ELEVATE CHARITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation
Helping our HeritAge Scholarship Program Mission: To assist outstanding nursing aides and nursing assistants advance their clinical abilities and education in senior-focused healthcare by providing…
Workforce Development Grants
Last updated June 19, 2026
There are currently 2,678 active workforce development grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
2,678 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
What workforce development grants are open right now?
More than US $100,000
HENDRICKS FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Hendricks Family Foundation - Capital Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hendricks Family Foundation Inc Amount: More than US $100,000 Last Updated: May 02, 2025 Summary The Hendricks Family Foundation…
Up to US $100,000
HENDRICKS FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Hendricks Family Foundation - Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hendricks Family Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: May 02, 2025 Summary The Hendricks Family Foundation - Impact…
More than US $100,000
HENDRICKS FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Hendricks Family Foundation - Operating Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hendricks Family Foundation Inc Amount: More than US $100,000 Last Updated: May 02, 2025 Summary The Hendricks Family Foundation…
US $2,500 - US $50,000
HENRY E NILES FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Henry E. Niles Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Henry E. Niles Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $50,000 Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Henry E. Niles Foundation Grant, focused on…
ADVANCED ROBOTICS FOR MANUFACTURING · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Henry L. Hillman Foundation Grant for ARM Endorsement Award Amount: $200,000 Geographic Scope: Western Pennsylvania region Focus Areas: Robotics education program endorsement and assessment Program…
Educational Foundation of Lake County · Rolling / Open Foundation
Herbert Lehner Charitable Trust Vocational Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Educational Foundation of Lake County Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The Herbert Lehner Charitable Trust…
THE MANUFACTURING INSTITUTE · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Heroes MAKE America - A&P Certification Training Program at Fort Bragg Overview: A new accelerated FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certification training program funded through a $500,000 grant…
Varies
NSCA EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Hester Scholarship Program Organization: NSCA Education Foundation Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: Scholarships for students and professionals pursuing careers in the low-voltage…
Hawai'i Commission for National and Community Service · Rolling / Open Foundation
HI AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Commission for National and Community Service Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The HI AmeriCorps State and…
Up to $150,000 per grant
LUBBOCK ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
High Demand Job Training Grants Administrator: Lubbock Economic Development Alliance (LEDA) in partnership with Workforce Solutions South Plains Program Status: Active since 2015 Geographic Scope:…
PATTERSON FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
High School Career and Technical Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Patterson Family Foundation Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The High School Career and Technical Education Grant supports…
US $5,000 - US $600,000
District of Columbia Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation
High-Need Healthcare Career Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: District of Columbia Department of Health Amount: US $5,000 - US $600,000 Last Updated: June 17, 2025 Summary The…
Maryland Energy Administration · Rolling / Open State
Higher Education Clean Energy Grant Program Supports the adoption of on-site renewable energy technologies, the integration of strategic energy planning into operations and academic curricula, and…
The Education Trust Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Higher Education Data & Research Internship Program Organization: The Education Trust Inc Overview: The EdTrust Education Research Internship Program aims to train and build a diverse cohort of…
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Michael & Susan Dell Foundation By committing to action, embracing innovation, and focusing on real impact, we can make a lasting difference. Our Mission: We build pathways that change…
CHARLOTTE CENTER CITY PARTNERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
HIIVE Program Overview Program Name: Hub for Inclusivity, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (HIIVE) Status: Active - Cohort 3 completed in December 2025; future cohorts anticipated Geographic Scope:…
Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation
Hilton Garden Inn Culinary Arts Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 20, 2025 Summary The Hilton Garden Inn Culinary Arts Scholarship at Montana…
Up to $5,000 per applicant
SISTERS OF CHARITY FOUNDATION OF CLEVELAND · Rolling / Open · Rolling Foundation
Hines Trust Nursing Grants - Continuing Education in Nursing Organization: Sisters of Charity Foundation of Cleveland in partnership with Sisters of Charity Health System Funder: The Hines Trust…
$319,000
THE CHAMBER OF THE CHINO VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation
HIRE Grant – Expanding Second-Chance Employment Overview: The HIRE Grant Program is designed to help businesses hire and train justice-involved individuals while reducing employment costs. Through…
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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