Workforce Development Grants

Last updated October 28, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,659 active workforce development grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, 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: 2,659; 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; 143 with a published date

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Proposition 4 Grant Program Tahoe Conservancy · State Not published · Varies The Conservancy's Proposition 4 program aims to support watershed improvement, forest health biomass utilization, chaparral and forest restoration, and workforce development, and to reduce the risks of climate change impacts upon…	Not published	Varies
Tribal Energy Plan Grant Grid Alternatives · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Application funds are fully subscribed for the current grant cycle. GRID Alternatives’ and the National Tribal Program has worked since 2010 to help tribal communities across the United States achieve their renewable energy goals.	Not published	Varies
U.S. Embassy Djibouti PDS Annual Program Statement U.S. Mission to Djibouti · Federal Forecast · $5K – $25K A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy Djibouti Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program.	Forecast	$5K – $25K
South Dakota: Community Development Block Grants: Urgent Need (SD) South Dakota Governor's Office of Economic Development · Foundation Not published · Varies The South Dakota Community Development Block Grants for Urgent Need provide essential funding for local governments to address pressing community issues.	Not published	Varies
Title V Senior Community Services Employment Program (SCSEP) Purchase Area Development District Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Part of the Aging Services RFP for FY 2024-2026. Funding for senior community services employment programs through the Older Americans Act.	Not published	Varies
GIFT IX Lifelong Learning Grants Community Foundation of Boone County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of Boone County received a $1.5 million Community Support Grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.'s GIFT IX initiative (one of 92 Community Support Grants awarded statewide).	Not published	Varies
Veterans Scholarship Program Education Foundation of the Ccim · Foundation Not published · Varies The CCIM Institute Foundation Veterans Scholarship Program is designed to provide military veterans with funding for real-world education and a foundation for a new career in the dynamic commercial real estate industry.	Not published	Varies
ABSC Foundation Grants Anna B Stearns Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $15K – $20K The Anna B. Stearns Charitable Foundation provides grants to support projects enhancing education, independence, and well-being for women and children, particularly focusing on girls.	Not published	$15K – $20K
Rare Plant RaMP (Research & Mentoring for Post-baccalaureates in Biological Sciences) Quail Botanical Gardens Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Community Investment Fund - Ft. Madison (IA) Freeport McMoran Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Freeport-McMoRan's group-wide guiding philosophy for its community development activities is Transforming Tomorrow Together.	Not published	Varies
Capital Readiness Program (East Coast Hub) Ace Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Comprehensive 8-week virtual accelerator program and capital readiness initiative designed to enhance regional economic development and help minority business enterprises access funding and contracts.	Not published	Varies
TFEC Aspire to Rise Scholarship Fund Grant The Foundation for Enhancing Communities · Foundation Not published · Varies The TFEC Aspire to Rise Scholarship Fund, managed by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities, offers financial support to non-traditional students aged 22 and older who have faced challenges in their educational journey.	Not published	Varies
Washington Federal Foundation: Community Impact Grants Washington Federal Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Washington Federal Foundation offers Community Impact Grants to support nonprofits serving low- and moderate-income populations.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Clowes Fund: New England - Vermont Grant The Clowes Fund Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Clowes Fund focuses on supporting socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals in New England, particularly in Vermont. The fund prioritizes immigrant services, workforce development, and arts education.	Not published	Up to $150K
Staff Development Grant Beartooth Billings Clinic Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Development grants are awarded to current Beartooth employees pursuing further education and professional development to contribute to the future of rural health.	Not published	Varies
Training Scholarships Gallatin Development Corporation DBA Prospera · Foundation Rolling · Varies Prospera offers scholarship support for individuals seeking to attend business trainings and classes. Scholarships are evaluated based on financial need and commitment to the training program.	Rolling	Varies
Ujima Legacy Fund Grants The Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Ujima Legacy Fund will not award grants in 2024.	Not published	Varies
80/20 Foundation Grant 80-20 Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The 80/20 Foundation Grant aims to bolster San Antonio's workforce by funding nonprofits that attract, grow, and retain local talent.	Not published	Varies
Hospitality Sector Pipeline Training Grant Metro North Regional Employment Board · Foundation Not published · Varies Train and place un/underemployed Massachusetts residents into jobs in the hospitality sector.	Not published	Varies
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Alabama, Inc. (TMMAL) Grants Toyota · Foundation Not published · Varies Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Alabama, Inc. (TMMAL) Grants aim to enhance community well-being by supporting nonprofit organizations focused on STEM education and workforce readiness.	Not published	Varies
Weber Specialties Company Scholarship Grant Kalamazoo Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies This scholarship was established by the Weber Specialties Company located in Schoolcraft, Michigan to support students pursuing a certificate or two-year or four-year degree in a manufacturing curriculum.	Not published	Varies
Women's Giving Circle (WGC) Grants Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · Varies The Northeast Michigan Women's Giving Circle is an endowment fund and membership opportunity created in 2006. Grants support projects of interest to women in northeast Michigan.	Not published	Varies
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) - Youth Program Chipola Regional Workforce Development · Foundation Not published · Varies CareerSource Chipola focuses youth funding on out of school youth ages 16 to 24 seeking employment and skill development.	Not published	Varies
Community Medicine and Paramedicine Pilot Programs Iroquois Healthcare Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Pilot programs designed to expand the roles of paramedics and EMTs to provide primary and preventative care services in underserved rural communities.	Not published	Varies

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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 2,659 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 2,659 grants listed, 109 accept applications on a rolling basis, 143 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, 47% 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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