Workforce Development Grants

Last updated June 14, 2026

There are currently 2,696 active workforce development grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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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What workforce development grants are open right now?

State of New Jersey Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Public Health Leadership and Workforce Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of New Jersey Department of Health Amount: Up to US $808,276 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The Public…

NEXTGEN CLIMATE AMERICA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Public Sector Apprenticeship Program Funder: U.S. Department of Labor Award Amount: $6 million federal grant over four years Geographic Scope: Statewide California Status: Active/Awarded Announcement…

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Quad Cities Graduate Study Center Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Amount: US $73,800 Last Updated: August 06, 2025 Summary The Quad Cities…

Wisconsin Department of Health Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Qualified Treatment Trainee Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Amount: US $20,000 Last Updated: September 02, 2025 Summary The Qualified Treatment Trainee…

Over $100,000,000 (total since 2017)
THE NEW WORLD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Quality Jobs Fund Funder: New World Foundation Focus Area: Job quality, economic development, workforce development Established: 2017 Total Investment: Over $100 million Program Description The…

THE KANSAS RURAL COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

R-Tech Tool & Machine Scholarship Fund Funder: Doug and Rachelle Routh of R-Tech Tool and Machine, Inc. Overview: An endowed scholarship fund established in December 2008 to assist graduating…

North American Sustainable Refrigeration · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

R-TRADE Supporters Program Funder: North American Sustainable Refrigeration Council (NASRC) Geographic Scope: Nationwide (United States) Status: Launched July 29, 2025; ongoing Overview: The R-TRADE…

RAINWATER CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Rainwater Foundation - Family Economic Security Grant We are seeking to support innovative and impactful programs, with priority given to those that aim to improve student outcomes in…

$50,000 total (2024 awards: $25,000, $15,000, $10,000)
ANOTHER ROUND ANOTHER RALLY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Rally for Tomorrow Sustainability Grants Overview: Another Round Another Rally's Rally for Tomorrow programming includes sustainability grants that provide financial support to organizations…

THE PIEDMONT ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Randal Fellowship Program Overview: The Randal Fellowship is an eight-week hybrid program designed for undergraduate and graduate students interested in careers in environmental stewardship, land…

THE RAPOPORT FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE FROM FUNDER: The website is currently under repairs._ Rapoport Family Foundation Grant The Rapoport Family Foundation (RFF) funds non-profit organizations serving the community in…

Educational Foundation of Lake County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Rays of Hope Foundation Vocational Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Educational Foundation of Lake County Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The Rays of Hope Foundation Vocational…

Raytheon Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Raytheon Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Raytheon Charitable Foundation Last Updated: September 10, 2024 Summary Raytheon Technologies, through its Connect Up initiative, fosters transformative social…

$2,000 (CCEC allocation; total program offers up to $3,000 based on 2024 announcement)
Cass County Electric Cooperative Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

RDFC Grant Program Funder: Cass County Electric Cooperative (CCEC) in partnership with the Rural Development Finance Corporation (RDFC) Status: Active, recurring annual program Geographic Scope: CCEC…

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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