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.

2,734 grants
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Northeast Missouri Electric Power Coop · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career & Technical Education (CTE) Impact Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northeast Missouri Electric Power Coop Amount: Up to US $250,000 Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The Career &…

GRANT COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INCORPORATED · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Career & Technical Education Scholarship Eligibility: Any senior graduating from Ulysses High School and planning to attend a technical or vocational school Focus Areas: Pursuing a career in: -…

NH Dept of Education · April 17, 2026 State

Career & Technical Education, Access Grant The Office of Career and Technical Education within the New Hampshire Department of Education’s Bureau of Career Development is seeking applications from…

Washington State Opportunity Foundation (WSOS) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career & Technical Scholarship (CTS) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington State Opportunity Foundation (WSOS) Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The Career & Technical…

Education · Rolling / Open State

Career Academy Incentive Fund (CAIF) Details - Category: Education - Award Range: Not Applicable - Project Dates: 07/01/2020 - 06/30/2051 - Recurring: No

Kiwanis Club of Roanoke Va Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Awards Program Funder: Kiwanis Club of Roanoke, Virginia Purpose: Assist and celebrate Roanoke County and Roanoke City high school CTE students that are…

Approximately $3,500 per academic year; renewable up to 4 years
MARINE CORPS SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Scholarships Overview: The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation's CTE scholarship program funds students pursuing nondegree certificate programs and vocational…

North Carolina Department of Public Instruction · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career and Technical Education Grade Expansion Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Amount: Up to US $65,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The…

THE CONSORTIUM OF FLORIDA EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Career Catalyst Grant Funder: Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation (administered through Consortium of Florida Education Foundations) Award Amount: $100,000 Geographic Scope: Florida Program Overview A…

South Carolina Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career Cluster Partnership Program Competitive Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Carolina Department of Education Amount: More than US $150,000 Last Updated: June 16, 2025 Summary The Career Cluster…

WASHINGTON STATE STEM EDUCATION FDTN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career Connect Washington - Career Launch Program Funder: Washington State STEM Education Foundation (in coordination with ESD 123) Overview: Funding to provide educational institutions with new…

Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career Connected Learning — Program Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Amount: US $25,000 Last Updated: November 19, 2025 Summary…

Frequently Asked Questions

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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