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.

2,734 grants
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$475,000 - $7,500,000
U.S. National Science Foundation · October 1, 2026 Federal

Advanced Technological Education With a focus on two-year Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs), the Advanced Technological Education (ATE) program supports the education of technicians for the…

Up to $250,000 (Explore), Up to $400,000 (Demonstrate), Up to $600,000 (Scale); Total fund: $3.5 million across 7-12 awards
EDUCATION DESIGN LAB · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Advancing Workforce Mobility: RFP for Credential Transparency and Skills Validation Funder: Education Design Lab (with funding from Walmart and technical assistance from Credential Engine) Program…

NECA-IBEW NATIONAL LABOR-MANAGEMENT · Rolling / Open Foundation

Advertising Grant Funder: NECA-IBEW National Labor-Management Cooperation Committee (NLMCC) Website: powering-america.org Geographic Scope: US (DC-based funder) Focus Areas: Advertising related to…

$1,000,000 per year (through 2020)
ADVOCATE HEALTH CARE NETWORK · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Advocate Bethany Community Health Fund Status: Established in 2006; currently undergoing strategic planning. As of 2019, the LOI process for new applicants is suspended. Only current grantees (those…

ADVOCATE CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Advocate Bethany Community Health Fund Funder: Advocate Charitable Foundation Status: SUSPENDED FOR NEW APPLICANTS. The fund is currently undergoing strategic planning. As of 2019, the LOI process…

ADVOCATE CONDELL MEDICAL CENTER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Advocate Bethany Community Health Fund Status: Currently suspended for new applicants as of 2019; only current grantees eligible. Geographic Scope: Four targeted communities on Chicago's West Side: -…

$1,000,000 per year (distributed among grantees)
ADVOCATE NORTH SIDE HEALTH NETWORK · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Advocate Bethany Community Health Fund Status: The fund was established in 2006 and provided funding through 2020. As of 2019, the LOI process for new applicants is suspended. Only current grantees…

Native Forward Scholars Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aerospace Career Enhancement (ACE) Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Native Forward Scholars Fund Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 01, 2026 Summary The Aerospace Career…

AES Ohio Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

AES Ohio Foundation: Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: AES Ohio Foundation Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The AES Ohio Foundation, a leading corporate foundation in the Dayton…

AFFINITY LEGACY INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Affinity Legacy Community Grant Program Overview: Affinity Legacy provides grants to eligible organizations that provide services to people within Affinity's 10-county service area. The program aims…

PIPE FITTERS LOCAL UNION NO 539 · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AFL-CIO Scholarship 2026 Funder: PIPE FITTERS LOCAL UNION NO 539 (Minnesota) Geographic Scope: Minnesota (Minneapolis-St. Cloud area) Program Type: Scholarship A scholarship program affiliated with…

ALLEGANY FRANCISCAN MINISTRIES INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFM: Tau Grant (Cycle 2-Economic Mobility) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Allegany Franciscan Ministries Inc. Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary Overview Program Description Tau…

ARIZONA FOOD & DRUG INDUSTRY FOUNDA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AFMA Education Foundation Scholarships - Employee Organization: Arizona Food Marketing Alliance (AFMA) Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Arizona Purpose: Support education and training for AFMA…

ARIZONA FOOD & DRUG INDUSTRY FOUNDA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AFMA Education Foundation Scholarships - Professional Organization: Arizona Food Marketing Alliance (AFMA) Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Arizona Purpose: Support education and training for…

NH Dept of Education · Rolling / Open State

After Dark Pilot Program Grant The New Hampshire Department of Education (NHED) is issuing a request for applications to pilot an after-school hours alternative diploma program called After Dark,…

AGRICULTURE & MARKETS · April 28, 2026 State

Ag and Food Systems Workforce Development Grant New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Request for Proposals for the New York State Agriculture and Food Systems Workforce Development…

CHS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ag Leadership Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CHS Foundation Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary The CHS Foundation's Ag Leadership Grant aims to enhance agricultural leadership and cooperative…

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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