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 federal 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.

2,698 grants
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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…

Up to US $5,000,000
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…

$20,000 annual funding to support four or more organizations
ROAD RUNNERS CLUB OF AMERICA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Coaching Scholarship Fund Overview: The RRCA Coaching Scholarship Fund provides financial support to organizations seeking to improve access to the RRCA's Coaching Certification Program for people…

Coastal Bend Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Coastal Bend Shrm Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Coastal Bend Community Foundation Amount: US $100 - US $16,000 Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Coastal Bend Shrm Scholarship,…

Cobb County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cobb County Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cobb County Last Updated: March 08, 2026 Summary Overview Background CSBG funding supports projects that: Lessen poverty in…

FAA-COE-TTHP · September 30, 2026 Federal

COE for Technical Training and Human Performance COE for Technical Training and Human Performance Details - Agency: FAA-COE-TTHP - Department: Department of Transportation - Opportunity #: TTHP -…

Arkansas Space Grant Consortium · Rolling / Open Foundation

Collaborative Research Program (CRP) - Faculty Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Space Grant Consortium Amount: Up to US $90,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The Collaborative Research…

Arkansas Space Grant Consortium · Rolling / Open Foundation

Collaborative Research Program (CRP) - Student Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Space Grant Consortium Amount: Up to US $90,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The Arkansas Space Grant…

Over $1.2 million annually
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Collaboratory Scholarships Overview: Annual scholarship awards providing vital financial support to students in Southwest Florida pursuing education and skills aligned with the region's most…

UNITED WAY OF HALL COUNTY INC · June 26, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Collective Impact Grant Funder: United Way of Hall County Inc Geographic Scope: Hall County, Georgia Grant Period: January 1, 2027 - December 31, 2027 (one-year grant period) Purpose: To address…

BLUE CROSS & BLUE SHIELD OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Letter of Intent - We accept Letters of Intent forms on a quarterly basis. Letters of Intent should outline the project, its partners, a brief statement of need, indicators and…

Up to US $300,000
District of Columbia Department of Employment Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

College Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: District of Columbia Department of Employment Services Amount: Up to US $300,000 Last Updated: April 21, 2025 Summary The College Fellowship Program…

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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