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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Create Healthy Adult Learner Scholarship Create Healthy Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Create Healthy supports working adults who want to change careers or advance in their existing healthcare careers, and applications can be completed and submitted at any time.	Rolling	Varies
Business Growth Accelerator Bridgeway Capital Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A comprehensive support program for entrepreneurs offering expert-driven education, coaching, and business-building services at no cost to participants.	Not published	Varies
WMF: Annual Grants Wellington Management Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Foundation will not be considering new organizations for Annual Grants in 2025.	Not published	Varies
Beyond Grant — Advancing Career and Educational Success Beyond K-12 California Education Assistance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
The Builders Association Scholarship Program The Builders Association of Eastern Ohio & Western Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual scholarship program for students pursuing careers in the construction industry and skilled trades.	Not published	Varies
PPL: Empowering Communities Grants PPL Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $50K The PPL Foundation's Empowering Communities Grants provide up to $50,000 to support initiatives that enhance education, workforce development, and community revitalization.	Not published	$3K – $50K
Office of Population Health Improvement, Community Health Workers Maryland Department of Health · State Not published · Varies The Office of Population Health Improvement houses the Community Health Worker (CHW) certification process, as well as the CHW certification training program accreditation process.	Not published	Varies
FFAR Fellows: Stipend + Professional Development Category Grant Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research · Foundation Not published · Up to $149K The FFAR Fellows Program offers professional development and leadership training for PhD students in food and agriculture sciences across the U.S. and Canada.	Not published	Up to $149K
Jack and Carol Kelly Scholarship Grant Community Foundation for SW Washington · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation for Southwest Washington The Community Foundation for Southwest Washington is a public charitable organization dedicated to strengthening communities across Southwest Washington by connecting people, resources, and…	Not published	Varies
Unemployment Insurance Application Assistance Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Free assistance with online claims for workers affected by job loss, reduced hours, or temporary unemployment due to economic hardship (including COVID-19 pandemic).	Not published	Varies
InspiRAYtion Grants Wright-Patt Credit Union Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
US Early Detection Fellowship Program Davos Alzheimer's Collaborative Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Darrell Wolf Trades Scholarship (within the Clintonville Area Foundation) Grant Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 The Darrell Wolf Trades Scholarship, established by the Clintonville Area Foundation, honors a self-taught machinist and 1982 Marion High School graduate.	Not published	$500
Automation Training Incentive Program Grant Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The Automation Training Incentive Program, offered by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), provides grants up to $35,000 to small businesses in manufacturing or skilled production.	Not published	Up to $35K
High Demand Job Training Grants Lubbock Economic Development Alliance · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K	Not published	Up to $150K
Routt County United Way Grant Cycle United Way of the Yampa Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Schedule a pre-qualification meeting with Routt County United Way._ We envision a county where all individuals and families achieve their human potential through access to education, opportunities to improve financial stability, and…	Not published	Varies
eMobility Grants Evolve Houston · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K Evolve Houston's eMobility Grants provide funding to help community leaders, nonprofits, and organizations launch projects that expand access to clean transportation in underserved neighborhoods.	Not published	Up to $15K
RDFC Grant (Rural Development Finance Corporation Grant) Cass County Electric Cooperative Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $3K	Not published	$2K – $3K
Quality Jobs Fund The New World Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100M The Quality Jobs Fund invests in job quality and not just job creation to support the development of strong and sustainable working class communities.	Not published	$100M
Trades Workforce Development Grant Patterson Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Trades Workforce Development Grant, offered by the Patterson Family Foundation, aims to support skill development in high-demand trades like HVAC, plumbing, and welding.	Not published	Varies
Opportunity Young Adult (OYA) Career Pathway Program Nextgen Climate America Inc · Foundation Not published · $1.8M	Not published	$1.8M
Cathy Geerlings Indomitable Spirit Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Cathy Geerlings Indomitable Spirit Scholarship Graduating senior or graduating early college student with substantial work history or record of volunteering who attends public, private, or home school in the primary service area of the…	Not published	Varies
ARC-TAC \| ARISE (Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies) Rural Health Redesign Center Organization Inc · Foundation Not published · $5M – $5.2M The RHRC currently works with over 200 rural hospitals across 39 states. The organization partners directly with states including Vermont and Pennsylvania to advance alternative payment strategies.	Not published	$5M – $5.2M
Human Services Careers Scholarship - MD DHS Salisbury University · State Not published · Varies TeamDHS is looking for committed rising high school seniors and current higher education students in Maryland to participate in our Pilot Program for Human Services Careers Scholarship.	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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