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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2025-2026 Sustainable Residency Implementation Continuation Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $50K – $500K The 2025-2026 Sustainable Residency Implementation Continuation Grant, administered by the Texas Education Agency, supports school systems in Texas to sustain paid teacher residency programs.	Not published	$50K – $500K
TPREF Patient Care Program - Pharmacist-Provided Diabetes and Hypertension Care Tennessee Pharmacists Research and Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies This grant builds upon a demonstration program in Tennessee focused on pharmacist-provided diabetes care and management, a partnership between TPREF and the BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Health Foundation.	Not published	Varies
Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS): Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA): Training of Interpreters for Individuals Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Individuals Who Are DeafBlind; Assistance Listing Number 84.160D Grant US ED: Office of Special Education & Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) · Foundation Not published · Up to $450K The Training of Interpreters for Individuals Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Individuals Who Are DeafBlind program aims to establish and support interpreter training programs across the country.	Not published	Up to $450K
Best Buy Teen Tech Center - Career Pathways Technical Skills Program RFP Best Buy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Pathways Tech Skills Partners must be able to provide in-person instruction and secure at least two paid summer internships at each site they are matched with._ Career Pathways Technical Skills Program RFP The Best Buy Foundation®…	Not published	Varies
Follow the Supply Chain Study Abroad Program Sponsorship Transportation Club of Tacoma · Foundation Not published · $3K	Not published	$3K
B2R Farms Fellowship Program BRIDGE2RWANDA Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A fellowship program designed to equip agriculture graduates with practical skills in conservation agriculture methodologies.	Not published	Varies
Telligen Healthcare Workforce Development Grant Telligen Community Initiative · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: There will not be a Health Workforce Development-based funding opportunity in 2025._ To initiate and support innovative and forward-looking health-related projects aimed at improving health, social well-being, and educational…	Not published	Varies
SER YouthBuild Learning Academy (14-24) Ser Metro Detroit Jobs for Progress Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Duluth Builders Exchange Legacy Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Duluth Builders Exchange Legacy Fund provides scholarships to support students in pursuing careers in the construction industry.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Luther I. Replogle Foundation Grant Luther I Replogle Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Luther I. Replogle Foundation Grant supports organizations in metro areas like Boston and Washington, DC, focusing on youth, women with children, and those in long-term poverty.	Not published	$5K – $10K
L+EARN Internship Project Lemonade Inc · Foundation Rolling · $16 – $4K A paid, 12-week part-time internship at the Project Lemonade Store where youth gain hands-on job experience, career confidence, and develop essential employment skills.	Rolling	$16 – $4K
General Grant Program Adolph Coors Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Preference is given to organizations exhibiting:	Not published	Varies
Associated Bank Community Grants Associated Bank · Foundation Not published · Varies Associated Bank Community Grants focus on enhancing the well-being of communities through charitable donations. Allocating 1% of annual pretax profits, the bank supports programs benefiting low- to moderate-income individuals and families.	Not published	Varies
San Diego Unified School District Career Technical Education Grant California Masonic Memorial Temple · Foundation Not published · $390K A three-year, $390,000 grant to San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) to support the expansion of career technical education (CTE) programs across the district.	Not published	$390K
Lexington Emergency Fund Lutheran Family Services Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500	Not published	$500
Grotto Foundation Grant Grotto Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Grotto Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing the well-being of individuals and families through community-led initiatives in Minnesota.	Not published	Varies
Capital Region Chamber Continuing Education Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Capital Region Chamber Continuing Education Scholarship, funded by The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region, supports non-traditional students over 25 years old who are beginning or returning to college or pursuing trade…	Not published	Varies
CTE Ambassador Grants Request for Applications NH Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies The OCTE in the New Hampshire Department of Education (NHED), Bureau of Career Development, is seeking applications from NH local education agencies (LEAs) with approved regional CTE for grant awards to fund the development and expansion…	Not published	Varies
Leadership Grant Wyoming Business Council · State Not published · Varies These grants sponsor programs that grow business and economic development leadership skills for formal and informal community leaders.	Not published	Varies
Section Grants AWS Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Welding Society Foundation is committed to supporting welding education on the local level through its Welding Workforce Grant program.	Not published	Varies
Richard & Caroline T. Gwathmey Memorial Trust Grants Tr R & CT Gwathmey Mem Uw EGJ · Foundation Not published · $5K – $60K The Richard & Caroline T. Gwathmey Memorial Trust Grants support Virginia nonprofits focusing on critical areas such as basic services, workforce sustainability, and environmental preservation by March 1, as well as arts, culture, and…	Not published	$5K – $60K
GMF: Cycle 2 - Project Support Grant Greater Milwaukee Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Greater Milwaukee Foundation's GMF: Cycle 2 - Project Support initiative offers funding for projects that enhance early childhood education, mental health services, and workforce development in the Milwaukee area.	Not published	Up to $150K
SMUD's Shine Award Program Grant Sacramento Municipal Utility District · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The SMUD's Shine Award Program aims to foster inclusive community partnerships by providing equitable support to enhance neighborhoods.	Not published	Up to $100K
Rheumatology Scholarship – Workforce Expansion Grant Rheumatology Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Rheumatology Scholarship – Workforce Expansion aims to recruit future rheumatology professionals by supporting students and residents from underserved areas to attend ACR Convergence 2025.	Not published	$2K

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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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