Workforce Development Grants

Last updated August 24, 2026

There are currently 2,646 active workforce development grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	Joel Ayite Ajavon Memorial Scholarship	Rochester Area Community Foundation	February 28, 2027	$4K
Foundation	Les Dames d'Escoffier Washington DC - Community Grants Program	Les Dames Descoffier of Washington	February 28, 2027	$2K – $5K
Foundation	JCE Adult Scholarship	Jo-Carroll Energy Inc (NFP)	March 1, 2027	Up to $2K
Foundation	Alfred A. Zannella Memorial Scholarship	Ri Hospitality Association	March 1, 2027	$3K – $5K
Foundation	JCE Lineworker Scholarship	Jo-Carroll Energy Inc (NFP)	March 1, 2027	Up to $2K
Foundation	OSEA Vocational Grant Program	Oregon State Elks Association	March 1, 2027	$2K
Foundation	JCE Two Year Technical Scholarship	Jo-Carroll Energy Inc (NFP)	March 1, 2027	Up to $1K
Foundation	Lineworker Scholarship	Freeborn Mower Electric Cooperative	March 1, 2027	$1K
Foundation	Peter Callaway Scholarship	Interseminarian - Project Place Inc	March 2, 2027	Up to $5K
Foundation	Juneau Hope Endowment / CBJ Social Service Grant Program	Juneau Community Foundation	March 6, 2027	Up to $2.5M
Foundation	William & Elizabeth Scholarship	Bridge Builders Community Foundations	March 6, 2027	$6K
Foundation	BBCF Local Scholarship Program (70+ scholarships managed)	Bridge Builders Community Foundations	March 6, 2027	Varies
Foundation	UWSN Community Impact Grants	United Way of Southern Nevada	March 10, 2027	$1.5M
Foundation	Women Helping Women Fund Tri-Cities - Annual Grant Program	Women Helping Women Fund Tri-cities	March 13, 2027	$3K – $25K
Foundation	Council 2 Scholarships - Union Member Continuing Education Awards	American Federation of State County And	March 15, 2027	$1K
Foundation	Kreider Alliance Educational Scholarship Program	Kreider Services Foundation Inc	March 15, 2027	$500 – $1K
Foundation	KEA Scholarship Fund - Vocational/Career and Technical Education Scholarships	Kodiak Electric Association Inc	March 15, 2027	Varies
Foundation	IFCA Foundation Annual Scholarship Program	Illinois Fire Chiefs Association	March 15, 2027	$850 – $66K
Foundation	EcosySTEM \| STEM Action Center Mini-Grants	Idaho Stem Action Center Foundation	March 15, 2027	$500 – $3K
Federal	Innovations in Graduate Education (IGE) Program	U.S. National Science Foundation	March 25, 2027	$30M – $100M
Foundation	John Ostlund Memorial Vocational Scholarship	Chase Hawks Memorial Association Inc	March 27, 2027	Varies
Foundation	Dora Roberts Rehabilitation Center Scholarships	Dora Roberts Rehabilitation Center	March 31, 2027	Varies
Foundation	BIG Scholarship to Acquire Career Keys (STACK)	Blacks in Government	March 31, 2027	Up to $3K
Foundation	The Pattis Family Foundation Summer Leadership Program	Women Employed	March 31, 2027	$3K

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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.

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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