Workforce Development Grants

Last updated October 27, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,659 active workforce development grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, 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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CSBS Education Foundation Graduate Banking and Graduate Trust School Scholarship Award Conference of State Bank Supervisors · Foundation ~December · Up to $3K Each year the CSBS Education Foundation (CSBSEF) runs a competition awarding scholarships to three state banking department personnel to attend the graduate school of banking or graduate trust school of their choice. 'The 2027 nomination…	~December	Up to $3K
27-002-RFA Oregon Youth Corps 2027-2029 Higher Education Grants · State Dec 18, 2026 · $5.3M Request for Applications for the Oregon Youth Corps program administered by Oregon Youth Works.	Dec 18, 2026	$5.3M
Adult Careers Scholarship Putnam County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Dec 31, 2026 · Varies This scholarship is designed to reduce the financial barriers for adults seeking to further their careers through the attainment of an accredited certification, credentialing, or apprenticeship program.	Dec 31, 2026	Varies
GFOAz Student Internship and Scholarships Program Government Finance Officers Association of AZ · Foundation ~December · Varies GFOAz honors Arizona students who aspire to a career in public finance through a combined internship and scholarship program. Created in 2015.	~December	Varies
Tribal Colleges Research Grants Program National Institute of Food and Agriculture · Federal Dec 31, 2026 · $150K – $2.5M TCRGP focuses on development of research capacity at Tribal colleges, specifically in agriculture, natural resources, and human sciences.	Dec 31, 2026	$150K – $2.5M
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development National Institute of Food and Agriculture · Federal Dec 31, 2026 · $10K – $650K The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative - Education and Workforce Development (EWD) focuses on developing the next generation of research, education, and extension professionals in the food and agricultural sciences.	Dec 31, 2026	$10K – $650K
Seed Project Foundation General Grants Harvest Seed Project Foundation · Foundation ~December · Varies Annual grant program administered by the Seed Project Foundation to support North Texas schools and nonprofits that embrace sustainability and align with the foundation's mission of creating a more sustainable future.	~December	Varies
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program - Education and Workforce Development Department of Agriculture · State Dec 31, 2026 · Varies This program focuses on developing the next generation of research, education, and extension professionals in the food and agricultural sciences.	Dec 31, 2026	Varies
Delta College Scholarship Great Lakes Bay Manufacturers' Association · Foundation ~December · Varies	~December	Varies
Master Class Grant Spruce Root Inc · Foundation ~January · Up to $5K A transformative three-day workshop for experienced mid-stage entrepreneurs to develop growth plans, explore internal limiting beliefs, learn latest research, and develop tools for planning through a shifting economy.	~January	Up to $5K
Alice and Eugene Ford Foundation Grant Alice & Eugene Ford Foundation Inc · Foundation Jan 10, 2027 · Varies The Alice and Eugene Ford Foundation awards grants to 501(c)(3) organizations achieving measurable impact for individuals and families in the Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland regions, within its focus areas: Education & Skills…	Jan 10, 2027	Varies
Trade School Scholarship Tempe Diablos Charities Inc · Foundation ~January · $2K Support the trades and promote excellence among Tempe's top high school students and young adults in taking steps to improve their opportunities and the communities in which they live.	~January	$2K
Community Conservation Program Virginia Environmental Endowment · Foundation ~January · From $50K The Community Conservation Program provides funds for conservation initiatives focused on: All initiatives must be located within specified jurisdictions.	~January	From $50K
Training-based Workforce Development for Advanced Cyberinfrastructure U.S. National Science Foundation · Federal Jan 21, 2027 · Up to $1M This program seeks to prepare, nurture, and grow the national scientific research workforce for creating, utilizing, and supporting advanced cyberinfrastructure (CI) to enable and potentially transform fundamental science and engineering…	Jan 21, 2027	Up to $1M
Tribal Undergraduate to Graduate Research Training and Leadership Experiences (TURTLE) Program (UE5/T34) National Institutes of Health · Federal Jan 25, 2027 · Varies The purpose of the Tribal Undergraduate to Graduate Research Training and Leadership Experiences (TURTLE) program is to fund federally recognized American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) Tribes, tribal colleges or universities, Tribal health…	Jan 25, 2027	Varies
Tribal Undergraduate to Graduate Research Training and Leadership Experiences (TURTLE) Program (UE5/T32) National Institutes of Health · Federal Jan 25, 2027 · Varies The purpose of the Tribal Undergraduate to Graduate Research Training and Leadership Experiences (TURTLE) program is to fund federally recognized American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) Tribes, tribal colleges or universities, Tribal health…	Jan 25, 2027	Varies
Career-Technical Scholarship South Central Power Company Foundation · Foundation ~January · $1K	~January	$1K
Baer Reintegration Scholarship The Center for Reintegration · Foundation ~January · Varies The Sidney R. Baer, Jr. Foundation supports efforts of organizations working to stimulate education, research, and direct care in the mental health field.	~January	Varies
ATU International Scholarship Amalgamated Transit Union Local 241 · Foundation ~January · $2K – $5K	~January	$2K – $5K
New Futures Scholars Program New Futures · Foundation ~January · Up to $8K New Futures propels underserved young adults in the Washington, D.C. region toward rewarding, sustainable careers by helping them earn community college degrees and professional certifications in high-demand fields.	~January	Up to $8K
GHMCEF Workforce Bound Scholarship Grandview Heights Marble Cliff Education Foundation · Foundation ~February · Varies New in 2025, these scholarships specifically support workforce bound students. The Workforce Bound award recognizes students who model forward thinking—choosing hands-on, experience-driven, and career-focused paths after high school.	~February	Varies
Jeffrey D. Ralston Memorial Scholarship Nassco Inc · Foundation ~February · $2K Supports new and developing professionals pursuing careers in underground infrastructure and trenchless technology through higher education.	~February	$2K
Upstream Fund (via Adirondack Community Foundation's Generous Acts) Hudson Headwaters Health Network · Foundation ~February · Varies A special donor-restricted fund that supports community-based projects addressing food insecurity, housing insecurity, transportation, and other socioeconomic issues that impact health and wellbeing.	~February	Varies
Upstream Fund (Adirondack Community Foundation's Generous Acts) Hudson Headwaters Health Foundation Inc · Foundation ~February · Varies	~February	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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