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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CLIFFORD H TED REES JR SCHOLARSHIP · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AHRI Rees Scholarship Funder: AHRI Rees Scholarship Foundation Mission: The AHRI Rees Scholarship Foundation was established to assist with the recruitment and competency of future heating,…

GITLAB FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

AI for Economic Opportunity Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gitlab Foundation Amount: Up to US $250,000 Last Updated: October 27, 2025 Summary The AI for Economic Opportunity Fund, established by…

American Indian Higher Education · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AIHEC/USDA/NRCS Student Internship Program Funder: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Program Type: Student Internship Program Geographic Scope:…

CREATIVE WACO · Rolling / Open Foundation

AIR Collaborative Overview: A bilingual program merging art and business to spark creative collaboration, grow skills, and fuel new ventures. Type: Professional development and business training for…

PACIFIC MOUNTAIN WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL · Rolling / Open Foundation

AJC One-Stop Operator Contract Funder: Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council (PacMtn) Status: Contract awarded; selection process completed (as of March 4, 2025) Selected Awardee: Career…

ALABAMA POWER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alabama Power Foundation: Elevate Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alabama Power Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Alabama Power Foundation's Elevate Grant…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alan A. Meddaugh Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary The Alan A. Meddaugh Memorial Scholarship supports…

NATIONAL CYBER SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Alan Paller Honor Scholarship Overview: A special honor scholarship created by the NCSF Board of Directors in memory of Alan Paller. Awarded to the top performers in the National Cyber Scholarship…

AMADOR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Alan Pantle Memorial Scholarship Fund Geographic Scope: Amador County, CA Focus Area: Vocational education Eligibility: - Students from Amador High School - Students from Argonaut High School -…

Alaska Sea Grant · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alaska Sea Grant Biennial Research Call Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alaska Sea Grant Amount: More than US $100,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Alaska Sea Grant Biennial Research Call…

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Aleutian Pribilof Island Community · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Alaska Young Fishermen's Summit Scholarship Overview: Full scholarships to attend the Alaska Young Fishermen's Summit, an annual event for young fishing professionals. Funder: Aleutian Pribilof…

ALBEMARLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Albemarle Foundation Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Albemarle Foundation Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Albemarle Foundation Impact Grants support local…

THE ALBRECHT FAMILY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Albrecht Family Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Albrecht Family Foundation Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Albrecht Family Foundation, established in 2007, supports organizations…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alejandra Tangcay Ramos Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The Alejandra Tangcay Ramos Fund provides scholarship grants to residents…

RI HOSPITALITY ASSOCIATION · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Alfred A. Zannella Memorial Scholarship Overview: The Alfred A. Zannella Memorial Scholarship is awarded to deserving Rhode Islanders pursuing education toward a career in the foodservice, lodging,…

ADIRONDACK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alfred M. Aseel Legacy Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Adirondack Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Alfred M. Aseel Legacy Scholarship honors…

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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