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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AJC One-Stop Operator Contract Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Workforce Development Scholarship National Assn of State Departments of Agriculture Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K To aid students with up-front costs that can arise with accepting an internship or job in the agriculture industry.	Not published	$1K
CCR&R SRTC Workforce Echo Grant Agenda for Children · Foundation Not published · $1K The CCR&R SRTC Workforce Echo Grant aims to support childcare providers in Louisiana by offering workforce retention funds.	Not published	$1K
AgVets Apprenticeship Program (Veterans Farming Through Adversity) Farmer Veteran Coalition · Foundation Not published · Varies A national partnership between Farmer Veteran Coalition and four (4) certified agricultural training and apprenticeship programs.	Not published	Varies
Health Hub Technical Assistance Provider Grant Iowa Health and Human Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $6M The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) # COMPADM26002 is to solicit applications that will enable the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (referred to as Agency) to select the most qualified applicant to provide technical…	Not published	Up to $6M
Next Generation Public Health Pathways Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $20K – $75K The Next Generation Public Health Pathways Grant, funded by the Minnesota Department of Health, allocates $276,457 to enhance career pathways in governmental public health.	Not published	$20K – $75K
Career & Technical Scholarship (CTS) Grant Washington State Opportunity Foundation (WSOS) · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Career & Technical Scholarship (CTS) is a vital initiative by the Washington State Opportunity Foundation, providing up to $1,500 per quarter to support Washington residents pursuing associate degrees, certificates, or apprenticeships…	Not published	Up to $2K
Minnesota Teamsters Construction Apprenticeship Training Program International Brotherhood of Teamsters · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
National Scholarship and Trades Stipend Program ACE Mentor Los Angeles Metropolitan Area Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognizes outstanding ACE students who demonstrate exceptional commitment, leadership, and a clear passion for pursuing careers in the design and construction industry.	Not published	Varies
Starbucks Workers Fund Listed by Coworker Solidarity Fund · Foundation Not published · $3K Worker activists and organizers use stipends to cover: Beyond cash stipends, recipients receive:	Not published	$3K
Barry Taniguchi Health Professions Subsidy Program Hawaii State Rural Health Association · Foundation Not published · Varies A legacy program created to support and develop access to high quality healthcare close to home instead of needing to fly off island for basic care and follow up healthcare services.	Not published	Varies
Economic Catalyst Grant Program The Golden Leaf Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to US $500,000 The Economic Catalyst Grant Program, administered by The Golden LEAF Foundation, supports economic development projects aimed at job creation in tobacco-dependent and economically distressed areas.	Not published	Up to US $500,000
MIOSHA MIWISH Grants (Workplace Improvement to Safety and Health Grant Program) Great Lakes Safety Training Center · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants available for small businesses in Michigan to purchase safety and health-related equipment and training that will provide a safer and healthier work environment and reduce the risk of injury and illness to workers.	Not published	Varies
Essentia Health Community Grant Graceville Health Center · Foundation Rolling · Varies Essentia Health prioritizes contributions to non-profit organizations working to address social determinants of health in four key priority areas: Requests for funding are reviewed on a rolling basis. Allow at least 90 days for a response.	Rolling	Varies
Youth Philanthropy Board Grant– Sussex County Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Philanthropy Board Grant in Sussex County aims to support nonprofits that enhance family success, particularly for at-risk families facing mental health challenges, violence, and food insecurity.	Not published	Varies
Technical Education Equipment Grant Wisconsin Fast Forward · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The Wisconsin Fast Forward Grants aim to support workforce development by funding technical education equipment for high school students in advanced manufacturing and construction.	Not published	$5K – $100K
Fellowship Training Award Grant Rheumatology Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Fellowship Training Award by the Rheumatology Research Foundation aims to enhance the rheumatology workforce by supporting fellows in ACGME-accredited training programs.	Not published	Up to $150K
Veterans Assistance Grant Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Veterans Assistance Grant (VAG) supports the health and well-being of Colorado veterans through services like mental health, job training, and housing assistance.	Not published	Up to $100K
First Financial Foundation Grants First Financial Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The First Financial Foundation, established in 2017, aims to enhance local communities through targeted grants.	Not published	Varies
Yavapai College Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP) Aid Low Income Student Aid Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Low Income Student Aid Inc (LISA) provides financial assistance to Verde Valley and Sedona high school students taking college-level classes in high-demand trades at Yavapai College's Clarkdale campus.	Not published	Varies
FY27 480-20-3968 Smart Start Illinois Early Childhood Apprenticeship – Pilot Early Childhood · State Not published · Varies The field of early childhood education (ECE) is facing a workforce crisis that can ultimately have a negative impact on child care programs and the children and families they serve.	Not published	Varies
SFFI: Impact Investments Grant Schlecht Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Schlecht Family Foundation Inc is committed to transforming communities in Dane County and rural Wisconsin through innovative support for organizations.	Not published	Varies
Patrick Adas Memorial Scholarship Cambridge Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K	Not published	$1K
JPF Memorial Grants The Jacques Pepin Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K Support graduates of JPF-supported culinary training programs to continue their culinary journeys and pursue their professional goals.	Not published	$3K – $5K

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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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