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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Going PRO Talent Fund (GPTF) Mid Michigan College Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Offered by the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity, this competitive grant program provides funding to help employers train and retain employees. Mid Michigan College is an approved Going PRO Training Partner.	Not published	Varies
Core Grants Iowa Women's Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K Core Grants support organizations across Iowa working to break down barriers that keep women and girls from achieving economic self-sufficiency. Awards are distributed annually to multiple grantees.	Not published	$100K
PioneerCare Center Loan Repayment Program Pioneer Home Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies This program reimburses monthly, quarterly, or annual student loan payments for eligible nursing graduates who continue employment with PioneerCare.	Not published	Varies
JSF Indigenous Peoples Grant Program Theodore R and Vivian M · Foundation Not published · Varies The JSF Indigenous Peoples Grant Program is dedicated to fostering economic development in Indigenous communities through entrepreneurship and business education.	Not published	Varies
Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI) Victor Valley College Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Metallica Scholars Initiative is a prestigious workforce initiative providing student scholarships for participants seeking industry-recognized certifications in Career Technical Education (CTE).	Not published	$5K
Community Investment Fund - Graham County (AZ)/ Globe- Miami (AZ) & Green valley + Sauharita (AZ) Grant Freeport McMoran Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $80K Community Investment Funds (CIFs) have been established in communities near our operations in Colorado, New Mexico and southeastern Arizona.	Not published	Up to $80K
TLA: Exponential Learning Initiative Grant Program The Learning Accelerator · Foundation Not published · Varies The Learning Accelerator (TLA) invites network applications for its Exponential Learning Initiative, which seeks to advance the scaling of high-quality, virtually supported approaches to K-12 learning acceleration at the core of learning.	Not published	Varies
Community Impact Grants The United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Our review committee will evaluate all Initial Applications (see pre-proposal deadline) and recommend a select number to be invited to the Full Proposal stage._ United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania funds community partners…	Not published	Varies
Title III Grant Lurleen B Wallace Community College Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Lurleen B. Wallace Community College (LBWCC) is a public two-year college accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.	Not published	Varies
Stebnitz Builders, Inc. Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Stebnitz Builders, Inc. Scholarship, managed by the Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, supports graduating seniors from Walworth County high schools pursuing trade-related fields.	Not published	Varies
Swans Island Education Achievement Trust Fund Grant Maine Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Swans Island Education Achievement Trust Fund, established in 1997 by the Maine Community Foundation, offers scholarship support to non-traditional residents of Swans Island pursuing further education beyond high school.	Not published	Varies
IDHS Employment Barrier Reduction Fund Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Foundation Not published · $3M The IDHS Employment Barrier Reduction Fund Grant aims to alleviate financial and logistical challenges faced by low-income individuals in Illinois.	Not published	$3M
Morris Auto Parts 101 Scholarship Fund Grant The Foundation for Enhancing Communities · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Morris Auto Parts 101 Scholarship Fund, established by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities, supports motivated students in automotive trade programs in Philadelphia County.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Wisconsin Builders Foundation Scholarships Wisconsin Builders Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $20K Scholarships to support students pursuing higher education in the building trades, addressing the critical workforce shortage in the residential building industry.	Not published	$20K
Wall Street Exchange Program (WSE) FWA of New York Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A prestigious career development program designed to augment and complement the summer internship experience for upper-level college students.	Not published	Varies
Allegheny County: Community Development Block Grant Allegheny County · Foundation Not published · $50K The Allegheny County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program supports vital community development projects aimed at benefiting low- to moderate-income individuals.	Not published	$50K
VFCCE-Walmart Workforce Certification Exam Scholarship Listed by Jsargeant Reynolds Community College Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $200 A scholarship program through a partnership with Walmart and the Virginia Foundation for Community College Education (VFCCE) that reimburses students for passing industry certification exams required for licensure and job requirements.	Rolling	Up to $200
Market Managers Scholarship Rural Action Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $350 Rural Action awards scholarships for market managers in Appalachian Ohio to gain professional development through attending conferences, registering for online courses, or attending trainings to learn knowledge and skills related to…	Rolling	Up to $350
Greenhouse Creative Waco · Foundation Not published · Varies Six months of business training, mentoring, and potential funding to help artists grow sustainable ventures in the creative sector.	Not published	Varies
Stine Healthcare Education Loan Valley County Health System Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The educational loan funds are for students who are pursuing their studies in a chosen medical field.	Rolling	Varies
Adult Education & Literacy Redistribution Grant NH Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies The Office of Adult Education in the New Hampshire Department of Education (NHED), Bureau of Career Development, is seeking applications from WIOA-approved Adult Education & Literacy (AEL) programs in the state of New Hampshire for grant…	Not published	Varies
Wireless Futures Program Wireless Infrastructure Association Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A new national initiative of the WIA Foundation designed to connect qualified undergraduate and graduate students with companies across the communications and wireless infrastructure industry for paid internship and cooperative learning…	Not published	Varies
Steve O'Connor EMS Scholarship Southern Region Emergency Medical Services Council Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarship to assist EMS providers with education.	Not published	Varies
North Carolina State Employees' Credit Union Scholarships Blue Ridge Community College Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $750 This scholarship provides short-term training to increase employability for qualifying students in continuing education programs. Transylvania County NCWorks Career Center	Not published	$750

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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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