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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Google STAR Fiber-Optics Project Listed by Dallas County Local Workforce Development Board · Foundation Not published · Varies A phased, multi-level training program designed to upskill underrepresented job seekers in the fiber-optics trade, with funding from Google.	Not published	Varies
RIPS Regions IPS Trainers Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Foundation Not published · $360K The RIPS Regions IPS Trainers program, initiated by the Illinois Department of Human Services, aims to support agencies in implementing Individual Placement and Support (IPS) programs across the state.	Not published	$360K
Industry Certifications Awards Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Grant program providing reimbursement and awards for industry certification programs in Kentucky schools, with guidance documents and reimbursement guides available.	Not published	Varies
Vocational Rehabilitation Services State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies To provide leadership and support in promoting the employment, economic self-sufficiency, and independence of individuals with disabilities.	Not published	Varies
Diverse Teacher Pipeline Grants Center for Black Educator Development · Foundation Not published · $500K Center for Black Educator Development (Philadelphia, PA) makes annual, nationally competitive Diverse Teacher Pipeline Grants (~$500k/yr, ~8 org awards) to organizations diversifying the teacher workforce.	Not published	$500K
Respiratory Therapist Program Morton Plant Mease Health Care Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K Employment of respiratory therapists is projected to grow 23% from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations. There is currently a significant shortage of Respiratory Therapists throughout Morton Plant Mease hospitals.	Not published	$20K
One-Stop Operator Contract Workforce Development Board WORK4WV Region 1 Inc · Foundation Not published · $200K	Not published	$200K
Enterprise Zone Job Training Tax Credit Apprenticeship Funding · State Not published · 12% of eligible job training costs State income tax credit helping businesses develop and retain a skilled workforce.	Not published	12% of eligible job training costs
Eagles Soar Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies The scholarship was established by the Golden Eagle Club, Inc. in 2021. It is comprised of graduates of Hokes Bluff High School that have been out of school for 50 plus years.	Not published	Varies
Talent Pipeline Development Elevate 215 · Foundation Not published · Varies One of three primary investment approaches used by Elevate 215. The program addresses critical teacher and school leader shortages in Philadelphia through pipeline development initiatives.	Not published	Varies
NJ Women and Minority Veterans in Construction Trades Grant Program New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $1.5M The NJ Women and Minority Veterans in Construction Trades Grant Program aims to eliminate economic barriers for women and minority veterans by providing essential training and support for employment in construction trades.	Not published	Up to $1.5M
2Gen Parent Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Sarasota CO Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The 2Gen Parent Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, supports low-income parents from four Title 1 Elementary Schools in Sarasota County.	Not published	Varies
Municipal Workforce Learning Lab Grant Georgia Municipal Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Municipal Workforce Learning Lab, initiated by the National League of Cities in partnership with the American Institutes for Research, aims to tackle workforce challenges faced by city governments.	Not published	Varies
California Workforce Development Board High Road Training Partnership Resilient Workforce Program (CWDB HRTP RWP) Health Improvement Partnership of Santa Cruz County · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Regional Investment Initiative - Implementation Phase Grant Labor and Workforce Development Agency · Foundation Not published · $500K The Regional Investment Initiative's Implementation Phase aims to support California's disadvantaged communities by funding economic development projects that align with regional Jobs First Strategies.	Not published	$500K
Golden Leaf Scholarships Blue Ridge Community College Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500	Not published	Up to $500
Wyoming County Community Fund Grant Beckley Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wyoming County Community Fund, managed by the Beckley Area Foundation, supports local residents pursuing higher education at specific institutions.	Not published	Varies
Technical Skills Training Grant ND Department of Commerce · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation: Program Grants - Jobs The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation The Weinberg Foundation fulfills its mission of meeting the basic needs of people experiencing poverty by providing grants across five focus areas that serve a range of populations, primarily…	Not published	Varies
Tech Skilling Grants - Incumbent Worker Training/Upskilling For-M Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $5K Directly pays up to $5K of credential-related training costs for incumbent employees. Grant applies to upskilling done in-house or with an external skilling provider.	Rolling	Up to $5K
FAMA Grant Fund Fire Apparatus Manufacturers Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The FAMA Grant Fund is facilitated on an annual basis by FAMA's Education-Scholarship Committee. Award of grants is conditional upon board notification that the fund will award a scholarship in a given calendar year.	Not published	Varies
Professional Development Programs & Emergency Assistance (General) Another Round Another Rally · Foundation Ongoing · Varies Another Round Another Rally provides comprehensive financial and educational resources for hospitality industry workers, including scholarships, professional development, and emergency assistance programs.	Ongoing	Varies
American Water Charitable Foundation Workforce Readiness and STEM Education Grant American Water Charitable Foundationinc · Foundation Not published · Varies American Water Charitable Foundation Workforce Readiness and STEM Education Grant — competitive grants to nonprofit organizations supporting workforce-readiness and STEM education in American Water communities; the 2024 program awarded a…	Not published	Varies
MA Repay: MassHealth Primary Care Student Loan Repayment Program Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Support primary care providers serving MassHealth and uninsured patients by offering student loan repayment to improve access to primary care services and address workforce shortages.	Not published	Up to $100K

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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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