Freedom to Dream Tuition Waiver 2.0 Funder: Del Mar College Foundation Inc (TX, US) Geographic Scope: Texas (Corpus Christi area) Focus Areas: Career readiness and workforce development through…
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.
Freeport-McMoRan Foundation: Native American Partnership Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Freeport-Mcmoran Copper & Gold Foundation Amount: US $20,000 - US $60,000 Last Updated: January 20, 2026…
Frey Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Frey Foundation Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Frey Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing community well-being through initiatives in four key…
Froedtert Hospital Community Investment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Froedtert Hospital Foundation Inc Amount: More than US $10,000 Last Updated: August 06, 2025 Summary The Froedtert Hospital…
Froedtert Scholars Status: Active partnership program announced September 26, 2023 Geographic Scope: Southeastern Wisconsin, with partnership through University of Wisconsin-Parkside Focus Areas: -…
Froedtert Scholars Program Status: Active, ongoing 10-year program announced September 26, 2023 Geographic Scope: Southeastern Wisconsin, with focus on University of Wisconsin-Parkside students Focus…
Froedtert West Bend Hospital Healthy Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Froedtert West Bend Hospital Amount: More than US $10,000 Last Updated: August 06, 2025 Summary The Froedtert West…
FRS: Community Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Rural Service Amount: US $250 - US $5,000 Last Updated: June 19, 2025 Summary The FRS Community Grant Program supports rural…
Fry Foundation: Employment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lloyd A. Fry Foundation Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary The Fry Foundation's Employment Grant aims to support organizations with…
FS Foundation Grant: Building for Better Belonging Status: ACTIVE Funder: The FS Foundation Amount: US $25,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: August 18, 2025 Summary The FS Foundation Grant: Building…
Fulfilling Potential Program Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: November 23, 2025 Summary The Fulfilling Potential Program Scholarship at Montana State…
Fund for Belonging: Income Generation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Sonoma County Amount: US $30,000 - US $60,000 Last Updated: September 01, 2025 Summary The Fund for Belonging:…
Fund for Columbia County: School-to-Work Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Fund for…
Fund for Veterans' Assistance (FVA) - General Assistance (GA) Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Veterans Commission Last Updated: September 25, 2025 Summary The Fund for Veterans' Assistance (FVA)…
Fund for Women & Girls Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Princeton Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Fund for Women & Girls Grant aims to empower…
Fund for York County Funder: York County Community Foundation Status: Active competitive grant program Geographic Scope: York County, PA Focus Areas: - Quality Education - Workforce Development -…
Fund for York County Overview: The foundation's primary fund for high-impact initiatives comprised of nearly 60 designated funds to meet the community's most pressing needs. This is a competitive…
Fund My Future (FMF) Status: Currently not accepting applications. Both the program and waitlist are full. Check website for updates. Overview: Fund My Future is a New Jersey Department of Labor and…
Funding Opportunity: Resilience Education Status: Open until June 10, 2026 Type: Grant/Contract Program Funders: Gulf Research Program (GRP) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)…
Funding Opportunity: Workforce Development for the Energy Transition Status: Open until April 8, 2026 Type: Grant/Contract Program Funder: Gulf Research Program (GRP) Description: The National…
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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