Dept of Agriculture Grants · Rolling / Open State
Helps Colorado farms, ranches, and other agricultural businesses provide paid, hands-on training to interns to help them start careers in agriculture. Since 2019, has invested nearly $1.25M…
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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Oregon-Columbia Chapter of the · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Workforce Development Grant Building the Future of the Industry Workforce development is one of AGC’s key strategic objectives, and we are working today to meet Oregon’s current and future…
$2,500 - $7,500
NORTHERN ILLINOIS BUILDING CONTRACTORS · November 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation
AGC Education and Research Foundation Scholarships Funder: AGC Education and Research Foundation Overview: Competitive scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in…
NORTHERN ILLINOIS BUILDING CONTRACTORS · June 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation
AGC Education and Research Foundation Workforce Scholarship Funder: AGC Education and Research Foundation Overview: The AGC Education and Research Foundation is committed to ensuring students have…
US $2,000 - US $10,000
AGC CONSTRUCTION EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
AGC Education Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: AGC Construction Education Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The AGC Education…
AGC OF WASHINGTON EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
AGC Education Foundation Scholarships Geographic Scope: Washington State Focus Areas: Construction management and construction trades education Eligible Institutions: - University of Washington -…
THE ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
AGC of Illinois Education Foundation Scholarship Funder: The Associated General Contractors of Illinois (AGCI) Geographic Scope: Illinois Program Status: Active scholarship program since 1985 Focus…
THE ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
AGC of Illinois Foundation Scholarship Funder: Associated General Contractors of Illinois Geographic Scope: Illinois Program Type: Educational scholarship for members and their families Overview: The…
UNITED WAY OF TRUMBULL COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation
Agency Request For Funding Funder: United Way of Trumbull County Geographic Scope: Trumbull County, Ohio Focus Areas: - Learn Well (Education) - Earn Well (Financial Stability) - Stay Well (Health…
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TENNESSEE HOSPITAL EDUCATION AND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Agenda 21 Internship Program Program Type: Career development internship program for healthcare professionals Duration: Extended internship program Geographic Scope: Tennessee Program History: 30th…
US $500 - US $10,000
Farm Credit East · Rolling / Open Foundation
AgEnhancement Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Farm Credit East Amount: US $500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The AgEnhancement Grant, awarded by Farm Credit East and CoBank,…
US $50,000 - US $80,000
UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Aging Services Leadership Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Negro College Fund Inc Amount: US $50,000 - US $80,000 Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The Aging Services Leadership…
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AGLAUNCH INITIATIVE · May 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation
AgLaunch Virtual Bootcamps Overview: A 4-day virtual, high-impact bootcamp designed to equip early-stage agtech founders with working knowledge of the agricultural industry, help refine…
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Rolling / Open Foundation
AGRI Beginning Farmer FBM Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Last Updated: September 25, 2025 Summary The AGRI Beginning Farmer Farm Business…
Illinois State Board of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation
Agricultural Education Preservice Teacher Internship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois State Board of Education Last Updated: April 15, 2025 Summary The Agricultural Education Preservice…
RURAL ADVANCEMENT FOUNDATION INTERNATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Agricultural Reinvestment Fund Overview: A competitive grant program providing cost-share grants to farmer-led projects in North Carolina. Originally called the Tobacco Communities Reinvestment Fund…
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE · December 31, 2026 State
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program - Education and Workforce Development This program focuses on developing the next generation of research, education, and extension…
$10,000 - $650,000
National Institute of Food and Agriculture · December 31, 2026 Federal
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative - Education and Workforce Development (EWD)…
Up to $20,000 per producer
THURSTON COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COU · Rolling / Open Foundation
Agriculture Sector Recovery Program (ASRP) Overview: The Ag Labor Program is a strategic initiative aimed at revitalizing the workforce in Thurston County's agricultural sector through recruiting,…
FARMER VETERAN COALITION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
AgVets Apprenticeship Program Program Name: Veterans Farming Through Adversity (AgVets) Program Type: Agricultural apprenticeship and training program Geographic Scope: National partnership spanning…
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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