Overview _NOTE: First-round applications were due January 10th, 2025. Applications will be reviewed for potential awards. The application will remain open. A second review process could be…
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.
Overview About The Initiative Foundation The Initiative Foundation awards grants across the 14 counties and two Native nations of Central Minnesota. Grants are provided for projects and programs that…
Overview Welcome Farmington Bank Community Foundation, which continues the 167 year legacy of the former Farmington Bank, provides financial support to non-profit organizations and community programs…
Overview Focus & Areas of Giving Farmington Bank Community Foundation will help create opportunities for a better life by focusing on economic opportunities, health, and basic needs. We all succeed…
Economic Freedom: Workforce Development Grant Opportunity Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Gives Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: August 01, 2025 Summary The Economic Freedom:…
Economic Mobility Grants Status: Open for applications starting April 15, 2026 Geographic Scope: Minnesota-based organizations (seven-county Twin Cities metro area and beyond) Focus Areas: -…
Economic Opportunity Scholarship in Trade and Apprenticeship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary Overview The Pittsburgh…
Overview Economic Security & Dignity Fund To be healthy, people need the stability, confidence and aspiration gained through earning a reliable and growing income, building up a financial cushion,…
EcosySTEM | STEM Action Center Mini-Grants Status: Currently Closed (Last cycle closed March 15, 2026) Geographic Scope: Idaho (with emphasis on regional balance and rural communities) Funder: Idaho…
Edison International Linework Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Edison International Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Edison International Linework…
Edson Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pikes Peak Community Foundation Last Updated: July 21, 2025 Summary The Edson Foundation Grant, offered by the Pikes Peak Community Foundation, champions…
EDUC8 Awards: Funding Opportunity for Workforce Training in Regenerative Medicine Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Institute for Regenerative Medicine Amount: Up to US $6,918,000 Last Updated:…
Educate Fairfax Grants Overview: Annual grant program empowering teachers, counselors, and other school-based personnel in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) to bring innovative classroom…
Educated Workforce Pathway Planning Grant Overview: Through the Educated Workforce Pathway Planning Grant, MCAN aims to support cross-sector community teams to lead the charge in their community to…
Overview _NOTE:_ * _A Letter of Interest (LOI) is the first step to submitting an idea and to receiving an invitation to submit a full application._ * _LOIs Rolling until October 15, 2025__._…
Overview _NOTE:_ * _A Letter of Interest (LOI) is the first step to submitting an idea and to receiving an invitation to submit a full application._ * _LOIs are accepted on a rolling basis._…
Overview _NOTE:_ * _A Letter of Interest (LOI) is the first step to submitting an idea and to receiving an invitation to submit a full application._ * _LOIs are accepted on a rolling basis._…
Education and Workforce Development Honors Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Capital Foundation Amount: US $50,000 Last Updated: November 17, 2025 Summary The Education and Workforce…
Education and Workforce Innovation Commission Grants The Education and Workforce Innovation Commission (EWIC) facilitates both the Career and Technical Education Grade Expansion Program and the…
Education Fund Project Program Overview: Invests in learning opportunities that strengthen individuals, organizations, and communities across Alabama. Focus Areas: - Workforce development - K-12…
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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