Workforce Development Grants

Last updated October 28, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,658 active workforce development grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, 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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Transform Lake County Grant- Programmatic Funding Legacy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $35K The Transform Lake County Grant provides programmatic funding to support 501(c)(3) organizations in Lake County, Indiana.	Not published	$2K – $35K
Manufacturing PA Industrial Resource Center Program Grant Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · Varies The Manufacturing PA Industrial Resource Center Program, managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, aims to enhance the competitiveness of small and medium-sized manufacturers.	Not published	Varies
Marin Builders Association Scholarship Program Marin Builders Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Marin Builders Association Scholarship Program offers financial scholarship awards to students pursuing college, university, or trade school education.	Not published	Varies
Sierra College Truckee Campus EMT Course Awards Northstar Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $600 Support local residents in furthering their education and workforce skills	Not published	Up to $600
Pre-Hire Grants Wyoming Department of Workforce Services · State Not published · Varies The Pre-Hire Economics Development Grant Program is available to train potential employees for a new or expanding business that is unable to recruit workers with a specific skill set.	Not published	Varies
USDA Revolving Loan Fund Nishnabotna Valley Rural Electric Cooperative · Foundation Rolling · Varies Through the operation of a Revolving Loan Fund (RLF), Nishnabotna Valley REC provides a funding source with the goal of providing low-interest loans to assist with local economic and community development projects.	Rolling	Varies
NASTT No-Dig Show Municipal & Public Utility Scholarship North American Society for Trenchless Technology · Foundation Not published · Varies Awards employees of North American municipalities, government agencies and utility owners who have limited or no training funds with a Full Conference and Exhibition registration to the NASTT No-Dig Show.	Not published	Varies
Reach Your Potential for Vocational, Technical or Trade School Grant Hamilton County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Reach Your Potential scholarship, provided by the Hamilton County Community Foundation, aims to empower Indiana residents by offering financial assistance for vocational, technical, or trade school education.	Not published	Varies
Diesel Technology Training Scholarships Nebraska Trucking Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $3K Support students pursuing diesel technology training to develop skilled technicians for the trucking industry and strengthen Nebraska's transportation sector.	Rolling	Up to $3K
VSHSL Human Services Workforce Stabilization (FS 6) Grant King County Department of Community and Human Services · State Not published · $7.7M The VSHSL Human Services Workforce Stabilization program aims to enhance staff recruitment and retention in human service organizations in King County.	Not published	$7.7M
Digital Works Connected Nation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Digital Works program delivers scholarship-funded, live, virtual digital skills and customer service training, along with individualized career readiness support (resume, cover letter, interviewing, job application).	Not published	Varies
Doula Learning Collaborative NOFA Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Varies The Department awards grants from State appropriations, federal awards, and other funding sources.	Not published	Varies
Jim Irvine Statewide Scholarship Metro Portland Housing Industry Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300K	Not published	$300K
NIEHS Worker Training Program’s SBIR E-Learning for HAZMAT and Emergency Response (R43/R44 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $688,000 total The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences ( NIEHS ) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for the NIEHS Worker Training Program’s SBIR E-Learning for HAZMAT and Emergency Response…	Forecast	$688,000 total
Returning Adult Transition Coach Program Grant Growing Inland Achievement · Foundation Not published · $40K To support the development of a Transition Coach Program for returning adult learners (ages 25+) in the Inland Empire	Not published	$40K
FVI Research and Education Grant New York Farm Viability Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K – $125K The FVI Research and Education Grant aims to enhance the economic viability of New York's farms through innovative research and educational outreach.	Not published	$15K – $125K
Central Minnesota Boys and Men Grants Communitygiving · Foundation Not published · $3K The Central Minnesota Boys and Men Grants, offered by CommunityGiving, aim to empower boys and men through initiatives addressing educational disparities, mental health, and career development.	Not published	$3K
Research and Engineering Apprenticeship Program (REAP) Academy of Applied Science Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Research and Engineering Apprenticeship Program (REAP) is designed to encourage economically and socially disadvantaged high school students to pursue careers in math, science and technology by offering a hands-on experience in…	Not published	Varies
Urban Forestry Career Pathways Program (UFOR) Atlanta Beltline Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A workforce development program that serves as a starting point for young adults to acquire entry-level urban forestry skills, learn how to apply for green jobs, and develop good work habits.	Not published	Varies
Bootstrap Award Scholarship Crook County Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The fund was established through the Oregon Community Foundation and is set up to live in perpetuity. Anyone can contribute to the fund to help support multiple students each year.	Not published	Up to $8K
Community Investment Grants Marathon Petroleum Corporation / Marathon Petroleum Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Marathon Petroleum Corporation's Community Investment Grants aim to enhance community welfare through strategic partnerships with 501(c)(3) non-profits and government entities.	Not published	Varies
Accelerating Innovative + Equitable Workforce Pathways Grant Blue Grass Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Blue Grass Community Foundation, with support from the Walton Family Foundation, is offering a second round of a two-round funding opportunity aimed to foster the development of innovative education-to-workforce programs.	Not published	Varies
WREA Line Tech Scholarship Powder River Energy Corporationfoundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K To help local people complete an approved regional line worker training program to learn the basics of line work and become an apprentice line technician.	Not published	$3K
Youth Development Division (YDD) - Job and Work Readiness (JWR) Request for Application (RFA) (OR) Grant Oregon Department of Education · Foundation Not published · $120K – $300K The Oregon Department of Education is seeking applications for the Job and Work Readiness Grant (JWR) through its Youth Development Division.	Not published	$120K – $300K

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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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