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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Fund for York County Memorial Health Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies 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 grant cycle.	Not published	Varies
Reinberger Foundation: Education Grants The Reinberger Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Reinberger Foundation offers education grants to support underserved individuals in Northeast and Central Ohio. Priority is given to organizations with recent funding history.	Not published	Varies
Spirit of Construction Public Utilities Skilled Trades Scholarship Spirit of Construction Foundation of Greater Cincinnati Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Spirit of Construction Foundation's Public Utilities Skilled Trades Scholarship supports individuals enrolled in skilled trades programs directly connected to wastewater treatment and utility operations.	Not published	Varies
NJ Opportunity Partnership Grant New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The NJ Opportunity Partnership Grant aims to assist displaced workers by providing essential occupational training aligned with employer needs. With $2 million in total funding, individual grants will not exceed $200,000.	Not published	Up to $200K
Hamilton County Community Foundation Competitive Grants Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hamilton County Community Foundation offers competitive grants to nonprofit organizations aiming to strengthen community welfare. Priorities include childcare, housing, social services, and workforce education.	Not published	Varies
LANL Grants and Sponsorships Los Alamos National Laboratory (Triad National Security) · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The LANL Grants and Sponsorships program, operated by Triad National Security, aims to support local nonprofits in New Mexico through funding focused on economic diversity, K-12 STEM education, workforce development, and community…	Not published	Up to $5K
Title I Comprehensive Youth Services Provider Contract Workforce Development Board WORK4WV Region 1 Inc · Foundation Not published · $1.2M	Not published	$1.2M
CTE Revitalization Grant Program Oregon-Columbia Chapter of the Assoc General Contractors of America · Foundation Not published · $50K – $500K	Not published	$50K – $500K
Skilled to Build: Developing the Future Manufacturing Workforce Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center · Foundation Not published · $50K The grant funds innovative solutions for today's manufacturing sector, including:	Not published	$50K
Siembra Latinos Fund Grants Community Foundation for Monterey County · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Siembra Latinos Fund, initiated by local Latino leaders, aims to enhance the quality of life for the Latino community in Monterey County.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Baptist Health Allied Health Scholars Program Baptist Health South Florida Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies A work-integrated learning experience, preceptorship, and clinical rotation program for allied health students at partner institutions.	Rolling	Varies
Together Fund (Workforce) – We Rise Together The Chicago Community Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies RFP: Together Fund (Workforce) – We Rise Together We Rise Together: For an Equitable & Just Recovery is a coalition of public and private funders and communities accelerating equity in the Chicago region’s economic recovery so everyone who…	Not published	Varies
AmeriCorps VISTA Request for Concept Paper Grant Volunteer Mississippi · Foundation Not published · Varies AmeriCorps is the federal agency that improves lives, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagement through service and volunteering.	Not published	Varies
Battram Community Fund Wood-Products Manufacturing Scholarship Battram Community Fund Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Battram Community Fund provides scholarships supporting education or training in wood products-related manufacturing (apprenticeships, training courses, career development).	Rolling	Varies
FY27 Perkins V - Department of Corrections (DOC) Education · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) Grant - She Drives the Future Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership · Foundation Not published · $750K A two-year grant supporting expansion of She Drives the Future, a 12-week pre-apprenticeship program combining Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) training curriculum with commercial driver's license (CDL) preparation.	Not published	$750K
Alaska Nursing Expansion Initiative - Department of Labor Grant Alaska Pacific University · Foundation Not published · $3.0M Award made to Alaska Pacific University to support the Alaska Nursing Expansion Initiative. APU offers the only fully accredited Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program in Alaska.	Not published	$3.0M
WSFS Foundation Grant WSFS Cares Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of the WSFS CARES Foundation is to support qualified nonprofit service organizations within our regional footprint that are invested in improving communities, fostering a spirit of inclusion and diversity and whose focus aligns…	Not published	Varies
AmeriCorps State and National Rhode Island Grants ServeRI · Foundation Not published · Varies The AmeriCorps State and National Rhode Island Grants, offered by ServeRI, empower organizations to tackle community needs by recruiting and training AmeriCorps members.	Not published	Varies
Southeastern Illinois CF: Fall Cycle: Consolidated Communications Fund for Economic Development and Community Leadership Grant Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation supports the Consolidated Communications Fund for Economic Development and Community Leadership, aiming to enhance community vitality through grants.	Not published	Varies
Educational Opportunity Centers Program (EOC) Grant US ED: Office of Postsecondary Education (OPE) · Foundation Not published · $238K – $3M The Educational Opportunity Centers Program (EOC), administered by the U.S. Department of Labor, seeks applications to support its mission of enhancing access to postsecondary education.	Not published	$238K – $3M
SisterFund Grants The Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies SisterFund Grants, part of a collective giving circle at the Community Foundation, empowers African American women through philanthropy.	Not published	Varies
Baltimore City Community Grants Program: Program Grants - Jobs The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg · Foundation Not published · Varies This program was created to provide support to small nonprofits with an annual operating budget of $500,000 or less that provide direct services to low-income individuals and families in Baltimore City.	Not published	Varies
Wyoming Grown Wyoming Department of Workforce Services · State Not published · Varies Wyoming Grown is under the WyRelocate program that connects individuals who have a desire to return to Wyoming with in-demand career opportunities throughout the state.	Not published	Varies

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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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