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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Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Low Income Worker Training Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: October 08, 2025 Summary The…

SKILLSUSA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lowe's SkillsUSA Community Service Grants Funder: Lowe's and Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation Status: Active, ongoing grant program since 2006 Total Funding: $1.5 million distributed in…

SKILLSUSA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lowe's SkillsUSA Community Service Grants Funder: Lowe's and the Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation Geographic Scope: Nationwide (United States) Focus Areas: Community service projects,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WEST TEXAS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lubbock Manufacturers Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of West Texas Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Lubbock Manufacturers Scholarship, established by local…

THE LULING FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Luling Foundation: Trade/Vocational Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Luling Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Luling Foundation offers a one-time $1,000…

LUTHER I REPLOGLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Luther I. Replogle Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Luther I. Replogle Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: May 21, 2025 Summary The Luther I. Replogle Foundation Grant…

FIRST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION PARTNERSHIP · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lycoming Economic Development Foundation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania Amount: US $62,200 Last Updated: September 21, 2025 Summary The…

MB AND EDNA ZALE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

M.B. & Edna Zale Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: M.B. & Edna Zale Foundation Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The M.B. & Edna Zale Foundation Grant aims to support individuals and…

Harris County Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity (DEEO) · Rolling / Open Foundation

M/WBE Pathways to Prime Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Harris County Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity (DEEO) Last Updated: May 13, 2025 Summary The M/WBE Pathways to Prime Grant…

RILEY MABEL LOUISE TR UWILL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mabel Louise Riley Foundation: Riley Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Mabel Louise Riley Foundation Amount: US $50,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: July 04, 2025 Summary The Mabel Louise Riley…

Machias Savings Bank · Rolling / Open Foundation

Machias Savings Bank: Community Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Machias Savings Bank Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The Machias Savings Bank Community…

Machias Savings Bank · Rolling / Open Foundation

Machias Savings Bank: Workforce Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Machias Savings Bank Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: October 14, 2025 Summary The Machias Savings Bank Workforce…

MADISON VISIONARY PARTNERS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Madison Visionary Partners: Community Impact Mini-Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Madison Visionary Partners Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The Madison Visionary…

MADISON PARK DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Madison's Train 2 Trades (MT2T) Program Organization: Madison Park Development Corporation Program Type: Hands-on workforce training in construction and building trades Overview MPDC's Train 2 Trades…

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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