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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McDonald’s Chicago Community Impact Grants - (Feeding Futures: Food Access and Insecurity) Mcdonalds Corporation · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K McDonald’s Chicago Community Impact Grants focus on addressing food access and insecurity for youth aged 16-24 in underserved communities.	Not published	$50K – $150K
CyberCorps Scholarship for Service (SFS) Virginia Peninsula Community College Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K Recruits and trains the next generation of:	Not published	$25K
Youth Skills and Employment Accelerator Global Business Coalition for Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies GBC-Education's Youth Skills and Employment Accelerator is a program designed to support U.S.-based youth-serving nonprofit organizations working to address the youth employment crisis and skills gap.	Not published	Varies
Women Building Utah Scholarship and Grant Program Utah Professional Women in Building Association · Foundation Rolling · $1K The Utah Chapter of Professional Women in Building offers scholarships and grants through the "Women Building Utah" program to promote, elevate, and support women in the building industry.	Rolling	$1K
Forestry Internship Program Teravana Trust F/K/a Wellkind Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Campus to Career Initiative Generation West Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Campus to Career Initiative is a partnership program between Generation West Virginia and West Virginia colleges and universities that provides individualized career support services to upcoming and recent graduates, helping them…	Not published	Varies
Training to Work 3 – Adult Reentry Goodwill Industries of Northwest Ohio Inc · Foundation Not published · $1.4M Provides training, case management, mentoring and employment services to incarcerated adults transitioning back into the community.	Not published	$1.4M
Impact Polk Grants Givewell Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Impact Polk Grants, administered by the GiveWell Community Foundation, aim to address diverse community needs in Polk County, Florida.	Not published	Up to $20K
Rehmann Foundation Grant Rehmann Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies We will make a tangible difference by advancing educational opportunities, propelling economic development, and strengthening communities. Through partnerships with like-minded organizations who empower individuals that represent diverse…	Not published	Varies
Roy Klein Education Fund Grant Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Roy Klein Education Fund, managed by the Delaware Community Foundation, provides crucial support to nonprofits working on economic development and career education initiatives in Kent County, Delaware.	Not published	Up to $3K
FWD Funding Initiative Washington Filmworks · Foundation Not published · Varies A workforce development funding initiative offered by Washington Filmworks under their Workforce Development program.	Not published	Varies
AARP Foundation Grantmaking Program AARP · Foundation Not published · Varies AARP Foundation does not have a set Request For Application (RFA) schedule nor does it accept unsolicited applications.	Not published	Varies
Edward L. Feick Vocational Training Scholarship Grant Erie County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Edward L. Feick Vocational Training Scholarship supports residents of Erie County, Ohio, pursuing accredited vocational training or apprenticeship programs.	Not published	Varies
MA Repay: MassHealth Behavioral Health Student Loan Repayment Program Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K Support behavioral health professionals serving MassHealth and uninsured patients by offering student loan repayment to improve access to behavioral health services and address critical workforce shortages.	Not published	Up to $300K
Industry Training Capital Equipment Program Metro North Regional Employment Board · Foundation Rolling · $250K – $1.3M Expand support of training programs at career technical high schools and community colleges through large-scale grants for equipment purchases.	Rolling	$250K – $1.3M
M/WBE Pathways to Prime Grant Program Harris County Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity (DEEO) · State Not published · Varies The M/WBE Pathways to Prime Grant Program aims to strengthen minority and women-owned business enterprises in Harris County.	Not published	Varies
Economic Empowerment and Sustainability: Workforce Development and Educational Attainment Grants Farmington Bank Community · Foundation Not published · Varies Farmington Bank Community Foundation will help create opportunities for a better life by focusing on economic opportunities, health, and basic needs.	Not published	Varies
Colorado Pork Producers Ambassador/Internship/Program Assistant Colorado Pork Producers Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Colorado Pork Producers Council (CPPC) is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic college-aged student to serve as the Colorado Pork Producers Ambassador/Intern/Program Assistant.	Not published	Varies
FY26 Adult Education and Literacy- Federal Basic Grant Community College Board · State Not published · Varies This Notice of Funding Opportunity is offered to solicit Renewal Applications from currently ICCB Title ll funded programs that work to achieve the purpose of Title II of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014, which…	Not published	Varies
JL Scholarship Fund Jewish Community Foundation of San Diego · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jewish Community Foundation was established in 1967 by dedicated leaders who envisioned a sustained future for the San Diego Jewish community.	Not published	Varies
Administrative Residency Healthsource of Ohio Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies HealthSource's Administrative Residency provides a well-rounded experience for graduate students with a passion for primary and preventative care.	Not published	Varies
Latino Partnership Program - Small Grants The Oregon Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in 2013, The Latino Partnership Program (LPP) is a statewide program of Oregon Community Foundation (OCF) that addresses the challenges facing the Latino/x community.	Not published	Varies
Next Generation Scholarship Fund Rodale Institute · Foundation Not published · Varies The Next Generation Scholarship Fund provides comprehensive support to interns pursuing organic agriculture education and training. Scholars receive housing, food from the farm, a comprehensive educational experience, and a weekly stipend.	Not published	Varies
National Family Medicine Residency Program Unity Health Care Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Unity Health Care has partnered with the Wright Center and A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (SOMA) to provide accredited, comprehensive, community-focused family medicine residencies.	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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