Last updated June 13, 2026
There are currently 2,698 active workforce development grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and 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.
Childcare Workforce Investment Grants Focus: Funding to support early childhood centers to invest in and retain qualified staff Status (2026): Applications close June 2026 Contact:…
Choose Aerospace SkillPointe Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: SkillPointe Foundation Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Choose Aerospace SkillPointe Scholarship…
Cincinnati State Technical College Scholarship Organization: Spirit of Construction Foundation in partnership with Cincinnati State Technical College Geographic Scope: Cincinnati, Ohio area Focus…
Circle of Caring Scholarship Program Overview: A workforce development initiative created by Pardee Hospital Foundation to support UNC Health Pardee employees in their pursuit of continued education…
Ciro and Kim Toma Community Service Scholarship Geographic Scope: Amador County, CA Focus Areas: Community service and vocational/trade education Eligibility: - Students who have excelled in…
CIT (Counselor-in-Training) Program Scholarships Funder: Oakland Parks and Recreation Foundation Geographic Scope: Oakland, CA Program Focus: Youth leadership development and workforce pipeline…
Citizens Grants: Workforce Development Status: ACTIVE Funder: Citizens Charitable Foundation Last Updated: April 25, 2025 Summary The Citizens Charitable Foundation offers grants focused on Workforce…
Citizens Philanthropic Foundation Grant: Workforce Development Status: ACTIVE Funder: Citizens Philanthropic Foundation Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Citizens Philanthropic Foundation…
Clare Jean Siegel Memorial Scholarship Overview: Bailey's Cafe is the fiscal sponsor for the Clare Jean Siegel Memorial Scholarship, established in memory of Clare Jean Siegel, the younger sister of…
Clean Energy Career Awareness Program: Teaching Resources & Educator Training (RFP 6118) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) Amount: Up to…
Clean Energy Partnership: Residential Energy Efficiency Workforce Training Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Governor's Energy Office (GEO) Amount: US $100,000 - US $450,000 Last Updated: March 20,…
Clean Water Workforce Capacity Development (CWWCD) Block Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Watersheds United Vermont Amount: Up to US $35,000 Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The Clean Water Workforce…
Funding opportunity under the Environmental Bond Act supporting clean water, clean air, and green jobs initiatives.
Clear Outcomes Partnership Grants Funder: Strada Education Foundation Inc Focus Area: Clear Outcomes - State data systems Overview: Strada's Clear Outcomes team has partnered with the Postsecondary…
Climate Action Fellowship Program Overview: Green Umbrella's Climate Action Fellowship program pairs undergraduate and graduate students, and individuals seeking to pivot careers into sustainability,…
Climate Catalysts Innovation Fund Funder: Vermont Council on Rural Development (VCRD) Status: Active program with multiple rounds of funding Geographic Scope: Vermont statewide Focus Areas: -…
Climate Catalysts Leadership Program Funder: Vermont Council on Rural Development (VCRD) Status: Active program Geographic Scope: Vermont statewide Focus Areas: - Leadership development for local…
Climate Fund Funder: CIV:LAB Inc Status: Active since 2022 Geographic Scope: Currently active in New York City, Michigan, and LA County Focus Areas: - Place-based climate education - Climate…
Climate Justice Fellowship (NY) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) Amount: US $40,000 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The Climate…
Climate-Critical Workforce Training, Equipment & Infrastructure Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) Amount: US $50,000 - US $800,000 Last Updated: February…
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.
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.
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.