Workforce Development Grants

Last updated October 28, 2026

Grantable tracks 2,659 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: 2,659; 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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Peer Personnel Training and Placement Program (CA) Grant California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Peer Personnel Training and Placement Program in California aims to enhance mental health services by training individuals with lived experience to fill peer support roles.	Not published	Varies
AFMA Education Foundation Scholarships - Employee Arizona Food & Drug Industry Founda · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K Support education and training for AFMA member company employees.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Emberg Charitable Trust Grant Emberg Charitable Trust-Main · Foundation Not published · Varies The Emberg Charitable Trust was established under the Kermit Charles Emberg Revocable Trust Agreement dated March 8, 2017. The trust provides grants for the benefit of education throughout northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin.	Not published	Varies
Carnegie Corporation of New York - Profiles in Collective Leadership Horizon Education Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · $200K About CareerWise Elkhart County (Recipient):	Not published	$200K
Youth Workforce Development Program Grant District of Columbia Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Youth Workforce Development Program by the District of Columbia Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services aims to prepare justice-involved youth for successful transition into adulthood.	Not published	Up to $300K
GCF: The Turnout Grants Galesburg Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies GCF: The Turnout Grants invite local nonprofits, schools, and government agencies in Knox and Warren Counties to apply for funding. This streamlined process allows organizations to seek capacity, general operating, or programmatic support.	Not published	Varies
The Nowak Fellowship Grant The Reinvestment Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nowak Fellowship, part of Reinvestment Fund, supports pre-graduate school fellows aspiring to careers in community economic development.	Not published	Varies
Foundation for a Healthy Carolina Grant Foundation for the Carolinas · Foundation Not published · Varies Foundation for a Healthy Carolina directs grantmaking to organizations that are aligned with its vision to create equity and enhance access to quality healthcare for vulnerable populations.	Not published	Varies
FY26 CTE Innovation and Support RFA Grant Kentucky Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Kentucky Department of Education is offering the FY26 CTE Innovation and Support RFA to enhance public education through innovative projects in Career and Technical Education (CTE).	Not published	Up to $100K
2025-2026 Texas Strategic Compensation for ESCs Grant (TSCEG) Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · $225K The 2025-2026 Texas Strategic Compensation for ESCs Grant aims to enhance teacher and principal retention by promoting strategic compensation systems.	Not published	$225K
Women's Endowment Fund Grant Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Women's Endowment Fund Grant, initiated in 1993, aims to uplift women and girls in Summit County through significant financial support and empowerment programs.	Not published	Varies
Rural Community Development Initiative (RCDI) Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation · Foundation Not published · $230K RCDI helps community-based development organizations, federally recognized Indian tribes and other groups promote economic development in low-income, rural communities.	Not published	$230K
Human Services Career Support (HSCS) Program Open Sky Community Services Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The HSCS Program is a 13-week intensive program designed to support individuals in establishing sustainable careers in human services.	Not published	Varies
Youth Development Grant Program California State Library · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Development Grant Program aims to empower California public libraries to enhance summer meal initiatives by providing teens with valuable leadership and workforce readiness skills.	Not published	Varies
Offshore Wind Works - Workforce Training & Development Grants The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Offshore Wind Works program aims to build a qualified and equitable workforce for the growing offshore wind industry in Massachusetts.	Not published	Varies
EPSCoR RII Research Fellows Limited Competition Grant Maine Sea Grant · Foundation Not published · Up to $3M EPSCoR RII Research Fellows Limited Competition EPSCoR RII: EPSCoR Research Fellows directly aligns with the NSF EPSCoR strategic goal of establishing sustainable Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) professional…	Not published	Up to $3M
Primary Care Residency Expansion Grant Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · $75K – $400K The Primary Care Residency Expansion Grant Program, authorized by Minnesota Statutes Section 144.1506, aims to establish new primary care residency programs and train eligible residents in Minnesota.	Not published	$75K – $400K
P.E.O. Program for Continuing Education (PCE) PEO Sisterhood AZ State Chapter · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K A need-based grant program providing one-time grants to women in the United States or Canada whose education has been interrupted and who find it necessary to return to school to support themselves and/or their families.	Not published	Up to $4K
Regional Workforce Impact Program (RWIP) (ND) Grant North Dakota Department of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Regional Workforce Impact Program (RWIP) in North Dakota aims to empower local solutions to workforce challenges by providing tailored funding mechanisms.	Not published	Up to $500K
Upskilling Tucson Grant Groundswell Capital · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K	Not published	Up to $10K
Very Small Agency Backfill Program Colorado POST Grants · State Not published · $5K Designed specifically for agencies with 10 or fewer peace officers (larger agencies considered on case-by-case basis). The program assists very small agencies with schedule coverage so their staff can attend law enforcement training.	Not published	$5K
Competitive Community Grant- Civic & Economic Opportunities- Spring Cycle Santa Fe Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K Community members are aware of, engaged, and involved in issues that affect them.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Education Grants Louisiana Hospitality Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Louisiana Hospitality Foundation was founded in 2006 by David Blitch, Tony Abadie, and a select group of hospitality industry leaders.	Not published	Varies
FY27 (CTSOs) Career and Technical Student Organizations - Support Education · State Not published · Varies	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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