COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation
D.C. Everest Alumni Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The D.C. Everest Alumni Scholarship aims to…
Workforce Development Grants
Last updated June 14, 2026
There are currently 2,696 active workforce development grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state 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.
2,696 grants
State/ Foundation
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HUDSON VALLEY AGRI-BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT · Rolling / Open Foundation
Dairy Funding Accelerator Program (DFA) Purpose: Specialized Business Technical Assistance (BTA) training program for small-herd dairy farmers to expand operations through access to capital Eligible…
GRAND HAVEN AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Dake Community Manufacturing Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary Overview Scholarships Grand Haven Area Community…
Up to US $2,500
EAST TEXAS COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Dalton & Betty Jones Scholarship for Vo-Tech Study Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: October 10, 2025 Summary The Dalton & Betty…
THE DANIEL FOUNDATION OF ALABAMA · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE: To view the other grant priority areas for the Daniel Foundation of Alabama, please follow these links:_ * _[Health Grants]()_ * _[Education & Youth Grants]()_ * _[Arts, Culture…
SOUTHWEST AUTISM RESEARCH AND RESOURCE · Rolling / Open Foundation
Daniel Jordan Fiddle Scholarship Fund for Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorders Overview: A scholarship program established through collaboration between The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation and SARRC…
POWDER RIVER ENERGY CORPORATIONFOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Dar Hackworth Lineworker Scholarship Memorial Background: The scholarship was created in 2006 in memory of Dar Hackworth, an electrical lineworker with Garland Light & Power Company who became…
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE FOX VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Darrell Wolf Trades Scholarship (within the Clintonville Area Foundation) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Amount: US $500 Last Updated: January 06, 2026…
US $10,000
National Library of Medicine · Rolling / Open Foundation
Data Science Services Project Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Library of Medicine Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: June 29, 2025 Summary The Data Science Services Project Award is a…
ADVOCATE FOR TRUCK SAFETY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Dave Fons Memorial Fund Trucking Education Scholarships Funder: Advocate for Truck Safety / Dave Fons Memorial Fund Geographic Scope: Florida (FTBA CDL Training Program participants) Focus Areas:…
THE COUNCIL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Dave Oberkircher Future Leaders Fund Established: January 2018 Funder: The Council Foundation (501(c)(3) charitable and educational organization) Purpose: Crowdsource new ideas and backing from…
Up to $4,500
MICHIGAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE · Rolling / Open Foundation
Davenport University Talent Development Scholarship Overview: Partnership scholarship program for professional development and degree advancement for Michigan Chamber of Commerce member employees.…
GRAND HAVEN AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
David and Jinny Schultz Family Fund Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary Overview Scholarships Grand Haven Area…
$2,500 - $5,000
RI HOSPITALITY ASSOCIATION · November 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation
David DePetrillo Memorial Scholarship Overview: The David DePetrillo Memorial Scholarship was established in loving memory of David DePetrillo, former Chairman of the RI Hospitality Education…
US $1,200
THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
David Dupps Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: US $1,200 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The David Dupps Scholarship, established in 2017, supports…
NASSCO INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
David Magill Memorial Scholarship Purpose: Honors David Magill, a dedicated longtime NASSCO member, by supporting students pursuing education in trenchless technology and wastewater infrastructure at…
Up to US $200,000
King County Department of Community and Human Services · Rolling / Open Foundation
DCHS-Wide Human Services Workforce Stabilization Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: King County Department of Community and Human Services Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary…
Varies
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) · Rolling / Open Foundation
DCNR Circuit Rider Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The DCNR Circuit Rider Grant offers funding…
Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
Employment Development Department · June 18, 2026 State
Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) grant for Program Year 2026-27 The purpose of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) grant Program Year 2026-27 (PY 26-27) is to provide employment and training services to…
THE AMERICAN PUBLIC POWER ASSOCIATION · October 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation
DEED Educational Scholarships Overview Funder: American Public Power Association (APPA) Program: Demonstration of Energy & Efficiency Developments (DEED) - Educational Scholarships Website:…
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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