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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Ingram-White Castle Foundation Grant

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INGRAM-WHITE CASTLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ingram-White Castle Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ingram-White Castle Foundation Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Ingram-White Castle Foundation, established in 1949 by the…

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Innovation Awards

$150,000
GROWING INLAND ACHIEVEMENT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Innovation Awards Funder: Growing Inland Achievement (GIA) Award Amount: $150,000 over two years Geographic Scope: Bi-county region of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties (Inland Empire),…

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Innovation Grant

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Workforce Development · June 22, 2026 State

Funds projects that address local workforce development needs. Projects may provide skills training to individuals and/or assist individuals with connecting to careers. Training may include…

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Innovation in Career Services Grants

$300,000
STRADA EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Innovation in Career Services Grants Funder: Strada Education Foundation Inc Status: Completed program (8 institutions already awarded) Award Amount: $300,000 per institution Focus Area: Quality…

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Innovations in Graduate Education (IGE) Program

$300,000 - $1,000,000
U.S. National Science Foundation · March 25, 2027 Federal

Innovations in Graduate Education (IGE) Program The Innovations in Graduate Education (IGE) Program is designed to encourage development and implementation of bold, new, and potentially…

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Innovative Bridge and Transition Grant (IL)

US $50,000 - US $375,000
Illinois Community College Board · Rolling / Open Foundation

Innovative Bridge and Transition Grant (IL) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Community College Board Amount: US $50,000 - US $375,000 Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The Innovative Bridge and…

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Innovative Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) Grant

Up to US $550,000
New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

Innovative Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Amount: Up to US $550,000 Last Updated: July 13, 2025…

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InspiRAYtion Grants

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WPCU Sunshine Community Fund · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

InspiRAYtion Grants Funder: WPCU Sunshine Community Fund Overview: The InspiRAYtion Grants are funded by WPCU partner-employees who raise funds each year to provide support to selected nonprofit…

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InspiRAYtion Grants

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WRIGHT-PATT CREDIT UNION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

InspiRAYtion Grants Funder: WPCU Sunshine Community Fund® Background: WPCU partner-employees raise funds each year through employee engagement activities and charitable giving to support selected…

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Inspire Change Grant

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HOUSTON TEXANS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Inspire Change Grant Presented by: Houston Texans, in partnership with ConocoPhillips and Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Overview: The Inspire Change Grant awards funds to nonprofit organizations in…

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Inspire Fellowship Program

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NEW YORK STATE TECHNOLOGY ENTERPRISE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Inspire Fellowship Program Organization: New York State Technology Enterprise Corporation (NYSTEC) Geographic Scope: Based in Rome and Troy, New York Program Focus: The Inspire Fellowship Program…

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Insuring Rural Communities Scholarship Grant

Up to US $5,000
The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis · Rolling / Open Foundation

Insuring Rural Communities Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The Insuring Rural…

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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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