Last updated June 15, 2026
There are currently 2,696 active workforce development grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
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.
Manufacturing Training Academies Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Amount: US $3,000,000 - US $6,000,000 Last Updated: December 30, 2025…
Manufacturing Workforce Training Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Teshinsky Family Foundation Amount: US $25,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: June 10, 2025 Summary The Manufacturing Workforce Training…
Marianne Thielen Scholarship Overview: Scholarship as part of MPMA Education Foundation scholarship awards, named in honor of Marianne Thielen. Award Amount: $2,000 per student Geographic Scope:…
Marianne Thielen Scholarship Funder: Marianne Thielen (donor/sponsor) Geographic Scope: Minnesota Focus Areas: Manufacturing careers, machining Program Description Scholarship awarded through the…
Marietta Kiwanis Foundation, Inc. Skilled Trades Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Marietta Kiwanis Foundationinc Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary Easily learn more…
Marin Builders Association Scholarship Program Overview: The Marin Builders Association Scholarship Program offers financial scholarship awards to students pursuing college, university, or trade…
Mark Francis Memorial Scholarship Fund Program Overview: The Mark Francis Memorial Scholarship honors the memory of a respected leader while supporting young adults pursuing an education and/or…
Mark Lightfoot Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: St. Croix Valley Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Mark Lightfoot Scholarship, established by the St.…
Market Managers Scholarship Funder: Rural Action Inc (OH, US) Award Amount: Up to $350 per scholarship Funding Source: Farmers Market Promotion Program of the USDA Purpose Rural Action awards…
Marleh Lehmann Scholarship Foundation - WCTC Partnership Funder: Marleh Lehmann Scholarship Foundation (Wisconsin) Overview: Scholarships donated to Wisconsin College of Technology (WCTC) to support…
Marshfield Clinic Nursing Scholarships Funder: Marshfield Clinic Geographic Scope: Wisconsin Focus Areas: - Nursing education - Healthcare workforce development Description: Awards scholarships to…
Marvin A. Andrews Scholarship/Internship Purpose: Honors the dedicated years of service by Marvin Andrews, former City Manager of Phoenix. Designed to financially assist Arizona students in public…
Maryland Agricultural Education and Rural Development Assistance Fund (MAERDAF) The RMC is particularly interested in proposals that address the following: Agriculture, Energy, Rural Broadband,…
Maryland AmeriCorps State Grant Program Engage Marylanders in direct service positions to address unmet community needs. Participants receive an educational award of up to $5,775 upon completion of…
Maryland AmeriCorps State Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maryland Governor’s Office on Service and Volunteerism Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Maryland AmeriCorps State Grants program,…
Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Program Provide technical assistance to employers on development and administration of apprenticeship training programs. Maintain the statewide database on…
Maryland Correctional Enterprises Self-supporting State agency providing products and services to governmental institutions/agencies and non-profit organizations. Provides inmates with jobs and…
Maryland Grow Your Own Educators Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maryland State Department of Education Amount: Up to US $19,434,000 Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The Maryland Grow Your…
Maryland Offshore Wind Workforce Training & Education Program This program provides grant funding on a competitive basis to ensure Maryland has a ready and able workforce capable of contributing to…
Masonic Lodge #390 Scholarship Program Funder: Harmar Masonic Lodge #390 in collaboration with Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers' Coalition (AOMC) Geographic Scope: Appalachian Ohio region Award Amount:…
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.
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.
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.