Workforce Development Grants

Last updated October 28, 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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Washington State Productivity Board Washington Federation of State Employees · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Productivity Board incentivizes state employees to help state government operate more efficiently through innovation and process improvement. The program encourages cost savings and waste elimination.	Not published	Up to $10K
Vocational Rehabilitation Grant Opportunities State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
WISE (Wisconsin Senior Employment) Employ Milwaukee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies WISE provides unemployed adults aged 55 and older with part-time, paid work experience in community service organizations. On-the-job experience helps build and improve participants' skills for permanent employment.	Not published	Varies
AWARD$ - Infant-Toddler Educator Randolph County Partnership for Children Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies AWARD$ is a new statewide salary supplement program designed to better compensate and retain well-educated teachers working with infants and toddlers in North Carolina child care centers.	Not published	Varies
Career and Technical Education Grade Expansion Program Grant North Carolina Department of Public Instruction · Foundation Not published · Up to $65K The Career and Technical Education Grade Expansion Program aims to enhance educational opportunities in North Carolina by expanding Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs for 6th and 7th graders.	Not published	Up to $65K
KeyBank Shed-ucation Initiative Grant St Vincent De Paul Society of Lane County Inc · Foundation Not published · $150K Innovative program spearheading collaboration between SVdP, Lane Workforce Partnership, and Lane Educational Service District (ESD).	Not published	$150K
Volstead Holdings Scholarship Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Volstead Holdings Scholarship, offered by The Columbus Foundation, aims to support residents of central and northeast Ohio pursuing technical post-secondary education in fields such as design, construction, manufacturing, and logistics.	Not published	$500
Operating Engineers 324 Stationary Engineer/HVAC Technician Apprenticeship International Union of Operating Engineers' Local 324 · Foundation Rolling · Varies A registered apprenticeship program combining on-the-job training with classroom instruction for individuals seeking careers in heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) and stationary engineering.	Rolling	Varies
Alma Cannon Vocational Scholarship Hot Springs County School District · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Austin Public Scholarships Film Society of Austin Inc · Foundation Rolling · Sliding scale (50-100% of fees) Provide fee reductions and waivers for producer certification, classes, and equipment access to individuals regardless of financial situation	Rolling	Sliding scale (50-100% of fees)
Tech Skilling Grants - Internship Program For-M Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to 3 months of wages Directly pays up to 3 months of wages to tech interns working up to 29 hours/week. Grants support experiential learning in any occupationally-related capacity.	Rolling	Up to 3 months of wages
Asheville Nurses Fund Coworker Solidarity Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Beyond stipends, recipients may receive:	Not published	Varies
Supplier Readiness Bootcamp United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Varies A virtual bootcamp training series designed to support minority entrepreneurs in navigating the procurement and contracting process.	Not published	Varies
Summit County Behavioral Health Education Fund Grant Building Hope Summit County · Foundation Not published · $2K – $10K The Summit County Behavioral Health Education Fund aims to enhance mental health services in Summit County by supporting aspiring mental health professionals.	Not published	$2K – $10K
TJX Foundation Grants The TJX Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The TJX Foundation Grants support nonprofit organizations located within 15 miles of a TJX store that align with their community mission.	Not published	Varies
Topfer Family Foundation Grant Topfer Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Topfer Family Foundation Grant aims to empower individuals by providing essential resources and support in various program areas, including child abuse prevention, youth enrichment, job training, children's health, and aging in place.	Not published	Varies
Staff Scholarship Umrc-Porter Hills Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Educational support for UMRC staff members pursuing higher education degrees	Not published	Varies
Quad Cities Graduate Study Center Grant Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Foundation Not published · $74K The Quad Cities Graduate Study Center, established in 1969, is a collaborative academic initiative supported by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.	Not published	$74K
Internship Grant Program Henry County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Internship Grant Program, managed by the Henry County Community Foundation, offers competitive funding to local nonprofits for hiring interns.	Not published	Varies
Goizueta Foundation Grant The Goizueta Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Goizueta Foundation Grant provides funding to support innovative educational initiatives in metropolitan Atlanta.	Not published	Varies
Health Professionals Clinical Training Expansion Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Health Professionals Clinical Training Expansion Grant supports the establishment and expansion of clinical training for health professional programs in Minnesota.	Not published	Up to $300K
Work/Environment Reporting Grants Pulitzer Center · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K The Pulitzer Center's Work/Environment Reporting Grants are now open for applications, focusing on the impact of climate change on workers and employment sectors.	Not published	$10K – $20K
College Now Greater Cleveland Manufacturing Scholarship Grant College Now Greater Cleveland · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The College Now Greater Cleveland Manufacturing Scholarship offers financial assistance to high school graduates pursuing training in manufacturing.	Not published	Up to $2K
Men & Boys' Fund Grant Main Street Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Men & Boys' Fund Grant, established in 2016, aims to enhance the lives of men and boys in Connecticut's Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Plymouth, Southington, and Wolcott areas.	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 28, 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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