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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WATERSHEDS UNITED VERMONT INC · April 10, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Clean Water Workforce Capacity Development Grant (CWWCD) Purpose: Builds capacity in under-resourced entities to increase their ability to engage in more clean water projects, engage in more complex…

STRADA EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

GREEN UMBRELLA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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,…

VERMONT COUNCIL ON RURAL DEVELOPMENT INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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: -…

VERMONT COUNCIL ON RURAL DEVELOPMENT INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Climate Catalysts Leadership Program Funder: Vermont Council on Rural Development (VCRD) Status: Active program Geographic Scope: Vermont statewide Focus Areas: - Leadership development for local…

CIV LAB INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

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…

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Climate-Smart Commodities _Strengthening Grassroots Leadership & Capacity to Scale Climate-Smart Systems and Facilitate Historically Underserved Producers' Access to Markets_ Background NACD…

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The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Climatetech Careers Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) Amount: Up to US $5,000,000 Last Updated: June 11, 2025 Summary The Climatetech Careers Fund…

Greater Salina Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cloud Ceramics Masonry Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary Overview Our mission is to enhance quality of life, today…

The Clowes Fund Incorporated · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clowes Fund: Indianapolis Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Clowes Fund Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Clowes Fund, based in Indianapolis, provides grants focusing…

The Clowes Fund Incorporated · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clowes Fund: New England - Maine Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Clowes Fund Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Clowes Fund provides critical support to…

The Clowes Fund Incorporated · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clowes Fund: New England - Massachusetts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Clowes Fund Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The Clowes Fund focuses on supporting…

The Clowes Fund Incorporated · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clowes Fund: New England - New Hampshire Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Clowes Fund Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Clowes Fund supports socioeconomically…

The Clowes Fund Incorporated · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clowes Fund: New England - Vermont Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Clowes Fund Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: September 15, 2025 Summary The Clowes Fund focuses on supporting socioeconomically…

CENTRAL MINNESOTA JOBS AND TRAINING · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

CMJTS Registered Apprenticeship Development Funder: Minnesota Department of Economic and Employment Development Amount: $29,834 Status: Awarded December 2025 Geographic Scope: Central Minnesota Focus…

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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