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.

2,734 grants
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HACKING FOR DEFENSE INCORPORATED · Rolling / Open Foundation

Impact Fund Grant Funder: Common Mission Project (CMP) Overview: The Impact Fund is CMP's philanthropic program designed to inspire and support mission-driven entrepreneurs and institutions to solve…

Varies; 2022-23 cycle: $281,620 total awarded across multiple categories
UNITED WAY OF THE RIVER CITIES INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Impact Grants Purpose: Award funding to nonprofit programs that address United Way's critical issues in the focus areas of health, education, and financial stability. Geographic Scope: Six-county…

THE GERALD S AND MIRIAM M FRIEDKIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Impact Lending Program Overview: A pioneering philanthropic tool enabling Donor-Advised Funds (DAF) and supporting foundations to make low-interest loans to mission-driven financial institutions…

Up to US $20,000
GIVEWELL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Impact Polk Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: GiveWell Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The Impact Polk Grants, administered by the GiveWell Community…

Varies by fund; over $80,000 awarded annually to ~44 associates
SAINT THOMAS RUTHERFORD FOUNDATION · May 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

IMPACT Scholarship Program Funder: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Foundation Geographic Scope: Murfreesboro, TN (Rutherford Campus) Overview: Annual scholarship program providing financial…

WILLAMETTE WORKFORCE PARTNERSHIP · Rolling / Open Foundation

Incumbent Worker Training Grant Organization: Willamette Workforce Partnership Geographic Scope: Oregon (Linn, Marion, Polk, Yamhill counties) Contact Information: - Address: 626 High Street NE #305,…

SUNCOAST WORKFORCE BOARD INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Incumbent Worker Training Program Overview: Provides reimbursement grants to for-profit businesses for training currently employed full-time employees. Purpose - Upskill current employees - Increase…

UNITED WAY OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Grant applications are not currently being accepted._ Indian River County United Way Grants United Way of Indian River County will begin accepting Letters of Intent in our Financial…

HORIZON EDUCATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Indiana Department of Education Career Coaching Grant Award Amount: $745,000 Funder: Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) Program Established: Senate Enrolled Act 365 - 2025 Total Statewide…

Indiana Elks Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

Indiana Elks Vocational Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Indiana Elks Association Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Indiana Elks Vocational Grant provides essential financial…

Independent Electricity System Operator · Rolling / Open Foundation

Indigenous Energy Support Program (IESP) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Independent Electricity System Operator Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: August 05, 2025 Summary The Indigenous Energy…

$250 - $2,500
ALTRUSA INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION INC · September 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Individual Grants Overview: The Altrusa International Foundation's Individual Grants Program provides direct support to individuals seeking to improve their quality of life through continued…

AGC EDUCATION AND RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC · June 19, 2026 · One-time Foundation

Industry Case Studies - Educational Development Proposals Funder: AGC Education and Research Foundation Status: Active, currently soliciting proposals Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas:…

Workforce Development · June 22, 2026 State

Designed to engage employers in developing new training solutions that address Idaho's workforce issues and fill skills gaps. Reviewed quarterly by the WDC's Grant Review Committee.

$5,000,000 (statewide distribution to 26 partnerships)
APPALACHIAN OHIO MANUFACTURERS COALITION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Industry Sector Partnership (ISP) Grant Funder: Ohio Department of Development / Governor's Office of Workforce Transformation Director: Lt. Governor Jon Husted, Director of the Governor's Office of…

METRO NORTH REGIONAL EMPLOYMENT · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Industry Training Capital Equipment Program Administering Agency: Patrick Administration (Massachusetts) Geographic Scope: Massachusetts Purpose: Expand support of training programs at career…

FIRST UP · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Infant Toddler Proficiency Certificate Program Overview: A free certificate program offered in partnership with the Early Childhood Education Professional Development Organization (ECE PDO) that…

  Feasibility Grants up to $100,000; Implementation Grants $500,000 to $3 million
· Rolling / Open State

INFRASTRUCTURE - Catalyst Program   Projects that address transportation, telecommunications, energy, and basic public infrastructure; business and workforce development; health care, nutrition…

  Northern Borders Regional Commission · Rolling / Open State

INFRASTRUCTURE - Forest Economy Program   Supports community development projects, workforce training and development projects, marketing/communication and education projects, business planning…

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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