Workforce Development Grants

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.

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What workforce development grants are open right now?

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…

US $2,000 - US $20,000
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career Development Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association of University Women (AAUW) Amount: US $2,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: December 20, 2025 Summary The Career Development Grants,…

Up to $1,000 per completed credential
Careers in Construction Colorado · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Career Development Incentive Program (CDIP) Funder: Careers in Construction Colorado (Colorado state program) Program Name: Career Development Incentive Program (CDIP), also known as Career…

THE HEALTH COLLABORATIVE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Career Exploration Microgrants Funder: The Health Collaborative, supported by the Ohio Industry Sector Partnership (ISP) grant Status: Active program with inaugural recipients announced Geographic…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
California State Library · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career Online High School Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: California State Library Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: July 11, 2025 Summary The Career Online High School…

ED SNIDER YOUTH HOCKEY & EDUCATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career Pathways Fund Organization: Ed Snider Youth Hockey & Education Geographic Scope: Greater Philadelphia Region Program Description: Financial support program designed to empower alumni and…

EDVESTORS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career Pathways Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Edvestors Inc. Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary The Career Pathways Grant Program, funded by Edvestors Inc., aims to enhance career readiness…

Teshinsky Family Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Teshinsky Family Foundation Our Mission The Teshinsky Family Foundation (TFF) is a private Los Angeles-based philanthropic foundation started in 2006 dedicated to promoting personal liberty,…

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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