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
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KISHWAUKEE COLLEGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

PATH Grant Geographic Scope: Kishwaukee College students Focus Areas: Health science programs, including: - Pharmacy technician - Basic nursing assisting - Phlebotomy technician - Sterile processing…

Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pathway to Sustainability Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The Pathway to Sustainability Fund…

SPARK SF PUBLIC SCHOOLS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Pathway to Teaching Program Overview: An accessible credentialing program for aspiring teachers that addresses barriers to entry by providing tuition support and an accelerated timeline to gaining a…

US $5,000 - US $25,000
The Herb Block Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pathways Out of Poverty Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Herb Block Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Pathways Out of Poverty Grant, established by the…

Indiana Latino Institute Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Pathways to Careers (P2C) Program Overview: For students accepted to IUPUI, Ivy Tech Indianapolis, or Marian University. ILI will provide support services, professional and academic guidance, and…

NEW HAMPSHIRE WOMEN'S · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Pathways to Prosperity Grant Funder: New Hampshire Women's Foundation Geographic Scope: New Hampshire Focus Areas: - Economic success and advancement of women and girls - Job training and skill…

New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pathways to Recovery - Round 2 NGO Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Amount: Up to US $1,000,000 Last Updated: April 10, 2025 Summary The Pathways…

Up to US $1,000,000
New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pathways to Recovery Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Amount: Up to US $1,000,000 Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Pathway to Recovery…

Healthsource of Ohio Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Patient Navigation Internship Organization: HealthSource of Ohio Inc Geographic Scope: Ohio (HealthSource of Ohio service area - east of Cincinnati, 20 locations) Program Description: The Patient…

PATRICIA ANN EMBERG CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Patricia Ann Emberg Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Patricia Ann Emberg Charitable Tr Last Updated: June 21, 2025 Summary The Patricia Ann Emberg Charitable Trust Grant provides funding…

CAMBRIDGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Patrick Adas Memorial Scholarship Award Amount: $1,000 Geographic Scope: Cambridge High School graduates, Cambridge, Wisconsin Eligibility: - Graduating seniors from Cambridge High School - Must…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE FOX VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Paul Keyes Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Amount: US $500 Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Paul Keyes Memorial Scholarship…

NEW JERSEY INNOVATION INSTITUTE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Paul Profeta Community Entrepreneurship Program Overview: A free 9-session entrepreneurship workshop developed by Paul Profeta to meet the underserved needs of budding entrepreneurs in the Newark, NJ…

US $100,000 - US $10,000,000
Empire State Development · Rolling / Open Foundation

Pay for Performance Operating Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Empire State Development Amount: US $100,000 - US $10,000,000 Last Updated: December 21, 2025 Summary The Pay for Performance…

Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

PBATS Internship Program Funder: Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society (PBATS) Program Type: International exchange and internship program for athletic trainers Overview: PBATS operates…

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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