Workforce Development Grants

Last updated October 28, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,658 active workforce development grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 62 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,265 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 2,658; from 1,681 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $5,000–$200K
Total listed funding: $580.6M; across 1,265 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 109; 142 with a published date

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Entrepreneurship and Business Support Grant Patterson Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Interested and eligible organizations can submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) through the Patterson Family Foundation Grants Portal starting April 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM (Noon) CST.	Not published	Varies
International Medical Graduate (IMG) Career Guidance and Support Grant Program Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $100K – $400K The International Medical Graduate (IMG) Career Guidance and Support Grant Program aims to assist immigrant medical graduates in overcoming barriers to licensure and practice in Minnesota.	Not published	$100K – $400K
Summer Entrepreneurship Fellowship for Future Healthcare Leaders Aim-Hi Accelerator Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K A 2025 summer fellowship program offered in partnership with Georgetown Entrepreneurship for those passionate about pursuing a career in healthcare entrepreneurship, particularly in oncology.	Not published	$5K
Equity Innovation Fund United Way of Racine County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
HSMAI Foundation Student Event Grant Foundation of the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International · Foundation Rolling · Up to $8K	Rolling	Up to $8K
DCHS-Wide Human Services Workforce Stabilization Grant King County Department of Community and Human Services · State Not published · Up to $200K FS 6: DCHS-wide Human Services Workforce Stabilization, Round Three This RFP aims to improve staff recruitment and retention within organizations with active Department of Community & Human Services (DCHS) awards providing Human Services…	Not published	Up to $200K
Impact Lending Program The Gerald S and Miriam M Friedkin Supporting Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A pioneering philanthropic tool enabling Donor-Advised Funds (DAF) and supporting foundations to make low-interest loans to mission-driven financial institutions serving marginalized communities.	Not published	Varies
Grants for Change Invest in Others Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K	Not published	Up to $25K
2025-2026 Career and Technical Education State Student Organizations Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $27K – $83K The 2025-2026 Career and Technical Education State Student Organizations Grant supports thirteen organizations in Texas, fostering leadership and career development for students.	Not published	$27K – $83K
Illinois Small Business Development Centers Grant Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Foundation Not published · $80K – $525K The Illinois Small Business Development Centers, operated by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), provide essential support to small businesses and entrepreneurs in Illinois.	Not published	$80K – $525K
Federal Work-Study Program WOR-WIC Community College Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A financial aid opportunity for students to work on campus while earning money to help pay for their education. The program is designed to enhance professional growth through on-the-job experience.	Not published	Varies
Strategic Initiative Grants Community Foundation of Wabash County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Strategic Initiative Grants align with the Foundation's Education Impact Strategy to break the cycle of poverty by advancing educational attainment from early childhood to adulthood.	Not published	Varies
Newport Priest River Rotary & Howard Wildin Education Scholarship Grant Innovia Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Newport Priest River Rotary & Howard Wildin Education Scholarship Scholarships and individual awards to achieve a specific objective will be made in the form of grants to students, apprentices or interns participating in a training…	Not published	Varies
Vermont Grant Program- Equity & Justice Ben & Jerry's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies For 2025, we will target the $300,000 dollars allocated to this program to support Vermont non-profit organizations experiencing adverse impacts to their work and their communities as a result of federal actions.	Not published	Varies
Perkins Vocational/Applied Technology Act, Basic Grant (Title II, Part C) State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies Improve academic and occupational skill competencies needed to work in a technologically advanced society.	Not published	Varies
Artificial Intelligence Technology in Career and Technical Education Pathways Grant New Jersey Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Artificial Intelligence Technology in Career and Technical Education Pathways grant aims to enhance Career and Technical Education (CTE) by integrating high-quality AI applications.	Not published	Up to $25K
Learn and Earn Career Pathway Program First up · Foundation Rolling · Varies An integrated academic and on-the-job learning program that combines competency development, coaching, mentorship, and professional development.	Rolling	Varies
FFN Training & Support Program Colorado Statewide Parent Coalition · Foundation Not published · $42K – $294K	Not published	$42K – $294K
Elmer Alberston Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of Mendocino County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Elmer Alberston Scholarship Fund, established by the Elmer Albertson Trust, aims to support the future workforce of Mendocino County.	Not published	Varies
Clowes Fund: Indianapolis Grant The Clowes Fund Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Clowes Fund, based in Indianapolis, provides grants focusing on socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals through Immigrant Services and Workforce Development.	Not published	Up to $150K
Fund for Veterans' Assistance (FVA) - General Assistance (GA) Grants Texas Veterans Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fund for Veterans' Assistance (FVA) offers General Assistance Grants to support veterans and their families in Texas.	Not published	Varies
United Way + Tyson Foods Summer Internship - Resource Development Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K Summer internship position focused on resource development to promote community awareness regarding student achievement gaps and the need for additional resources to support teacher-initiated grants that uplift vulnerable students.	Not published	$3K
Jim & Betty Lilly Scholarship Fund Grant Stanislaus Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K Stanislaus Community Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in order to help them achieve their educational and career goals.	Not published	$1K
Salem Five Community Donations Program Grant Salem Five Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Salem Five Community Donations Program Grant, offered by the Salem Five Charitable Foundation, supports organizations that positively impact local communities, focusing on Economic Self-Sufficiency, Food Insecurity, and Human Services.	Not published	Up to $10K

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About 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do workforce development grants award?

Of the 2,658 workforce development grants Grantable lists as of October 28, 2026, 1,265 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $200K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most workforce development grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) (21), Minnesota Department of Health (19), New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (16), Illinois Community College Board (15), and Montana State University (15). In all, 1,681 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are workforce development grants due?

Of 2,658 grants listed, 109 accept applications on a rolling basis, 142 have a published upcoming deadline, 702 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 1,705 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 46% fall in October–December.

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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