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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Employment Resource Fund Wayne County Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
Professional Development Initiative Palmetto Economic Development Corp DBA South Carolina Power Team · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Scholarships for economic development professionals to attend professional development and training courses.	Not published	Up to $10K
Hospitality and Foodservice Grants FCSI Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Eligibility Criteria - Applicants must meet one of the following: The FCSI Educational Foundation is a non-profit committed to securing the future of the foodservice consulting industry through nurturing the next generation of professional…	Not published	Varies
Baltimore City Community Grants Program: Capital Grants - Jobs The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg · Foundation Not published · Varies This program was created to provide support to small nonprofits with an annual operating budget of $500,000 or less that provide direct services to low-income individuals and families in Baltimore City.	Not published	Varies
Nancy Fike Memorial Scholarship for CVCC Students Euclid Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Nancy Fike served as a school board member for Nordonia Hills City Schools for nearly 20 years. She was also a Nordonia parent, Girl Scout leader, substitute teacher, and active in her church.	Not published	Varies
3 Rivers Credit Union Foundation Grant 3RIVERS Credit Union Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The 3 Rivers Credit Union Foundation Grant aims to improve community well-being by funding initiatives in financial literacy, education, and health.	Not published	Up to $8K
Community Grant Bridges Medical Center · Foundation Rolling · Varies Essentia Health prioritizes contributions to non-profit organizations working to address social determinants of health in four key priority areas: Requests for funding are reviewed on a rolling basis.	Rolling	Varies
Internship Program New Jersey Civic Information Consortium a NJ Nonprofit Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies A statewide paid internship program connecting local news organizations with students from the Consortium's six member universities.	Not published	Varies
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP) Fund Grant California Employment Training Panel · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP) Fund Grant, offered by the California Employment Training Panel, provides up to $2.7 million to train and certify electricians in installing electric vehicle charging equipment…	Not published	Up to $300K
Business & Workforce Development Grants California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) · Foundation Not published · $10K – $5M The Business & Workforce Development Grants aim to bolster California's wood products infrastructure, ensuring the sustainability of forests and supporting the communities reliant on them.	Not published	$10K – $5M
Gable Grants Program Lowes Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE:_ _There is one annual application period based on organization type:_ The United States is experiencing a significant labor shortage within the skilled trades industry.	Not published	Varies
Veridian Credit Union’s Successful Financial Future Grants Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Veridian Credit Union’s Nonprofit Partnership Grants, in collaboration with the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa, offer up to $5,000 to support nonprofit organizations enhancing financial stability through education in financial…	Not published	Up to $5K
Institute of Applied Agriculture (IAA) University of Maryland, College Park · State Not published · Varies The IAA provides students with the entrepreneurial and technical skills needed to manage profitable agricultural enterprises, including golf courses, sports fields, horticulture businesses, landscaping companies, and sustainable farming…	Not published	Varies
Achelis and Bodman Foundation Grant The Achelis & Bodman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Achelis and Bodman Foundation, established in 2015, focuses on grantmaking in New York City and northern New Jersey, addressing critical issues in six program areas: Arts and Culture, Education, Employment, Health, Public Policy, and…	Not published	Varies
Proposition 68 LLAR Severely Disadvantaged Communities San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · State Not published · Varies Priorities for RMC LLAR Prop 68: Develop urban recreation projects and habitat protection or restoration projects,Provide workforce development opportunities,Expand access to diverse populations,Secured matching funds RMC’s LLAR Grants are…	Not published	Varies
Ag Workforce Development Program (AWDP) Dept of Agriculture Grants · State Not published · Varies Provides funding to Colorado farms, ranches, and agricultural businesses to offer paid, hands-on training internships to help interns start careers in agriculture.	Not published	Varies
Lowe's SkillsUSA Community Service Grants Listed by Skillsusa Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $25K Lowe's is the largest corporate donor in SkillsUSA history.	Not published	$2K – $25K
NOFO- Film and TV Workforce Training Program Grant Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Foundation Not published · $50K – $180K The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is offering the Film and TV Workforce Training Grant Program to enhance the film industry's workforce.	Not published	$50K – $180K
Continuing Education Scholarships Blue Ridge Community College Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Financial assistance for continuing education students in need	Rolling	Varies
USDA Rural Housing Services Section 523 Mutual Self-Help Housing Technical Assistance Grant Program Florida Non-Profit Housing Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides administrative grants to help housing agencies build capacity, enabling them to be more productive in their communities. Website: https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/mutual-self-help-housing-technical-assistance-grants	Not published	Varies
Kansas Teacher Service Scholarship Grant Kansas Board of Regents · Foundation Not published · Up to $33K The Kansas Teacher Service Scholarship is a merit-based program offering financial assistance to students pursuing bachelor's or master's degrees in hard-to-fill disciplines.	Not published	Up to $33K
McNeely Foundation: Youth Development Through Employment Training Grant The McNeely Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McNeely Foundation's Youth Development Through Employment Training Grant aims to empower middle and high school youth on the East Side of St. Paul, Minnesota.	Not published	Varies
CASA Education Foundation Scholarships California Association of Sanitation · Foundation Not published · Varies Financial aid provided to students interested in careers in water and wastewater sectors. The foundation supports the next generation of clean water professionals through educational funding.	Not published	Varies
Triangle Fund Grant The Triangle Fund · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Triangle Fund Grant supports programs in Steuben, Chemung, and Schuyler counties, aimed at fostering relationships among families, schools, and communities to benefit disadvantaged youth.	Not published	$5K – $15K

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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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