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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Partners In Island Education Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ogden/Chaffey Scholarship Organization: Partners In Island Education Inc (PIE) Geographic Scope: Vinalhaven, Maine Focus Areas: Post-secondary education at less-than-four-year programs (vocational,…

OGE ENERGY CORP FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Applications are accepted year-round; however, funding decisions are made three times a year. Applications are evaluated three times per year during committee meetings._ Foundation…

ServeOhio · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ohio AmeriCorps Formula Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: ServeOhio Last Updated: October 07, 2025 Summary The Ohio AmeriCorps Formula Grants, administered by ServeOhio, engage over 80,000 Americans…

OHIO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RESEARCH · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ohio Chamber Research Foundation Fellows Program Overview: A groundbreaking initiative designed to improve Ohio's business climate through rigorous research, innovative policy development, and…

Ohio Department of Higher Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ohio Work Ready Grant (OWRG) (OH) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ohio Department of Higher Education Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Ohio Work Ready Grant (OWRG) provides financial assistance to…

Approximately US $15,000
OLD NATIONAL BANK FOUNDATION INC XXX-XX-XXXX · Rolling / Open Foundation

Old National Bank Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Old National Bank Amount: Approximately US $15,000 Last Updated: December 27, 2025 Summary The Old National Bank Foundation offers grants to…

Up to 50% of participant/employee wages
SUNCOAST WORKFORCE BOARD INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

On-the-Job Training (OJT) Overview: On-the-Job Training addresses the critical workforce needs of eligible employers in attaining a qualified, skilled workforce with the competencies they need.…

GREATER SARASOTA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE · Rolling / Open Foundation

On-The-Job Training (OJT) Overview: A hands-on method of teaching employees the knowledge and skills needed to perform a specific job. OJT allows employees to gain experience working in situations…

$2,500 seed grant per graduate
LANSING ECONOMIC AREA PARTNERSHIP · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

One & All Program Overview: LEAP's longest-running entrepreneurial support initiative that provides intensive 2-month training for aspiring business owners from all walks of life across the Lansing…

AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

One AWWA Operator Scholarship (OAOS) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Water Works Association (AWWA) Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: July 27, 2025 Summary Overview About MN AWWA The Minnesota…

CARAVANSERAI PROJECT · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

One-on-One Coaching Program Type: Individual business coaching through Caravan SBDC Overview: Our team of Caravan SBDC consultants provide one-on-one business coaching in both English and Spanish to…

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD WORK4WV · Rolling / Open Foundation

One-Stop Operator Contract Funder: Region 1 Workforce Development Board (WORK4WV) Geographic Scope: Eleven-county local workforce development area of Region 1 in West Virginia (Fayette, Greenbrier,…

Up to US $500,000
THE GOLDEN LEAF INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Open Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Golden LEAF Inc Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Open Grants Program by the Golden LEAF Foundation offers funding…

CENTRAL MINNESOTA JOBS AND TRAINING · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Operation Exploration Youth Summer Camps Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development - Youth at Work Grant Initiative Amount: $150,000 annually Status: Awarded July 2025…

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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