Workforce Development Grants

Last updated October 27, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,659 active workforce development grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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: 2,659; 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; 143 with a published date

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CTE Revitalization Grant Program AGC Oregon Columbia Chapter Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $500K	Not published	$50K – $500K
FEF Tuition Reimbursement Grants Committee for Excellence in Education · Foundation Rolling · Up to $500 The Fauquier Education Foundation reimburses up to $500 per semester for Fauquier County Public Schools (FCPS) full-time or part-time permanent classified employees, teachers who are not fully certified, and certified FCPS employees…	Rolling	Up to $500
Ready2Work Award The Fremont Area Elderly Needs Fund · Foundation Not published · $250 The Ready2Work Award is designed to help recent graduates overcome barriers to employment by providing a one-time award to support transition into the workforce.	Not published	$250
Safety Intervention Grant Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation Established in 1912, the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation is the exclusive provider of workers’ compensation insurance in Ohio, serving nearly 245,000 public and private employers.	Not published	Up to $40K
B2R Farms Train-the-Trainer Course BRIDGE2RWANDA Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies An in-depth six-day training program designed to fully equip participants with the principles and practices of Foundations for Farming. Participants learn to become trainers capable of returning to their communities and training others.	Rolling	Varies
Arkansas Space Grant Workforce Development Program Arkansas Space Grant Consortium · Foundation Not published · $8K The Arkansas Space Grant Consortium (ASGC), a participant in the National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program (NSGCFP), invites applicants for the NASA Space Grant Workforce Development Award for internships in fields related to…	Not published	$8K
Stanislaus Bioeconomy Workforce Development Fund Grant BEAM Circular Accelerator · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The Stanislaus Bioeconomy Workforce Development Fund, managed by BEAM Circular, offers grants between $5,000 and $100,000 to enhance bioeconomy career training in Stanislaus County.	Not published	$5K – $100K
Restaurant Youth Registered Apprenticeship (RYRA) Delaware Restaurant Association · Foundation Not published · Varies Connect young people to restaurant industry careers through paid apprenticeships and career advancement opportunities.	Not published	Varies
Upskill Incentive Palmetto Economic Development Corp DBA South Carolina Power Team · Foundation Not published · $1K – $25K Reimbursement program for existing commercial members of South Carolina's electric cooperatives to offset out-of-pocket training costs for employee skill development.	Not published	$1K – $25K
Early College Health Sciences Programs (ECHS Health Sciences) Iroquois Healthcare Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Early College High School (ECHS) Health Sciences model allows high school students to earn college credits at no cost while completing shadowing and internship experiences at local hospitals.	Not published	Varies
Newtown Savings Bank Foundation Grant Newtown Savings Bank Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Newtown Savings Bank Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations that aid families and individuals in financial need.	Not published	Varies
Mark Lightfoot Scholarship Grant St Croix Valley Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Mark Lightfoot Scholarship, established by the St. Croix Valley Foundation, supports students at Northwood Technical College's New Richmond branch pursuing welding.	Not published	$1K
FACE of Kansas Scholarship for KHCA Administrator In Training (AIT) Program Kansas Health Care Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 FACE of Kansas is a non-profit organization established in 2006 dedicated to improving long-term care homes in Kansas through professional opportunities and education.	Not published	$500
California Health Professions Pathway Program (HPPP) Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science · Foundation Not published · $3.4M HPPP is a competitive grant designed to recruit and support students from underrepresented regions and backgrounds to pursue health careers. The goal is to develop a more culturally and linguistically competent healthcare workforce.	Not published	$3.4M
Howe Family Foundation Grant - 1st Quarter Greater Manhattan Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greater Manhattan Community Foundation transforms lives across our local community. Our deep commitment to giving back helps spark innovation, fuels growth, and builds a stronger community for everyone over the last 25 years.	Not published	Varies
Elaine Symons Baker Community Impact Award Sonora Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K Recognizes organizations making meaningful community impact. The Elaine Symons Baker Community Impact Award recognizes significant contributions to Tuolumne County community needs.	Not published	$10K
Snider Family Scholarship West Georgia Technical College Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · 2/3 of tuition and fees per semester	Not published	2/3 of tuition and fees per semester
Perkins Grant Kishwaukee College Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Amplifying Impact Initiaitve Grant California Healthcare Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Amplifying Impact Initiative aims to strengthen the role of community health workers (CHW/P/Rs) in California's health equity landscape.	Not published	Varies
St. John's United Foundation Tuition Reimbursement St John's Lutheran Ministries Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K Financial support for personal and career growth through educational opportunities that benefit future career advancement Funds made available through the generosity of donors to the St. John's Foundation.	Not published	$2K
Leadership at Its Best™ (LAIB) Program National Association of Wheat Growers Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Syngenta has designed an agricultural advocacy conference promoting cross-cultural exchange for commodity and trade associations. The conference features refreshed modules based on contemporary leadership thought, ideas, and techniques.	Not published	Varies
Jr. Scholars Internship Program (Youthworks Partnership) Preschool Promise Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A two-phase initiative in partnership with Youthworks and Montgomery County, providing high school students and recent graduates with foundational knowledge and hands-on experience in early childhood education.	Not published	Varies
Tyler Bender EMS Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies · Foundation Not published · $500 The Elk County Community Foundation was started in the late 1990’s by a group of business and civic leaders, with the support of the Stackpole-Hall Foundation, who recognized the need for creating a perpetual funding stream to support Elk…	Not published	$500
Northwoods Educational Opportunities Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Northwoods Educational Opportunities Fund offers financial aid to high school seniors and graduates from Mercer and Chequamegon (Park Falls) schools, as well as residents of the Town of Sherman.	Not published	Up to $20K

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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 2,659 workforce development grants Grantable lists as of October 27, 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 2,659 grants listed, 109 accept applications on a rolling basis, 143 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, 47% 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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