Workforce Development Grants

Last updated October 28, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,658 active workforce development grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Con Alma Annual Grant Con Alma Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $30K The Con Alma Annual Grant offers funding to nonprofits in New Mexico focused on improving health equity and access to healthcare for underserved populations.	Not published	Up to $30K
Primary Care and Psychiatry Shortage Grant Program (Act 128) American Academy of Family Physicians- · Foundation Not published · $1M – $2M	Not published	$1M – $2M
Broadband Training Program (Fiber Optics Bootcamp and Wireless Infrastructure Bootcamp) Dallas County Local Workforce Development Board · Foundation Not published · Varies A partnership between Jarvis Christian University and Learning Alliance Corporation launched in March 2025 to address skills gaps and provide career readiness training in broadband telecommunications.	Not published	Varies
Going PRO Talent Fund Grant Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity · Foundation Not published · Varies The Going PRO Talent Fund, managed by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, provides financial support to employers for short-term training aimed at filling skill gaps within their workforce.	Not published	Varies
Dekko Community Fund Grant Noble County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dekko Community Fund, established in 1992 by the Dekko Foundation, aims to foster economic freedom through education for children and young people in Noble County.	Not published	Varies
Fund for Women & Girls Grant Princeton Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Fund for Women & Girls Grant aims to empower economically vulnerable women and girls in greater Mercer County through community investment and education.	Not published	Up to $25K
Focus Grants Community Foundation for SW Washington · Foundation Not published · $6K – $150K Place-based support to organizations disrupting the cycle of intergenerational poverty in southwest Washington. Community Foundation for Southwest Washington	Not published	$6K – $150K
Liberty Mutual Foundation- Discretionary Grants for Washington State Liberty Mutual Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Liberty Mutual Foundation, through the Safeco Insurance Fund, offers discretionary grants to support nonprofits in Washington State.	Not published	Varies
Brook J. Lenfest Foundation Grant The Brook J Lenfest Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Brook J. Lenfest Foundation is a charitable foundation established by Brook J. Lenfest in 2000. It is dedicated to making people aware of positive life choices and providing support and opportunities for those motivated to pursue them.	Not published	Varies
St. Cloud Builders Exchange Legacy Scholarship Fund Grant Communitygiving · Foundation Not published · $2K The St. Cloud Builders Exchange Legacy Scholarship Fund supports local students pursuing careers in construction trades.	Not published	$2K
Arise Charitable Trust - Organizational Grants Arise Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arise Charitable Trust, established in 1986, provides grants to support women on South Whidbey Island in achieving their educational and vocational goals.	Not published	Varies
Catalyze Investments New Profit Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K	Not published	$10K – $100K
WAVE Seafarer Readiness Program The Youth Marine Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Free maritime workforce training program that prepares socially and economically disadvantaged adult jobseekers to enter careers in Washington State Ferries and the maritime industry.	Not published	Varies
FY27 480-20-3970 Smart Start Workforce Grants Early Childhood · State Not published · Varies The purpose of Smart Start Workforce Grants is to provide child care homes, child care centers, and group family care homes with the stable, ongoing funding needed to support recruitment and retention of early childhood workforce members.	Not published	Varies
LCMC Health Pipeline Program (HPP) West Jefferson Hospital Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to 100% tuition and eligible fees The LCMC Health Pipeline Program is an education-to-employment pathway offering forgivable financial assistance to students in select healthcare fields who agree to work within the LCMC Health system after earning their degrees.	Not published	Up to 100% tuition and eligible fees
Native Farmer Professional Cohort Grant First Nations Development Institute · Foundation Not published · $10K The Native Farmer Professional Cohort Grant, offered by First Nations Development Institute, aims to enhance the skills of 12 Native farmers in areas such as land stewardship and resource access.	Not published	$10K
Work Readiness Training Program Brooklyn Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies FREE 4-week virtual training program designed to prepare Brooklyn residents for immediate employment. Focuses on essential professional skills including:	Not published	Varies
Facilities Funds (20% Vocational SEEK Awards) Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies State funding program supporting facilities and infrastructure for vocational and career technical education programs in Kentucky school districts.	Not published	Varies
Summer Youth Work Experience Program (SYWEP) Grant New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Foundation Not published · Varies Summer Youth Work Experience Program (SYWEP) The FY 2026 Summer Youth Work Experience Program (SYWEP) is being funded to provide in-school and out-of-school youth, ages 16-24, with valuable summer work experiences in order to help them…	Not published	Varies
Regional & Affiliate Grantmaking - Clinton and Nancy Schilling Technical Educational Grant Program Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Clinton and Nancy Schilling Technical Educational Grant Program, administered by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, aims to enhance vocational and technical education in the Tri-County area (Jasper, Barton, and Dade counties).	Not published	Up to $50K
Council Foundation Scholarship Program The Council Foundation · Foundation Not published · $420K Support future insurance leaders with scholarships for standout interns nominated by Council member firms to grow talent pipelines. Addresses the insurance talent gap.	Not published	$420K
The NWPA Food Council Scholarship Grant Erie Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The NWPA Food Council Scholarship, offered by the Erie Community Foundation, supports Erie County high school graduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA pursuing post-secondary education or training.	Not published	Varies
NextLevel Jobs - Employer Training Grant (EMS/Fire) (S) Indiana Department of Homeland Security · State Not published · $5M	Not published	$5M
Bioprocessing Research Infrastructure Program (IL) Grant Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Foundation Not published · $5M – $10M Bioprocessing Research Infrastructure Program (IL) The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (the “Department” or “DCEO”) is issuing this Notice of Funding Opportunity (“NOFO”) to seek to promote bioprocessing in…	Not published	$5M – $10M

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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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