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.

2,734 grants
Federal/ Foundation
Updated daily
Approximately US $1,000
SAMARITAN HEALTH SERVICES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nurse Education Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Samaritan Health Services Amount: Approximately US $1,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary Overview About Samaritan Health Services We’re…

Up to 85% of loan principal and interest cancellation
NEBRASKA METHODIST COLLEGE OF NURSING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nurse Faculty Loan Program (NFLP) Funder: Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Purpose: To help address the growing demand for qualified nursing faculty by providing financial support…

CHARTERCARE FOUNDATION · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Nursing & Continuing Medical Education Scholarships Purpose: Provides scholarships to Rhode Island residents pursuing healthcare careers with a focus on nursing and medical education. Geographic…

Varies (2021: $362,508 total awarded to 71 recipients; 2020: $221,768 total awarded to 48 recipients)
Beacon Health Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Nursing Scholarships and Funds for Clinical Education Funder: Beacon Health Foundation Geographic Scope: Beacon Health System service area (Indiana and Michigan) Purpose: To support nurses pursuing…

US $10,000 - US $150,000
Illinois Board of Higher Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nursing School Grant (IL) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Board of Higher Education Amount: US $10,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Nursing School Grant in Illinois aims…

OAK HILLS MEMORIAL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nursing School Loan Reimbursement Program Funder: Oak Hills Living Center Purpose: To provide financial support to registered nurses and licensed practical nurses to pay off their nursing school…

Up to $25,000 per participant
WEST CENTRAL WISCONSIN COMMUNITY ACTION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nursing Skills Program Overview: Helps low to moderate-income individuals up-skill or re-skill into high demand nursing careers. Funded through a Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)…

PARTNERSHIP FOR ENVIRONMENTAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

NYC Youth in the Environment Initiative Program Name: New York City "Youth-in-the-Environment Initiative" Funders: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 2 & New England Interstate Water…

OReilly Automotive Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview How and Why Giving Back to Communities is Important to O’Reilly From O’Reilly Auto Parts’ inception, O’Reilly co-founder C.H. “Chub” O’Reilly instilled the culture of maintaining high…

Full tuition coverage for CASAC Training Program (350-Hour and 100-Hour students); stipend for 120 hours of internship; CASAC application fee reimbursement; Exam fee reimbursement
OUTREACH PROJECT INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

OASAS Addiction Professionals Scholarship Program (APSP) Funder: Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) Geographic Scope: New York State Overview: The OASAS Addiction Professionals…

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA · October 26, 2028 Federal

Occupational Safety and Health Training Project Grants (T03) The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), invites grant…

US $10,000 - US $25,000
The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Oceanside Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary The Oceanside Community Foundation Grant…

OCHIN INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

OCHIN+ Community Health Workers Training Program Funder: Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Award Amount: Nearly $3 million Award Date: November 11, 2022 Program Overview OCHIN…

North Dakota Department of Commerce · Rolling / Open Foundation

Office of Legal Immigration Grant Program (ND) Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Dakota Department of Commerce Amount: Up to US $125,000 Last Updated: March 28, 2025 Summary The Office of Legal…

Department of Education · May 26, 2026 Federal

Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS): Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA): Training of Interpreters for Individuals Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Individuals…

US ED: Office of Special Education & Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS): Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA): Training of Interpreters for Individuals Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Individuals…

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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