Workforce Development Grants

Last updated October 28, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,658 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: 2,658; 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; 142 with a published date

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The Schneider Electric SkillPointe Scholarship Grant SkillPointe Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Schneider Electric SkillPointe Scholarship aims to close the skills gap in America by providing $3,000 scholarships to individuals pursuing careers in building automation and related fields.	Not published	$3K
Career Academy Incentive Fund (CAIF) Education · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP) Fund 1.5 Grant California Employment Training Panel · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP) Fund 1.5, funded by the California Employment Training Panel, offers up to $934,702 to enhance the skills of electricians in installing electric vehicle charging equipment.	Not published	Up to $300K
Support Ethiopia's Capacity to Meet International Health Regulations Requirements (360333) Grant FORECAST Dept. of Health & Human Services: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention · Foundation Not published · Varies The CDC has collaborated with Ethiopia since 2001 to enhance the nation's capacity to meet International Health Regulations.	Not published	Varies
Freedom to Dream Tuition Waiver 2.0 Del Mar College Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Freedom to Dream 2.0 provides tuition waivers for select Continuing Education pathways for students who are building college readiness. These programs allow students to earn industry credentials while preparing for college-level work.	Not published	Varies
Tech Skilling Grants - New Hire On-the-Job Training For-M Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to 50% of wages for up to 3 months Reimburses up to 50% of wages of newly hired tech employees for up to 3 months. Grant reduces onboarding costs while new employee gradually increases productive output.	Rolling	Up to 50% of wages for up to 3 months
Microelectronics and Nanomanufacturing Certificate Program (MNCP) Tompkins Cortland Community College Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies TC3 is one of seven community college partners across the country participating in an NSF-funded project to bring military veterans into the nanotechnology workforce.	Not published	Varies
2025-2026 Texas Strategic Compensation for Districts Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $800K The 2025-2026 Texas Strategic Compensation for Districts Grant, awarded by the Texas Education Agency, aims to assist school districts in moving towards a compensation model that rewards educators based on effectiveness rather than tenure.	Not published	$800K
Rural Family Medicine Residency Grant Program Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $400K The Rural Family Medicine Residency Grant Program, authorized by Minnesota Statute Sec. 144.1912, aims to support family medicine residency programs located outside the 7-county metropolitan area.	Not published	Up to $400K
Inspire Fellowship Program New York State Technology Enterprise Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Inspire Fellowship Program connects STEM students from local colleges and universities with real-life industry stakeholders in STEM fields to foster relationships, partnerships, and other real-world engagements.	Not published	Varies
Honolulu Community College Career and Technical Education Scholarship Pacific Fleet Submarine Memorial Assoc · Foundation Not published · $50K Scholarships are available for students enrolled in the following CTE programs at Honolulu Community College: Established in 2024, this scholarship program was created to support students pursuing high-demand trade careers essential to…	Not published	$50K
Opioid Workforce Innovation Fund Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Herbert Lehner Charitable Trust Vocational Scholarship Grant Educational Foundation of Lake County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Herbert Lehner Charitable Trust Vocational Scholarship supports Eustis, Mount Dora, or Tavares High School graduates pursuing vocational education at Lake Technical College.	Not published	Varies
Express Program - Jump-Start ESOL Training Commonwealth Corporation Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $15K Part of the Express Program specifically designed to help small businesses in Massachusetts quickly access ESOL training for employees.	Not published	$3K – $15K
Total Wireless + Empower Work: Working Students Pilot Grant Empower Work · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K The Total Wireless + Empower Work: Working Students Pilot Grant aims to support working students in Dallas, Detroit, and Chicago through grants ranging from $50,000 to $150,000.	Not published	$50K – $150K
MediWork$ Employ Milwaukee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies MediWork$ is an occupational skill development program providing eight weeks of healthcare administration career training at no cost to participants.	Not published	Varies
Careers in Technology Tuition Reimbursement Program Alexandria Economic Development Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · 50-90% of training costs The Alexandria/Arlington Regional Workforce Council reimburses local companies for their full-time, permanent staff who participate in technology certification programs.	Not published	50-90% of training costs
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) Maryland Department of Aging · State Not published · Varies As of July 1, 2016 the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is being administered by Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation.For more information please go directly to the DLLR webpage.	Not published	Varies
Jefferson Scholarships: Jefferson Jump-Start Grant Jefferson Community and Technical College · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jefferson Jump-Start Grant, offered by Jefferson Community and Technical College, aims to support new students by covering their remaining tuition balance after other financial aids are applied.	Not published	Varies
Guarantee Your Future with Freeport Program Grant Education Forward Arizona · Foundation Not published · Varies Education Forward Arizona, in partnership with Freeport-McMoRan, is launching a scholarship program aimed at providing education and training in critical technical fields.	Not published	Varies
North Central Michigan CF: Community Impact Grants Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · Varies A portion of funds awarded during the Community Impact grant cycle is set aside specifically for programs addressing health for youth under the age of 18 and senior citizens, as well as broad reaching, community wide health-related…	Not published	Varies
George E. Myers (GEM) Scholarship Defense Credit Union Council Inc · Foundation Not published · $218K Provide funds for volunteers, management, and/or staff of DCUC member credit unions interested in furthering their credit union education, knowledge, and leadership skills. Natalie Rogers, DCUC Executive Assistant	Not published	$218K
Jonathan E. Clark Scholarship Fund Grant Hartford Foundation for Public Giving · Foundation Not published · $2K The Jonathan E. Clark Scholarship Fund, established by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, aims to support students pursuing trades through community colleges or technical schools.	Not published	$2K
Women for Women Grant The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The Women for Women Grant aims to enhance the lives of women and girls in Western North Carolina through collective giving.	Not published	Up to $35K

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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 2,658 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 2,658 grants listed, 109 accept applications on a rolling basis, 142 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, 46% 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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