Nonprofit Organization Annual Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fund For Women of the Southern Tier, Inc. Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The Fund for Women of the Southern Tier provides…
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.
Norco Economic Development Fund (NEDF) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater New Orleans Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The Norco Economic Development…
Nordson Corporation Foundation Grant - New Hampshire Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nordson Corporation Foundation Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Nordson Corporation Foundation Grant supports…
Nordstrom Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nordstrom Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: December 06, 2025 Summary The Nordstrom Community Grant focuses on supporting youth and…
Norfolk Southern Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hampton Roads Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: July 12, 2025 Summary The Norfolk Southern Grant aims to support…
Norfolk Southern In-Kind Donation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Norfolk Southern Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Norfolk Southern In-Kind Donation Grant supports organizations…
Norfolk Southern Trades on Track SkillPointe Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Norfolk Southern Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: October 09, 2025 Summary The Norfolk Southern Trades…
North Carolina Appalachian Regional Commission Funds Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Department of Commerce Amount: Up to US $1,000,000 Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The North…
North Carolina State Employees' Credit Union Scholarships Funder: North Carolina State Employees' Credit Union / Blue Ridge Community College NCWorks Geographic Scope: Henderson County and…
North Carolina State Employees' Credit Union Scholarships Funder: Blue Ridge Community College / NCWorks Career Center Geographic Scope: Henderson County and Transylvania County, North Carolina Grant…
Overview Community Impact Guidelines About Funds Available A portion of funds awarded during the Community Impact grant cycle is set aside specifically for programs addressing health for youth under…
North Texas Cares - Phase Two (COVID-19 Response) Overview: Second phase of the North Texas Cares collaborative response to COVID-19 pandemic. Continued collaboration of 31+ North Texas foundations…
Northeast SARE: Partnership Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education Amount: US $30,000 Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The Northeast SARE…
Northern New Mexico Health Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Con Alma Health Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2025 Summary The Northern New Mexico Health Grant, funded by Con…
Northwest Community Bank Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northwest Community Bank Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Northwest Community Bank…
Northwoods Educational Opportunities Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Northwoods Educational…
NRCS/KACD Partnership Affiliate Grant Funder: Kentucky Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in partnership with Kentucky Association of Conservation Districts Award Amount: Covers 90% of…
NRCTC Education and Technical Training Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The NRCTC Education and Technical Training Scholarship,…
Great Lakes ReNEW - NSF Regional Innovation Engine Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) Award Amount: Up to $160 million over 10 years Status: Awarded January 29, 2024 Lead Organization:…
NTCF Toolbox Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Texas Community Foundation Amount: US $20,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The NTCF Toolbox Grants support Tarrant County-based…
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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