U.S. National Science Foundation · Rolling / Open Federal
Growing Research Access for Nationally Transformative Economic Development NSF GRANTED supports innovative models of research enterprise administrative development and workforce training…
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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COMMUNITY ALLIANCE WITH FAMILY FARMERS · Rolling / Open Foundation
Growing Urban Agriculture Fellowship Funder: Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF) Geographic Scope: California, US Program Focus: Fellowship program for urban agriculture Status: Active…
$2,000,000
EMPLOY MILWAUKEE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Growth Opportunities (GO MKE) Overview: Growth Opportunities (GO MKE) provides services to youth and young adults aged 15-18 who are at high risk of involvement in violence. The program builds…
$2,000,000
PECKHAM VOCATIONAL INDUSTRIES INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Growth Opportunities Grant Funder: U.S. Department of Labor Status: Peckham was awarded this grant Geographic Scope: National (one of 13 organizations across the country) Focus Areas: - Youth…
EDUCATION FORWARD ARIZONA · Rolling / Open Foundation
Guarantee Your Future with Freeport Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Education Forward Arizona Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Education Forward Arizona, in partnership with…
US $63,800 - US $69,300
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES · Rolling / Open Foundation
Gulf Research Program's Science Policy Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Amount: US $63,800 - US $69,300 Last Updated: January 27,…
US $10,000 - US $25,000
GREATER WORCESTER COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
GWCF: Esler Family Foundation Inspiring Generosity Match Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Worcester Community Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary…
FUND FOR ARMENIAN RELIEF INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Gyumri Information Technologies Center (GITC) Geographic Scope: Gyumri, Armenia Focus Areas: High-tech professional development, vocational training in information technology Target Population: War…
Aleutian Pribilof Island Community · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Haginaa Kidul (Helping to Grow) - Vocational Training Scholarship Overview: Competitive scholarship providing financial support for vocational training programs on a rolling basis. Funder: Aleutian…
Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
Hamilton County Community Foundation Competitive Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Indiana Community Foundation Last Updated: July 16, 2025 Summary The Hamilton County Community Foundation offers…
HAMILTON FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE: Multi-year grants: requests must be approved in advance by the Trust Office._ Our Guiding Vision A community where strong and accessible education can expand worlds and change lives.…
Up to US $25,000
THE GREATER NEW ORLEANS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Hancock Whitney Opportunity Grant (Hancock Whitney Community Reinvestment Act Program) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater New Orleans Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: October 09, 2025…
US $5,000 - US $15,000
The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Hand to Hand Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: May 30, 2025 Summary The Hand to Hand Grant aims to empower women and girls in San…
Educational stipends (amount varies by track level); subsidized tuckpointing services
River City Community Development Center · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Harambee Citybuilders Apprenticeship Program Funder: River City Community Development Center Geographic Scope: Chicago, IL (West Humboldt Park area) Focus Areas: Youth workforce development, job…
Subsidized tuckpointing (mortar replacement) services; actual cost varies by property
River City Community Development Center · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Harambee Tuckpointing Assistance Program Funder: River City Community Development Center / Harambee Citybuilders Geographic Scope: Chicago, IL Focus Areas: Subsidized home repair assistance for…
THE TROY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Hartstein/Favorite International Vocational Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Troy Foundation Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Hartstein/Favorite International Vocational Fund, established by…
MARTINSVILLE-HENRY COUNTY ECONOMIC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Harvest Foundation Summer Internship Program Funder: The Harvest Foundation Funded Organization: Martinsville-Henry County Economic Development Corporation Geographic Scope: Martinsville-Henry…
Varies
HBCU GREEN FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
HBCU Green Fund Fellows Overview: A fellowship program equipping historically Black college and university (HBCU) students with the skills, knowledge, and mentorship needed to become leaders in green…
Texas Builders Foundation · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
HBI-PACT Reduced Licensing Fee Program Purpose: Partnership with the Home Builders Institute to provide curriculum licenses at reduced fees for the Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate Training (PACT)…
Horizon Community Funds of Northern · Rolling / Open Foundation
HCF: Community Impact Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Horizon Community Funds Of Northern Kentucky Inc Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The HCF Community Impact Fund Grant aims to address…
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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