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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ABNY FOUNDATION INC · May 31, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

ABNY Foundation Grant Program Geographic Scope: Five boroughs of New York City Funder: The ABNY Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) organization Funding Priority Areas: Economic Opportunity - Programs…

US $5,000 - US $10,000
ABNY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

ABNY Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Abny Foundation Inc Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The ABNY Foundation Grants aim to enhance economic opportunity…

US $15,000 - US $20,000
ANNA B STEARNS CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

ABSC Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Anna B Stearns Charitable Foundation Inc Amount: US $15,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The Anna B. Stearns Charitable Foundation…

TRAVELERS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: If you have not received funding from Travelers in the past but believe your organization qualifies for funding according to our guidelines, please send an inquiry email to the…

ASSOCIATION FOR COMMUNITY AFFILIATED · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

ACAP Scholarship Program Funder: Association for Community Affiliated Plans (ACAP), supported by Altruista Health Award Amount: $5,000 (one scholarship annually) Established: 2011 Geographic Scope:…

Mitacs · Rolling / Open Foundation

Accelerate Entrepreneur Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mitacs Amount: C $15,000 Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Applicants should first connect with their local Mitacs Advisor to…

Up to US $75,000
District of Columbia Mayor’s Office of Returning Citizens Affairs · Rolling / Open Foundation

Access to Jobs Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: District of Columbia Mayor’s Office of Returning Citizens Affairs Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: September 21, 2025 Summary The Access to Jobs…

ADAMS COUNTY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE:  The CEG application will go live on April 25th on the eCivis platform, closing on May 25th. _ Community Enrichment Grant History The Community Enrichment Grant (CEG) funding was…

THE ACHELIS & BODMAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Achelis and Bodman Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Achelis and Bodman Foundation Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Achelis and Bodman Foundation, established in 2015, focuses on…

Full tuition, materials, and lodging covered
PUERTO RICO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

ACPR-Guayacán Fellowship Administered by: Puerto Rico Community Foundation Inc (FCPR) Partner Organizations: - Asociación de Constructores de Puerto Rico (ACPR) - Grupo Guayacán, Inc. (GGI) - Babson…

Up to US $20,000
AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation

ACS PrepareCTP Seed Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Chemical Society Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: March 09, 2025 Summary The ACS PrepareCTP Seed Grant supports partnership building at…

IROQUOIS HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Acute Care Training Program Funder: Mother Cabrini Health Foundation (via Iroquois Healthcare Association) Status: Active - Program renewed and expanded (started January 2021, extended through 2022)…

Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Adam Liepinis Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary Overview Scholarships are available to…

CAMBRIDGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Adas Family Scholarship Award Amount: $1,000 Geographic Scope: Cambridge High School graduates, Cambridge, Wisconsin Eligibility: - Graduating seniors from Cambridge High School - Must enroll in a…

Beacon Health Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Administrative Fellowship Program Funder: Beacon Health System Geographic Scope: Beacon Health System locations (Michiana region - South Bend, Elkhart, and southern Michigan) Purpose: To develop…

Healthsource of Ohio Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Administrative Residency Organization: HealthSource of Ohio Inc Geographic Scope: Ohio (east of Cincinnati) Program Description: HealthSource's Administrative Residency provides a well-rounded…

THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Adrian Ramos Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Last Updated: October 03, 2025 Summary The Adrian Ramos Memorial Scholarship, offered by the…

EMPLOY MILWAUKEE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Adult and Dislocated Worker Programs (WIOA) Overview: WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker Programs provide access to career and training services that help achieve employment goals. Services include…

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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