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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Program-Related Investment Grant Program Kenneth Kendal King Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $200K The Kenneth King Foundation's Program-Related Investment Grant Program provides funding for organizations that create jobs and enhance economic opportunities in Colorado.	Not published	$10K – $200K
Behavioral Health Scholarship Program Grant California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) · Foundation Not published · Up to $240K The Behavioral Health Scholarship Program, administered by the California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI), aims to enhance the pipeline of trained behavioral health professionals.	Not published	Up to $240K
Alabama Power Foundation: Elevate Grant Alabama Power Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Alabama Power Foundation's Elevate Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for Alabamians by empowering nonprofits to address pressing community needs.	Not published	Up to $5K
Baptist Health Foundation Nursing Scholarships Baptist Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Baptist Health Foundation (the philanthropic arm of Baptist Health, a faith-based system in Central Alabama) awards Nursing Scholarships to nursing students rooted in Central Alabama who plan to serve patients in Alabama, to help close the…	Not published	Varies
Googlers Emergency Fund Coworker Solidarity Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K Worker activists and organizers use stipends to cover: Beyond cash stipends, recipients receive:	Not published	Up to $3K
HRSA Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training (BHWET) Grant Metropolitan State University of Denver Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K – $1.9M	Not published	$10K – $1.9M
Rural Primary Care Residency Training Grant Program - Phase 1: Program Planning and Development Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $750K The Rural Primary Care Residency Training Grant Program aims to enhance rural healthcare by funding the establishment of primary care residency training programs in Minnesota.	Not published	Up to $750K
20% Facilities Funds (Vocational SEEK) Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies State funding for facilities and vocational program support through the Support Education Excellence in Kentucky (SEEK) program. Includes guidance documents for fund allocation.	Not published	Varies
Advocate Bethany Community Health Fund Advocate Condell Medical Center · Foundation Not published · $1M The Bethany Fund Board has identified four priority areas: Organizations must identify and incorporate community assets into programming, including:	Not published	$1M
YouthBuild Program Apprenticeship Funding · State Not published · Varies Grants supporting development of pre-apprenticeships in high-demand industries including construction, advanced manufacturing, information technology, and healthcare.	Not published	Varies
Southeast Asian Economic Disparities Relief Competitive Grant Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) · Foundation Not published · Up to $400K The Southeast Asian Economic Disparities Relief Competitive Grant aims to alleviate economic disparities within Southeast Asian communities by funding workforce recruitment, development, job creation, and capacity-building initiatives.	Not published	Up to $400K
JPF Principal Grant Program RFP The Jacques Pepin Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Jacques Pepin Foundation (JPF) is dedicated to advancing culinary arts education by supporting community kitchens that provide culinary training to individuals facing employment barriers.	Not published	Up to $10K
Learning Event Support: Community-Led Grants Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment offers Community-Led Grants to support Wisconsin-based learning events aimed at enhancing the skills and networks of health workforce professionals.	Not published	Up to $5K
Serve Alaska Commerce / DCRA Grants Section · State Not published · Varies AmeriCorps program partnership with Corporation for National and Community Service providing support and training to rural and urban Alaska communities through sub-grantees operating in almost every region of the state.	Not published	Varies
Susan Fratkin Scholarship Coalition for Academic Scientific Computation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Susan Fratkin Scholarship supports Code@TACC (Texas Advanced Computing Center) alumni in pursuing higher education and career goals in STEM fields.	Not published	Varies
Collaborative Research Program (CRP) - Faculty Grant Arkansas Space Grant Consortium · Foundation Not published · Up to $90K The Collaborative Research Program (CRP) - Faculty, managed by the Arkansas Space Grant Consortium, offers seed funding for aerospace-related research.	Not published	Up to $90K
Doyle Undergraduate Fellowship Grant New Hampshire Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Doyle Undergraduate Fellowship, offered by New Hampshire Sea Grant, provides a unique opportunity for undergraduates to engage in marine resource projects while receiving mentorship and training.	Not published	Up to $5K
Building Futures (High School Youth) Employ Milwaukee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Building Futures is a career development program for high school youth that matches participants with career mentors and provides services tailored to individual career journeys.	Not published	Varies
Volunteer Recruitment Resources Assistance Grant The State Firemens and Fire Marshals Association of Texas · Foundation Not published · Varies Assists qualifying fire departments with bolstering staffing and enhancing community fire protection.	Not published	Varies
Machias Savings Bank: Community Development Grant Machias Savings Bank · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Machias Savings Bank Community Development Grant aims to support projects that enhance community wellness, education, and economic development within its primary lending area.	Not published	Up to $10K
HSMAI Certification Fee Grants (Timothy S.Y. Lam Foundation) Foundation of the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International · Foundation Not published · Up to $800 To support professionals in continuing their professional education and advancement through hospitality certification.	Not published	Up to $800
Rotary Foundation- District Grants The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rotary Foundation's District Grants support small-scale, short-term projects that benefit local and international communities.	Not published	Varies
Technical Assistance Program (TAP) Grant California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · $25K The Technical Assistance Program (TAP) in California supports small business technical assistance centers that provide vital consulting and training services.	Not published	$25K
Follow Your Dreams Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of NCW · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of NCW is a tax-exempt philanthropic organization that helps individuals, families, businesses, and agencies support charitable causes throughout Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan counties.	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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