Workforce Development Grants

Last updated October 27, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,659 active workforce development grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 62 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,265 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 2,659; from 1,681 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $5,000–$200K
Total listed funding: $580.6M; across 1,265 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 109; 143 with a published date

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Brothers' Keeper Pre-Apprenticeship Program Western States Regional Council of Carpenters · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
UA Application 2026 Pipe Fitters Local Union No 539 · Foundation Not published · Varies An application program for 2026 related to the United Association (UA). Specific details about eligibility requirements, deadlines, and program benefits were not provided on the available website content.	Not published	Varies
TCFA Feedyard Technician Program Texas Cattle Feeders Association · Foundation Not published · Varies A comprehensive program designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to enter the fed beef industry through specialized curriculum and hands-on training.	Not published	Varies
GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) Simpson University Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Federal grant program designed to increase the number of low-income middle and high school students who are prepared to enter and succeed in postsecondary education.	Not published	Varies
Fry Foundation: Employment Grant Lloyd a Fry Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fry Foundation's Employment Grant aims to support organizations with 501(c)(3) status that focus on job training programs for low-income individuals in Chicago.	Not published	Varies
Dental Hygienist Scholarships Delta Dental of Virginia Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K	Not published	$50K
Paraprofessional Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $235K The Paraprofessional Grant aims to assist Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) in New Jersey by supporting paraprofessionals pursuing teacher certification through an alternate route.	Not published	Up to $235K
Community Fund Grants Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Fund provides grants to support local nonprofits and causes throughout the Sioux Falls area. The foundation awards grants on a regular basis to organizations providing essential services and programs to the community.	Not published	Varies
Amazon Career Choice Partner Program at MSU Denver Metropolitan State College of Denver Alumni Association Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
Clean Energy Partnership: Residential Energy Efficiency Workforce Training Grants Maine Governor's Energy Office (GEO) · Foundation Not published · $100K – $450K The Clean Energy Partnership: Residential Energy Efficiency Workforce Training Grants, overseen by the Maine Governor's Energy Office, aims to enhance workforce development in the residential energy efficiency sector.	Not published	$100K – $450K
Fall Grant Cycle: Education Grants JW & HM Goodman Family Charitable · Foundation Not published · $8K – $12K The J W & H M Goodman Family Charitable Foundation is offering education grants for paid internships at nonprofits. These internships are aimed at community college students and young professionals who graduated within the last two years.	Not published	$8K – $12K
Webster Bank Corporate Giving Grant Webster Bank · Foundation Not published · Varies Webster Bank Corporate Giving focuses on supporting underserved communities through essential programs in workforce development, community development, financial empowerment, and basic human services.	Not published	Varies
FY26 RFP #PHTHORC26012 for Best and Brightest Rural Healthcare Workforce Recruitment Iowa Department of Health and Human Services · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
MiLEAP Grant Southwest Michigan First Corp · Foundation Not published · Varies A statewide grant providing free education, job training, and support services to local communities negatively impacted by the pandemic. Part of the U.S. Department of Education's Education Stabilization Fund.	Not published	Varies
CCKA Provider Scholarship Program Crawford County Kids Association · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Crawford County Kids Association Provider Scholarship Program reduces financial barriers for early childhood educators pursuing professional development, funding classes and required materials.	Rolling	Varies
Norfolk Southern Grant Hampton Roads Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The Norfolk Southern Grant aims to support nonprofits in the Hampton Roads community, distributing $1 million each year for five years.	Not published	$5K – $100K
Mid-Atlantic Environmental Justice Fund - Track III: Workforce Development in Community Forestry Grant Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Mid-Atlantic Environmental Justice Fund aims to promote environmental justice through community forestry initiatives.	Not published	Up to $200K
Internship Supervision Compensation Pilot Program Potsdam College Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A pilot program recognizing the labor involved in creating and supervising internships. The purpose is to recognize faculty work and encourage programs to intentionally expand their use of internships as a high-impact practice.	Not published	Varies
Spectrum Digital Education Grant Boys & Girls Clubs of the Ocoee · Foundation Not published · $6K Spectrum launched the Digital Education program in 2017 and has committed $7 million in cash and in-kind contributions.	Not published	$6K
Women’s Economic Security Act (WESA) Competitive Grant Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K The Women’s Economic Security Act (WESA) Competitive Grant, offered by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, aims to empower women by facilitating their entry into high-wage, high-demand, nontraditional…	Not published	Up to $125K
Massachusetts Career Ladder Program (CLP) Social Finance Inc · Foundation Not published · $440 Helps current Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and other direct care workers in skilled nursing facilities, long-term care, home care, and community settings become Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs).	Not published	$440
STEM Teach IV Independent Colleges of Indiana Inc · Foundation Not published · $2.4M	Not published	$2.4M
Institute 2 Innovate (I2i) Program Capacity Building For Violence Prevention Programs NOFO (IL) Grant Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Institute 2 Innovate (I2i) Program provides vital funding for capacity building in violence prevention programs.	Not published	Up to $250K
Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) Masshire Hampden County Workforce Board Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies

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About 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do workforce development grants award?

Of the 2,659 workforce development grants Grantable lists as of October 27, 2026, 1,265 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $200K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most workforce development grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) (21), Minnesota Department of Health (19), New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (16), Illinois Community College Board (15), and Montana State University (15). In all, 1,681 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are workforce development grants due?

Of 2,659 grants listed, 109 accept applications on a rolling basis, 143 have a published upcoming deadline, 702 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,705 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 47% fall in October–December.

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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