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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The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program Grant Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program aims to enhance economic mobility and social progress in low- and moderate-income communities through partnerships with nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Trey Henry Phillips Memorial Scholarship Faith Family Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides financial assistance to Faith Family Academy high school graduating seniors pursuing post-secondary education in the trade or technical fields.	Not published	Varies
Educated Workforce Pathway Planning Grant Michigan College Access Network · Foundation Not published · Varies Through the Educated Workforce Pathway Planning Grant, MCAN aims to support cross-sector community teams to lead the charge in their community to connect historically fragmented systems and dismantle the false dichotomy between college and…	Not published	Varies
Education Grants All Points North Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Veteran Employment Program Grant Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Veteran Employment Program (VEP) by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry aims to support veterans by addressing employment barriers.	Not published	Up to $200K
Enloe Employee Advancement Scholarship Grant North Valley Health Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies About the North Valley Health Education Foundation The North Valley Health Education Foundation (NVHEF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving health through education.	Not published	Varies
Fiesler's Service Award The John Tramontano Jr · Foundation Not published · Varies Award given in memory of Mike Gresh, recognizing exceptional service and performance in work-study programs.	Not published	Varies
Scholarship for SUCCESS (Scholarship for Underserved Clients Creating Empowering Solutions Successfully) World Services for the Blind · Foundation Not published · $8K The SUCCESS Fund provides access to comprehensive blindness skills training for candidates who are unable to be funded by their state's vocational rehabilitation agency.	Not published	$8K
Anchorum Master of Science in Nursing Scholarship Anchorum St Vincent · Foundation Not published · Up to $18K	Not published	Up to $18K
Rural Health Transformation Program Funding - Rural Federally Qualified Health Center Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $1.9M Rural Hospital Notice of Grant Opportunity; Rural Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) Notice of Grant Opportunity; Rural Tribal Nations Notice of Grant Opportunity; and Rural Certified Community Behavioral Health Centers/Community…	Not published	Up to $1.9M
RBC Foundation Grants - Minneapolis & St. Paul Metropolitan Area RBC Foundation - USA · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The RBC Foundation Grants prioritize support for youth-focused programs in the Minneapolis & St. Paul area, targeting ages 15-29.	Not published	Up to $15K
Huella and Martin Darling Vocational Scholarship Hot Springs County School District · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Prosperity Denver Fund Apprenticeship Funding · State Not published · Up to 75% reimbursement Financial reimbursement program for qualifying nonprofits serving Denver learners (Denver residents or Denver high school graduates) through apprenticeships or credentials. Reimburses up to 75% of training program costs.	Not published	Up to 75% reimbursement
Ken R. Flikkema Memorial Scholarship Grant Montana State University · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ken R. Flikkema Memorial Scholarship, offered by Montana State University, supports students enrolled in the Associate of Applied Science in Aviation program at Gallatin College.	Not published	Varies
GFO-25-901 - California Training for Residential Energy Contractors (CA-TREC) Grant California Energy Commission · Foundation Not published · $640K – $5M The GFO-25-901 program, administered by the California Energy Commission, aims to enhance the workforce for residential building electrification and efficiency training.	Not published	$640K – $5M
C4O Organizing Grant National Education Association Staff Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies The C4O Organizing Grant, offered by the National Education Association Staff Organization, supports collaborative strategic organizing projects.	Not published	Varies
Concurrent Enrollment Teaching Initiative Adams State University Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $100K The grant covers tuition costs for qualified educators throughout Colorado who wish to become concurrent enrollment instructors.	Not published	$100K
Alaska Nursing Expansion Initiative (U.S. Department of Labor Nursing Expansion Grant Program) Alaska Pacific University Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3.0M APU received this grant as one of 25 public-private partnerships across the United States.	Not published	$3.0M
AGC of Illinois Education Foundation Scholarship The Associated General Contractors of Illinois · Foundation Not published · Varies AGCI offers annual scholarships through its Education Foundation to support individuals in the construction industry.	Not published	Varies
AmeriCorps Concept Paper Grant Serve Wyoming · Foundation Not published · Up to $27K Together we can strengthen our communities. ServeWyoming is our State’s center for volunteerism and national service.	Not published	Up to $27K
Build Your Future Summer Program AGC of Washington Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Economic Freedom: Workforce Development Grant Opportunity Colorado Gives Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Economic Freedom: Workforce Development Grant Opportunity, offered by the Colorado Gives Foundation, aims to enhance job market adaptability for Jefferson County residents.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Idaho LAUNCH College of Western Idaho Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $4K – $8K	Not published	$4K – $8K
Manufacturing Academy - Youth Pre-Apprenticeship South Central Workforce Development Council · Foundation Not published · Varies An 11-week pre-apprenticeship program that provides foundational skills and credentials to enter formal apprenticeship. Managed by AJAC in partnership with South Central Workforce.	Not published	Varies

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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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