Last updated June 14, 2026
There are currently 2,696 active workforce development grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from 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.
Duke Energy: Ohio: Local Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Duke Energy Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: December 28, 2024 Summary The Duke Energy Foundation offers Local…
Duke Energy: South Carolina: Local Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Duke Energy Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Duke Energy Foundation offers…
Duluth Builders Exchange Apprenticeship Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Duluth Builders…
Duluth Builders Exchange Legacy Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The Duluth Builders…
Duluth Building & Construction Trades Council Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Duluth…
Dunkirk Area Labor Council Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary Overview Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation…
E. Gordon Grau Coastal and Marine Resource Management and Policy Fellowship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai‘i Sea Grant Amount: US $65,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The E.…
E2 Energy to Educate Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Constellation Energy Resources Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: August 18, 2025 Summary The E2 Energy to Educate Grant, offered by…
Eagles Soar Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary Overview Eagles Soar Scholarship Fund Tribute: The…
Early Care & Education Funders Collaborative Status: Active, ongoing program Geographic Scope: Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia region Focus Areas: - Early care and education system…
Early Career Talent Development General Application Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Negro College Fund Inc Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary Overview Early Career Talent Development General…
Early Childhood Education Apprenticeship Program Overview: Early childhood educators who work at least 25 hours/week providing care to infants and pre-school aged children can earn a no-cost Child…
Early Childhood Education Pre-Apprenticeship Program Overview: A FREE opportunity designed to help high school and CTE (Career and Technical Education) students continue with higher education, access…
Early College Health Sciences Programs Funder: Mother Cabrini Health Foundation (via Iroquois Healthcare Association) Status: Active - ongoing program with 2026 grant cycle funding announced…
Early Talent Opportunity Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Negro College Fund Inc Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary Overview Early Talent Opportunity Program The UNCF Early Talent…
EAS Carpenters Scholarship Fund Overview: The Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters operates a scholarship fund to provide financial assistance to children and grandchildren of Union…
Eastern Oregon Border Board Ready Workforce Mobilization Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: January 01, 2025 Summary The Eastern…
Eastern Oregon Border Board Scott Fairley Memorial Edge Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The Eastern…
Easy Day Foundation Grant Program Funder: Easy Day Foundation (NV, US) Website: easyday.org Focus Areas The foundation supports veteran-focused initiatives across three core pillars: - Mental Health…
EBCF: Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Eastern Bank Foundation Amount: US $50,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: February 09, 2026 Summary The Eastern Bank Foundation provides Impact Grants aimed at…
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.
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.
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.