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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PALMETTO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Professional Development Initiative Overview: Scholarships for economic development professionals to attend professional development and training courses. Geographic Scope: South Carolina Eligible…

THE AHLA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Professional Development Scholarships Overview: Scholarships to facilitate upskilling and professional certifications for current hotel industry employees. Geographic Scope: United States Focus…

Veteran Womens Enterprise Center · Rolling / Open Foundation

Professional Pipeline for Advancement Overview: A program designed to match unemployed and underemployed women veterans with small businesses positioned for growth and expansion, providing leadership…

PEO Sisterhood NM State Chapter · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Program for Continuing Education (PCE) Overview: Provides need-based grants to women in the United States or Canada whose education has been interrupted and who find it necessary to return to school…

PEO Sisterhood OH State Chapter · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Program for Continuing Education (PCE) Overview: Provides need-based grants to women in the United States or Canada whose education has been interrupted and who find it necessary to return to school…

PEO Sisterhood NE State Chapter · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Program for Continuing Education (PCE) Purpose: Provides need-based grants to women in the United States or Canada whose education has been interrupted and who find it necessary to return to school…

PEO Sisterhood GA State Chapter · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Program for Continuing Education (PCE) Program Type: Need-based grant for women returning to education Geographic Scope: United States and Canada Maximum Award: $4,000 (one-time grant) Purpose:…

PEO Sisterhood CA State Chapter · Rolling / Open Foundation

Program for Continuing Education (PCE) Purpose: Provides need-based grants to women in the United States or Canada whose education has been interrupted and who find it necessary to return to school…

Varies (recent awards range $1,000 - $15,000)
SAN DIEGO IMPERIAL COUNTIES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Program Grant Funder: Foundation for Developmental Disabilities (FDD) Geographic Scope: San Diego and Imperial Counties, California Mission: Funds innovative programs that enhance the quality of life…

KENNETH KENDAL KING FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Program-Related Investment Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kenneth King Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $200,000 Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The Kenneth King Foundation's…

$5,000 - $25,000 per year
DESK DRAWER FUND · June 1, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Programmatic Grants Purpose: Supports programming or operating needs that drive meaningful community impact Funder: MSUFCU Desk Drawer Foundation Geographic Scope: Mid-Michigan, Southeast Michigan,…

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

Programmatic Support- Education Pillar Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Amount: US $25,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Programmatic…

CENTRAL MINNESOTA JOBS AND TRAINING · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Project 180 Pilot Re-entry Grant Funder: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Amount: $200,000 Status: Awarded to CMJTS in April 2023 Geographic Scope: Minnesota statewide;…

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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