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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Fashion Impact Fund PVBLIC Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fashion Impact Fund is a program of PVBLIC Foundation dedicated to supporting fashion skills training programs led by women for women to achieve education, employment, and economic inclusion.	Not published	Varies
RFP- Health Care Workforce Grant Cambia Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · $30K – $60K Cambia Health Foundation seeks to improve health care through focused investments in the health care workforce. They aim to expand, diversify, and train professionals to address behavioral health provider shortages.	Not published	$30K – $60K
Aerospace Career Enhancement (ACE) Scholarship Grant Native Forward Scholars Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Aerospace Career Enhancement (ACE) Scholarship is designed for eligible American Indian and Alaska Native students pursuing engineering and high-demand degrees in Washington state.	Not published	Up to $10K
Charitable Trust Stabilization Fund Grant Illinois Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Charitable Trust Stabilization Fund Grant aims to support small nonprofits in Illinois by providing funding for programs in food, housing, and workforce development.	Not published	Up to $20K
Police First-Line Supervisor and Administrator Training Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services · State Not published · Varies Provide mandated training to newly promoted supervisors and administrators. One week (35 hours) programs are regularly conducted throughout the State for each program.	Not published	Varies
Hamilton Family Foundation Grant Hamilton Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Multi-year grants: requests must be approved in advance by the Trust Office._ A community where strong and accessible education can expand worlds and change lives.	Not published	Varies
Neil T. Adkins Scholarship (Lineworker Program) Powder River Energy Corporationfoundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Neil T. Adkins Scholarship was established in memory of a young man who was killed in an automobile accident in June 2009. Neil was 20 years old and had attended Bismarck State College in the Lineworker Program.	Not published	Varies
Texas Solar Energy Internship Program (SEIP) Texas Solar Energy Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A statewide internship program designed to facilitate pathways to jobs and opportunities in solar energy for female students and students of color.	Not published	Varies
Neighborhood Builders Program Grant Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Neighborhood Builders Program, supported by Bank of America, empowers 501(c)(3) nonprofits through a two-year leadership development initiative.	Not published	Varies
Access to Jobs Grant District of Columbia Mayor’s Office of Returning Citizens Affairs · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Access to Jobs Grant aims to support organizations in hiring returning citizens in Washington, D.C. Employers can receive funding to hire up to ten individuals for a minimum of 8 weeks, with subsidies covering 40% of the minimum wage…	Not published	Up to $75K
Operation Intern ND Department of Commerce · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Equity Workforce Training Implementation Grants (MA) Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) · Foundation Not published · Up to $1.2M The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) offers Equity Workforce Training Implementation Grants to enhance access to training for individuals from underrepresented communities.	Not published	Up to $1.2M
Recover St. Lucie Workforce Training and Development Programs Workforce Development Board of the Treasure Coast Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K Workforce training and development programs designed to support St. Lucie County residents and businesses economically impacted by COVID-19. The initiative includes two distinct funding tracks:	Not published	$5K – $10K
Montana Health Federal Credit Union Certified Nursing Assistant Scholarship St John's Lutheran Ministries Inc · Foundation Not published · $450 Financial support for individuals interested in obtaining their CNA license and pursuing a career at St. John's United Funds made available through the generosity of donors to the St. John's Foundation, in partnership with Montana Health…	Not published	$450
Norfolk Southern In-Kind Donation Grant Norfolk Southern Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Norfolk Southern In-Kind Donation Grant supports organizations seeking physical donations of materials that align with their focus areas, including safety, sustainability, workforce development, and thriving communities.	Not published	Varies
Science Policy Fellowship American Chemical Society · Foundation Not published · Varies From environmental sustainability to homeland security, policy-makers make decisions that require input from and have impact on the chemical community.	Not published	Varies
HCF: Women's Fund Grants Hamilton Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hamilton Community Foundation's Women's Fund Grants support innovative programs that empower women and girls in Butler County.	Not published	Varies
Prosperity 10,000 Program Lane Workforce Partnership · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oregon Prosperity 10,000 program drives growth and prosperity in Lane County by supporting private sector businesses and enhancing workforce skills through upskilling and retraining initiatives.	Not published	Varies
College Fellowship Grant District of Columbia Department of Employment Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The College Fellowship Program (CFP) aims to support recent college graduates in their transition to impactful careers in public and private sectors.	Not published	Up to $300K
Lauren P. Miller Apprenticeship Scholarship Grant Wyoming Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $600 The Lauren P. Miller Apprenticeship Scholarship, managed by the Wyoming Community Foundation, offers financial support to individuals enrolled in Registered Apprenticeship Programs recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor.	Not published	$600
Haginaa Kidul (Helping to Grow) Vocational Training Scholarship Aleutian Pribilof Island Community Development Association APICDA · Foundation Rolling · Up to $2K Scholarship providing financial support for vocational training programs on a rolling, first-come, first-served basis.	Rolling	Up to $2K
WA New & Recompete AmeriCorps Operational Grant Serve Washington · Foundation Not published · Varies The WA New & Recompete AmeriCorps Operational Grant supports organizations ready to launch or renew AmeriCorps programs, enhancing national service and community engagement in Washington.	Not published	Varies
BHHS Legacy Foundation General Grant Program Legacy Connection · Foundation Rolling · $3K – $250K	Rolling	$3K – $250K
FY27 RFP PHTHORC27001 for Iowa Rural Residency Program Iowa Department of Health and Human Services · 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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