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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Chapter Grant Program Oregon CTE Student Leadership Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A grant program designed to support CTSO (Career and Technical Student Organization) chapters in Oregon. The program has distinct application tracks for new chapters and existing chapters.	Not published	Varies
Rural Health Transformation Program_Building Rural Hospital Capacity Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Up to $1.5M 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 $1.5M
Agriculture Sector Recovery Program (ASRP) / Ag Labor Program Thurston County Economic Development COU · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Ag Labor Program is a strategic initiative aimed at revitalizing the workforce in Thurston County's agricultural sector through recruiting, developing, and subsidizing employee wages.	Not published	Up to $20K
Employer Career Pathways Initiative (Greater Twin Cities United Way Grant) Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services Inc · Foundation Not published · $9K	Not published	$9K
TD Charitable Foundation: Capacity Building Fund Grant TD Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K – $150K The TD Charitable Foundation's Capacity Building Fund empowers nonprofit organizations by providing grants aimed at enhancing their operational capabilities.	Not published	$25K – $150K
Customized Training Suncoast Workforce Board Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Employee customized training and development program providing reimbursement grants to strengthen or upgrade the skills of business employees.	Rolling	Varies
Governing Board of Presidents Scholarship Building and Construction Trades Department AFL-CIO · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K Scholarships available for students pursuing the Rowan University Bachelor of Arts in Construction Management degree.	Not published	Up to $4K
Communityworks Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Quincy Area · Foundation Not published · Varies On November 26, 1997, a small group of citizens with an abundance of enthusiasm embarked on a mission to secure the quality of life in our region now and forever. By yearend, they had a modest $1,050.	Not published	Varies
Native Farmers in Residence Program New Mexico Community Capital · Foundation Not published · $3K	Not published	$3K
Nonprofit ENG(INE) Grant Nonprofit ENG(INE) · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Nonprofit ENG(INE) Grant, led by AlleyCorp, offers in-kind engineering support valued at $250K over six months to U.S.-based 501c3 organizations.	Not published	Up to $500K
Community-Based Grants Initiative – Piedmont-Triad Prosperity Zone The Golden Leaf Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Golden LEAF’s mission is to increase economic opportunity in North Carolina’s rural, tobacco dependent, and economically distressed communities through leadership in grantmaking, collaboration, innovation, and stewardship as an independent…	Not published	Varies
ECF of The Boeing Company: New Mexico Chapter Grant Employees Community Fund of the Boeing Company · Foundation Not published · Varies The Employees Community Fund (ECF) of The Boeing Company supports community initiatives through grants aimed at education, veterans, and local needs in New Mexico.	Not published	Varies
Cobb County Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Cobb County · Foundation Not published · Varies Lessen poverty in communitiesAddress the needs of low-income individuals including the homeless, migrants and the elderlyProvide services and activities addressing employment, education, better use of available income, housing, nutrition…	Not published	Varies
Economic Empowerment and Sustainability: Entrepreneurship, Financial Literacy and Housing Farmington Bank Community · Foundation Not published · Varies 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 that help create opportunities for a better life by…	Not published	Varies
Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation Grants The Richard M Schulze Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation provides grants focused on education, human services, and health and medicine. They support high-performing educational institutions, scholarships, and nonprofits that enhance learning experiences.	Not published	Varies
CCRES Pathways Scholarship CCRES · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The CCRES Pathways Scholarship (established 2023) awards grants to qualifying students for post-secondary/trade education, certification exams, or tools/equipment; observed 2024 awards ranged ~$1,507-$5,050.	Not published	$2K – $5K
Idaho Workforce Development Council: Innovation Grant Idaho Workforce Development Council · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Idaho Workforce Development Council's Innovation Grant supports projects that enhance the workforce pipeline in Idaho.	Not published	Up to $25K
AIST Member Chapter Scholarships Association for Iron and Steel Technology · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K AIST's 22 Member Chapters administer more than $125,000 in annual scholarships for qualified individuals within their regions, with individual awards ranging roughly $1,000–$5,000 (one-, four-year, and multi-award named scholarships by…	Not published	$1K – $5K
Experiential Education Initiative (EEI) Internship Grant John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts · Foundation Not published · Varies The Experiential Education Initiative (EEI) Internship, established in 2000, offers a semester-long, paid internship for individuals aged 19 to 30 with intellectual disabilities.	Not published	Varies
Texas Reskilling Grants Panola College Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $3K Emergency aid grants provided to eligible Texas students to support enrollment in qualifying degree or certificate programs. Panola College received $300,000 in additional funding to distribute these grants.	Rolling	Up to $3K
Youth Workforce Development 2.0 Initiative Illinois Children's Healthcare · Foundation Not published · Varies More than 1/2 of all Illinois residents live in an area with a shortage of primary, dental, or mental health care providers.	Not published	Varies
Community Assistance Fund Grants Junior League of the City of Washington Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K	Not published	Up to $5K
Moses Kimball Fund Grant Tr Uw Helen F Kimball-the Moses Kimball · Foundation Not published · Varies The Moses Kimball Fund Grant supports nonprofit organizations providing job opportunities for minorities and disadvantaged individuals in Greater Boston, or facilitating connections between educational institutions and community members in…	Not published	Varies
Summer Entrepreneurship Program (SEP) Institute of International Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An intensive five-week experiential entrepreneurship training program designed to equip participants with practical business venture creation skills, mentorship, and networking opportunities with successful entrepreneurs and investors.	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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