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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THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Financial Stability for Working Families Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary Overview Our proactive grant program funds…

Approximately US $322,969
Illinois Department of Children and Family Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Find Your Future (FYF) Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Amount: Approximately US $322,969 Last Updated: August 04, 2025 Summary The Find Your…

$5,000 per award (5 awards totaling $25,000)
SKILLSUSA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fine Homebuilding Keep Craft Alive Scholarship Funder: Fine Homebuilding in partnership with SkillsUSA Geographic Scope: Nationwide (United States) Focus Areas: Construction-related fields and…

$5,000 per award (5 awards totaling $25,000)
SKILLSUSA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fine Homebuilding Keep Craft Alive Scholarship Funder: Fine Homebuilding in partnership with SkillsUSA Status: Active scholarship program established in 2017 Geographic Scope: United States…

FIRST FINANCIAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

First Financial Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: First Financial Foundation Last Updated: March 01, 2024 Summary The First Financial Foundation, established in 2017, aims to enhance local…

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN FIRST CORP · Rolling / Open Foundation

First Path Program Overview: A nine-week business consulting program offered by Southwest Michigan First in partnership with Plywood People to assist budding entrepreneurs in developing and…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

First Security Bank Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The First Security Bank Foundation Scholarship at Montana…

FIRSTENERGY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

FirstEnergy Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Firstenergy Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The FirstEnergy Foundation Grant supports nonprofit…

Full scholarship (includes training cost)
Aleutian Pribilof Island Community · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Fishing Vessel Drill Conductor Training Scholarship Overview: Full scholarships for marine safety training in fishing vessel drill conductor competencies. Funder: Aleutian Pribilof Island Community…

VOLUNTEER FLORIDA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

FL AmeriCorps Competitive Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Volunteer Florida Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The FL AmeriCorps Competitive Grant provides opportunities for…

THE WELD TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Flagship Grants Status: Active grant program Geographic Scope: Weld County, Colorado Award Amount: Example award of $830,803 for Mobile Workforce Unit (2026) Purpose: Support significant community…

Variable (examples: $250,000 per award in 2019-20)
SELECTFLORIDA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Florida Job Growth Grant Fund Overview: An economic development program designed to promote public infrastructure and workforce training across the state. The program supports strategic investments…

Up to the cost of basic recruit training program (less state/federal aid received)
COLLEGE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Florida Law Enforcement Academy Program Scholarship Overview: The Florida Law Enforcement Academy Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to eligible trainees who enroll in a…

SUNCOAST WORKFORCE BOARD INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

FloridaFlex Overview: Provides reimbursement to new or expanding businesses for talent solutions, offering completely integrated talent support. Purpose - Support businesses relocating to Florida or…

FLYWHEEL FUND FOR CAREER CHOICE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Flywheel Fund for Career Choice Fellowship Program Status: Pilot program currently active; Class of 2028 applications now open as of the website date. Geographic Scope: Currently limited to Stanford…

First National Bank of Omaha · Rolling / Open Foundation

FNBO Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: First National Bank of Omaha Last Updated: February 09, 2026 Summary The FNBO Impact Grant Program aims to empower nonprofit organizations that eliminate…

Varies (examples range from $6,160 to $150,000)
Community Foundation for SW Washington · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Focus Grants Purpose: Place-based support to organizations disrupting the cycle of intergenerational poverty in southwest Washington. Geographic Scope: Clark, Cowlitz, and Skamania counties,…

BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Foist Family Perseverance Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary The Foist Family Perseverance Scholarship…

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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