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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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Health Careers Exploration Program (HCEP) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: August 19, 2025…
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Health Professionals Clinical Training Expansion Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Health Amount: Up to US $300,000 Last Updated: June 16, 2025 Summary The Health Professionals…
Health Professions Programs Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health, Inc. Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The Blue Cross of Idaho…
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Heat Pump and HVAC Training Network Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) Amount: Up to US $1,200,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary Overview Heat Pump…
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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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