Workforce Development Grants

Last updated October 28, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,658 active workforce development grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, 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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EMERGENCY SERVICES and PUBLIC SAFETY – Rural Emergency Medical Services Training U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) · Federal Not published · Up to $30M Supports recruiting and training EMS workers who provide immediate emergency care, with a specific focus on serving individuals with substance use disorders and mental health conditions.	Not published	Up to $30M
RFP- Vermont AmeriCorps State Grant SerVermont · Foundation Not published · Varies The AmeriCorps State 2026 Competition in Vermont invites applications for funding programs operating in the 2026-2027 Program Year.	Not published	Varies
Community College Gap Assistance Program (NE) Grant Nebraska's Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community College Gap Assistance Program in Nebraska provides financial aid to low-income students enrolled in non-credit or under-credited programs that are not eligible for Pell Grants.	Not published	Varies
Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act Dept of State Funding · State Not published · Varies Funding opportunity under the Environmental Bond Act supporting clean water, clean air, and green jobs initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Regional Training Innovation Grant Michigan Manufacturing and Technology Association · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Health Worker (CHW) Apprenticeship Program Apca Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies APCA offers a structured, hands-on Community Health Worker Apprenticeship Program providing a pathway to a rewarding healthcare career in Alaska. Community Health Workers serve as a vital link between healthcare services and the community.	Not published	Varies
Modernization Grant Arkansas Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Modernization Grant, offered by the Arkansas Department of Education, supports Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways by funding 85% of equipment upgrades in established pathways. Schools must cover the remaining 15%.	Not published	Varies
Clean Water Workforce Capacity Development (CWWCD) Block Grant Watersheds United Vermont Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $35K The Clean Water Workforce Capacity Development (CWWCD) Block Grant, administered by Watersheds United Vermont, aims to enhance the capabilities of clean water organizations in Vermont.	Not published	Up to $35K
Hiring and Retention Bonus Grant 4CS of Passaic County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies To help recruit new staff into the child care workforce and to reward and retain current staff	Not published	Varies
One-on-One Coaching Caravanserai Project · Foundation Rolling · Varies Our team of Caravan SBDC consultants provide one-on-one business coaching in both English and Spanish to entrepreneurs on a broad range of topics, with a special emphasis on Hispanic/Latino entrepreneurs.	Rolling	Varies
Cyber as a Service Grant Program Commonwealth Cyber Initiative · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The Cyber as a Service Grant Program, under the Commonwealth Cyber Initiative, aims to enhance students' cybersecurity skills while benefiting Virginia's local economies.	Not published	Up to $15K
Rural R.U.N. Scholarship Early Childhood Council of La Plata County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides career counseling and tuition support to early childhood professionals in rural communities seeking to reskill, upskill, or next-skill.	Not published	Varies
Community Health Worker CHW Hub NOFA Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · $415K The Community Health Worker (CHW) Hub NOFA, funded by the New Jersey Department of Health, aims to enhance the CHW workforce across the state.	Not published	$415K
Innovative Bridge and Transition Grant (IL) Illinois Community College Board · Foundation Not published · $50K – $375K The Innovative Bridge and Transition Grant (IL) aims to enhance educational and employment pathways for individuals aged 16 and older.	Not published	$50K – $375K
University of Maryland-Baltimore Title IV E Salisbury University · State Not published · Varies To provide guaranteed, qualified, well-trained Social Workers (BS and Graduate level) to Maryland State Social Service Agencies.	Not published	Varies
Collaboratory Scholarships Southwest Florida Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1.2M Annual scholarship awards providing vital financial support to students in Southwest Florida pursuing education and skills aligned with the region's most in-demand careers.	Not published	$1.2M
Canopy Credit Union Donation + Sponsorship Request Grant Canopy Credit Union · Foundation Not published · Varies Canopy Credit Union is dedicated to enhancing community welfare through its Donation and Sponsorship Request program.	Not published	Varies
Advancing Developmental Education Reform by Building Faculty Capacity, Scaling Evidence-Based Models, and Supporting Continuous Improvement Project Grant Illinois Community College Board · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Illinois Community College Board is launching the Advancing Developmental Education Reform Project, offering grants of up to $50,000 to support community colleges in enhancing faculty capacity and scaling evidence-based models.	Not published	Up to $50K
Baker College Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program - Zero Cost Pathway Glen Oaks Community College Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Climate Fund CIV Lab Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Low Income Worker Training Program Grant Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Low Income Worker Training Program, offered by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, provides essential job-specific training grants of up to $200,000 for entities helping low-income individuals.	Not published	Up to $200K
Community Health Worker CHW Hub RFA Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Up to $499K The scope of work for the public health system is ever-expanding, and the Department is on the frontlines in leading the response to public health challenges.	Not published	Up to $499K
HVAC Skills Lab Grant - Refurbish an Existing Plumbing or HVAC Skills Lab Explore The Trades · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The HVAC Skills Lab Grant aims to refurbish existing plumbing and HVAC skills labs in middle and high schools across the U.S. and Canada.	Not published	Up to $10K
Gary E. Milgard Family Foundation Scholarship Metro Portland Housing Industry Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300K	Not published	$300K

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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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