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.
Overview Mission and Areas of Interest The Brook J. Lenfest Foundation is a charitable foundation established by Brook J. Lenfest in 2000. It is dedicated to making people aware of positive life…
Brothers' Keeper Pre-Apprenticeship Program Program Type: Free pre-apprenticeship program Geographic Scope: Western States Regional Council of Carpenters service area (Southern California, Nevada,…
Bruce and Jane Walsh Grant in Memory of John Holland Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Psychological Foundation Inc Amount: US $19,000 Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Bruce and Jane Walsh…
Bruce and Lynn Lindsey Skills Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Shelby County Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary Overview The Community…
Bruce Parker Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The Bruce Parker Family Scholarship, offered by Montana State University,…
Bruce Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Last Updated: October 17, 2025 Summary The Bruce Scholarship Fund, established in 2010 by the Maine Community…
Bryan C. Niedert Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crown Point Community Foundation Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Bryan C. Niedert Memorial Scholarship Fund,…
BSN Scholars Program Partners: UT Medical and University of Tennessee Knoxville, College of Nursing Program Type: Academic-practice partnership for undergraduate nursing education Geographic Scope:…
Bucks County Foundation: Impact Bucks Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bucks County Foundation Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: November 30, 2025 Summary The Bucks County Foundation's Impact Bucks…
Build Back Better Regional Challenge Grant Funder: U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) Award Amount: Approximately $52.2 million Geographic Scope: Detroit region (11-county Detroit Region…
Build Dakota Scholarship Funder: Westhills Village in partnership with Build Dakota Scholarship Fund Geographic Scope: South Dakota (Western Dakota Tech mentioned) Focus Areas: Healthcare careers and…
Build Dakota Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Community Foundation Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Applying for the Build Dakota Scholarship involves 1)…
Build Investments Award Amount: $1.5 million multi-year unrestricted grants Support Includes: - Multi-year unrestricted grants ($1.5 million) - Deep strategic advisory support - Dedicated New Profit…
Build Your Future Summer Program Geographic Scope: Washington State Target Audience: Incoming high school juniors and seniors Program Details: - Cost: Free - Location: University of Washington –…
Overview _NOTE: We encourage all applicants to sign up in our grants portal to confirm registration is complete at least a week in advance of submitting a grant application._ Our Mission Improve the…
Building Equitable Opportunity Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connecticut Community Foundation Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Building Equitable Opportunity Grant by the Connecticut…
Building Futures (High School Youth) Overview: Building Futures is a career development program for high school youth that matches participants with career mentors and provides services tailored to…
Overview The purpose of the fund is to support Berks County residents who are pursuing post-secondary education to pursue careers in the building trades and/or construction design technology. Such…
Building the Future Vocational Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy Foundation: Lake County's Community Foundation Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary Overview About Legacy Foundation…
Building Tomorrow: Hands-On Trades Program for At-Risk Youth Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) - Youth Support Services Program Amount: $80,000 total ($40,000…
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.