AYA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation
JumpStart My Biz Business Bootcamp Overview: JumpStart My Biz is a comprehensive, FREE business education bootcamp designed to help early-stage entrepreneurs build clarity and confidence in…
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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Up to $500
PANOLA COLLEGE FOUNDATION · May 24, 2026 · Annual Foundation
JumpStart Scholarship Geographic Scope: Panola College, Texas Overview: The JumpStart Scholarship is designed to offer students the opportunity to take one free class of their choice during Summer I…
US $1,000 - US $1,500
DELAWARE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
June J. and Russell W. Peterson Fund for Social Justice Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delaware Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $1,500 Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary Easily learn more…
Approximately $2.5 million total annually; no set minimum or maximum per grant
JUNEAU COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · March 6, 2027 · Annual Foundation
Juneau Hope Endowment / CBJ Social Service Grant Program Status: Active Geographic Scope: Juneau, Alaska (City & Borough of Juneau) Background: The Juneau Hope Endowment was established in September…
THE DENVER ROTARY CLUB FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Junior Achievement Rocky Mountain Partner Organization: JA Rocky Mountain Purpose: Inspires and prepares young people to succeed in a global economy Focus Areas: - Youth education and career…
Justamere Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Justamere Foundation: Grants That Make a Real Impact Status: ACTIVE Funder: Justamere Foundation Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The Justamere Foundation focuses on removing barriers to…
Varies
JOBS FOR VIRGINIA GRADUATES INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
JVG Incentive Grants Status: Periodically available Geographic Scope: Virginia Overview: JVG Incentive Grants are periodically available to schools or divisions interested in bringing the Jobs for…
US $2,500
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR MISSISSIPPI · Rolling / Open Foundation
JXN Water Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation For Mississippi Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: March 11, 2025 Summary The JXN Water Scholarship is aimed at Hinds County high…
Up to US $2,000,000
FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
K12 Strong Workforce Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation For California Community Colleges Amount: Up to US $2,000,000 Last Updated: September 05, 2025 Summary The K12 Strong Workforce…
Up to US $100,000
KOREAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
KACF: Community Grants (NY/NJ) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Korean American Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: July 11, 2025 Summary The Korean American Community Foundation…
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SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL · Rolling / Open Foundation
Kaiser Education Fund Overview: The Education Fund is a benefit obtained through the collective bargaining process that provides training and educational opportunities for eligible employees.…
Varies
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF HAWAII · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
Kamaaina Come Home Program Funder: Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, in partnership with University of Hawaii and Engineering Sector Partnership Program Type: Job placement and mentorship program for…
McPherson County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Kansas American Tooling Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: McPherson County Community Foundation Amount: US $750 Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The Kansas American Tooling Scholarship,…
Up to $10,000
KANSAS CHILD CARE TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Kansas Career Pathway Mini-Grant Funder: Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) Website: kccto.org Overview: One of the primary outcomes of The Career Pathway (CP) initiative is to engage…
Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Kansas City, Missouri Opportunities Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary Overview Greater Kansas…
Up to US $5,110
Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services · Rolling / Open Foundation
Kansas EMS Education Incentive Grant Program: Cities with Populations Less than 2,000 Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services Amount: Up to US $5,110 Last Updated: March 13,…
Up to US $5,110
Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services · Rolling / Open Foundation
Kansas EMS Education Incentive Grant Program: Densely Settled Rural Counties and Cities Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services Amount: Up to US $5,110 Last Updated: March…
Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services · Rolling / Open Foundation
Kansas EMS Education Incentive Grant Program: Frontier or Rural Counties Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Kansas EMS…
Up to US $100,000
Kansas Department of Commerce · Rolling / Open Foundation
Kansas Office of Apprenticeship Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kansas Department of Commerce Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The Kansas Office of Apprenticeship…
Up to US $41,000
Kansas Board of Regents · Rolling / Open Foundation
Kansas Osteopathic Medical Service Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kansas Board of Regents Amount: Up to US $41,000 Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The Kansas Osteopathic Medical…
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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