baxter Youth Conservation Corps (BYCC) Program Type: Youth conservation and trail work program Geographic Scope: Baxter State Park, Maine Program Details: - Eight-week summer program - Youth work on…

BRIDGE BUILDERS COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS · March 6, 2027 · Annual Foundation

BBCF Local Scholarship Program Status: Active Program Overview: Bridge Builders Community Foundations manages more than 70 individual local scholarship funds, each established by donors with specific…

BRANFORD COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

BCF Competitive Grants ( Annual Grants) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Branford Community Foundation Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Branford Community Foundation (BCF) is dedicated to enhancing…

Full tuition, books, and school fees for Ivy Tech ASN program + semester stipends + NCLEX exam funding + Kaplan review course ($500 value)
Beacon Health Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Beacon Scholar Program Funder: Beacon Health System and Ivy Tech Community College Program Name: Beacon School of Nursing at Ivy Tech Elkhart-South Bend Geographic Scope: Ivy Tech Elkhart-South Bend…

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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