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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HISPANIC FOUNDATION OF SILICON VALLEY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Latinos in Technology Scholarship Funder: Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley Geographic Scope: Silicon Valley, California (Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties) Focus Area: STEM (Science,…

Innovia Foundation · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

LaunchNW Rural Grant Status: CLOSED Overview: LaunchNW galvanizes entire communities to ensure that every child finds belonging and travels their best journey from birth to career attainment. The…

Hacienda Inc · June 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Laura Knaperek Nurse Training Scholarship Award Amount: $1,000 annually Purpose: Established in memory of Laura Knaperek, an advocate for medically fragile and developmentally disabled individuals.…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Laura Rowe Burdick Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Laura Rowe Burdick Scholarship Fund, established by a…

FILLING THE GAP INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Laurel Run Fund Overview: One of The Resource Center funds managed by the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation. This fund supports community awareness, prevention services and employment and…

WYOMING COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lauren P. Miller Apprenticeship Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wyoming Community Foundation Amount: US $600 Last Updated: May 17, 2025 Summary The Lauren P. Miller Apprenticeship…

SOUTHWESTERN ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

LaVern & Nola McEntire Memorial Lineworker's Scholarship Program Overview: Scholarship to help pay for costs to attend lineworker's school training. Award Amount: $3,000 Eligible Uses: Costs to…

$2,500 per semester
Public Interest Law Initiative · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Law Student Internship Program Geographic Scope: Illinois (Chicago area) Program Description: PILI's Law Student Internship Program places law students in paid internship positions at public interest…

Laurens County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

LCCF Community Enrichment Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Laurens County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: June 23, 2025 Summary The Laurens County Community Foundation…

Up to 100% tuition and eligible fees
TOURO INFIRMARY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

LCMC Health Pipeline Program (HPP) Status: Active education-to-employment pathway Geographic Scope: Louisiana and Gulf Coast region, with priority for local students Program Focus: Healthcare…

Up to 100% tuition and eligible fees
LOUISIANA CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER · Rolling / Open Foundation

LCMC Health Pipeline Program (HPP) Overview: An education-to-employment pathway offering forgivable financial assistance to students in select healthcare fields who agree to work within the LCMC…

Up to 100% tuition and eligible fees
TOURO INFIRMARY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

LCMC Health Pipeline Program (HPP) Overview: The LCMC Health Pipeline Program is an education-to-employment pathway offering forgivable financial assistance to students in select healthcare fields…

Up to 100% tuition and eligible fees
WEST JEFFERSON HOSPITAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

LCMC Health Pipeline Program (HPP) Overview: The LCMC Health Pipeline Program is an education-to-employment pathway offering forgivable financial assistance to students in select healthcare fields…

Up to US $20,000
NORTHERN NEW YORK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

LEAD Impact Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern New York Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The LEAD Impact Grant Program, established by…

Paid positions (amount varies by host organization)
THE CLEVELAND AVENUE FOUNDATION FOR · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

LEAD Internship Program Funder: The CAFE Group Program Type: Leadership development and paid internship program Geographic Scope: Chicagoland (Chicago area) Program Description: LEAD connects college…

FOUNDATION FOR LOUISIANA · Rolling / Open Foundation

LEAD: BUILD Health Program Program Type: Community training and leadership development program Geographic Scope: New Orleans, LA, particularly the Claiborne Corridor Focus Areas: - Public health -…

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WHEAT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Leadership at Its Best™ Program Funder: Syngenta (program design and sponsorship) Partner Organizations: National Wheat Foundation (NWF) and National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) Status:…

Wyoming Business Council · Rolling / Open State

Leadership Grant These grants sponsor programs that grow business and economic development leadership skills for formal and informal community leaders. Details - Agency: Wyoming Business Council -…

The Greater Springfield Chamber · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Leadership Springfield Overview: Leadership Springfield is a premier leadership training program offered by The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce. It is a 14-week series of half-day programs…

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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