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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Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

Michigan Rural Development Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: November 02, 2025 Summary The Michigan…

Varies by project (example: $30,400 - $49,875 per award in 2022)
LAKESHORE ADVANTAGE CORPORATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Michigan Workforce Training Center Equipment (TEC) Grant Program Funder: Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) Status: Active program. $3 million statewide in 2022 with regional…

TOMPKINS CORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Microelectronics and Nanomanufacturing Certificate Program (MNCP) Funder: National Science Foundation (NSF) project at Penn State University Amount: Free - offered at no cost to eligible participants…

MID-SOUTH RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Mid-South RC&D Annual Grant Cycle Funder: Mid-South Resource Conservation and Development Council (RC&D) Geographic Scope: Autauga, Bullock, Butler, Elmore, Lee, Lowndes, Macon, and Montgomery…

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN FIRST CORP · Rolling / Open Foundation

MiLEAP Grant Overview: A statewide grant providing free education, job training, and support services to local communities negatively impacted by the pandemic. Part of the U.S. Department of…

The Pentagon Federal Credit Union · Rolling / Open Foundation

Military Heroes Program Funder: The Pentagon Federal Credit Union Foundation Status: Active Geographic Scope: United States, with focus on military communities Focus Areas: - Support for active-duty…

PARTNERSHIP FOR ENVIRONMENTAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Military Training Program Program Funder: Partnership for Environmental Technology Education (PETE) Status: Current program (as of 2026) Geographic Scope: United States Overview: PETE currently…

OUTER BANKS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Milton A. Jewell Trade and Technical Scholarship Funder: Outer Banks Community Foundation / Milton A. Jewell Scholarship Fund Partner Institution: College of the Albemarle (COA) Workforce Development…

Up to $8,000 per employee
CUYUNA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Minnesota Dual Training Grant Funder: Minnesota Office of Higher Education (administered through CRMC) Overview: A "learn-while-you-earn" workforce development grant that enables current CRMC…

Grants available for employers to create or expand dual-training initiatives
GREATER FARGO MOORHEAD ECONOMIC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline Program Overview: A Minnesota state program providing grants for employers to create or expand dual-training (earn-as-you-learn) initiatives. Purpose: To develop…

Minnesota Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Minnesota Health Care Loan Forgiveness Programs Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Health Amount: US $6,000 - US $41,000 Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Minnesota Health…

Minnesota Job Skills Partnership · Rolling / Open Foundation

Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Pathways Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: November 17, 2025 Summary The Minnesota Job…

THE ARC MINNESOTA INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Minnesota Microgrant Partnership Funder: The Arc Minnesota Geographic Scope: Minnesota Focus Areas: - Competitive employment - Accessible housing - Community inclusion Eligibility: - Adults receiving…

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

Minnesota Paid Leave - Public Outreach Grants (MN) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: April 15, 2025…

PIPE FITTERS LOCAL UNION NO 539 · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Minnesota Pipe Trades Scholarship Funder: PIPE FITTERS LOCAL UNION NO 539 (Minnesota) Geographic Scope: Minnesota Program Type: Scholarship A scholarship program through the Minnesota Pipe Trades,…

UNITED ASSOCIATION OF JOURNEYMEN & · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Minnesota Pipe Trades Scholarship (Elmer Walls Memorial) Overview: At least two scholarships are awarded annually in memory of Brother Elmer Walls to dependents of United Association members in good…

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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