Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 2,698 active workforce development grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
Bolton Foundation/IMA Foundation grant - California Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ima Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The Bolton Foundation is…
Overview Booker T. Jones Scholarship Fund The Booker T. Jones Scholarship provides financial support to students who graduate from MINACT-run Job Corps programs and plan to enroll at a college or…
Boom & Bucket's Student Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boom & Bucket, Inc. Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary Boom & Bucket's Student Scholarship Program aims…
BOOTS Pre-Apprenticeship Program Program Type: Free pre-apprenticeship/apprenticeship program Geographic Scope: Western States Regional Council of Carpenters service area (Southern California,…
Bootstrap Award Scholarship Funder: Crook County Foundation (administered through Oregon Community Foundation) Award Amount: Up to $1,875 per quarter (up to 4 quarters per year = $7,500 maximum in…
Boreal Waters Community Foundation: Small Business Education Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The…
Borislav Dumitrov Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the…
Boulder Fund Organization: Education Leaders of Color (EdLoC) Status: Active grant program Geographic Scope: Nationwide (United States) Focus Areas: - Education and academic advancement for children…
Bounty & Incentive Program Grant Funder: NECA-IBEW National Labor-Management Cooperation Committee (NLMCC) Website: powering-america.org Geographic Scope: US (DC-based funder) Focus Areas: Bounty and…
Bowman Brothers Trade School Scholarship Funder: Rock CF Foundation (Detroit, MI) Focus Area: Education grants for adults living with cystic fibrosis pursuing trade school and professional…
BPI Scholars Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bates Philanthropic Initiative (BPI) Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary Overview Bates Philanthropic Initiative Mission…
Breaking Barriers — Addressing Recidivism and Homelessness Funder: California Education Assistance Inc Status: Not currently available. Check back later. Geographic Scope: California Focus Areas:…
Overview _NOTE: In deference to our strategic planning process, we will not be accepting any new grant inquiries or applications in 2025. We expect to conclude our planning process in June 2025 and…
Bridge Program Program Type: Financial assistance award initiative Purpose: Support individuals starting their careers in the wine industry who face financial challenges during the early stages of…
Bridge to Career Opportunities (BCO) Program Program Type: Apprenticeship readiness and skills training program Geographic Scope: Detroit, Michigan Target Population: - Detroit residents ages 18 and…
Bridges to Careers Overview: Bridges to Careers is a program facilitated by CareerEdge to enhance the skills and earning capacity of community members by providing them with an opportunity to obtain…
BRIMM 101 Scholarship - University of British Columbia Funder: Women In Mining USA in partnership with Bradshaw Research Initiative for Minerals and Mining (BRIMM) at The University of British…
Bring Back the Trades Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bring Back the Trades Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Bring Back the Trades Scholarship is dedicated to…
Bristol County Savings Charitable Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bristol County Savings Bank Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Bristol County Savings…
Broadband Training Program Overview: A partnership between Jarvis Christian University and Learning Alliance Corporation launched in March 2025 to address skills gaps and provide career readiness…
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.
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.
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.