Workforce Development Grants

Last updated October 27, 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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Mentored Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Award for Workforce Expansion Grant Rheumatology Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K The Mentored Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Award for Workforce Expansion, funded by the Rheumatology Research Foundation, aims to increase the number of rheumatology healthcare providers across the U.S. This initiative addresses…	Not published	$25K
GFO-23-312r2 – Round 2 Community Energy Reliability and Resilience Investment Grant Program California Energy Commission · Foundation Not published · $5.2M – $20.7M The GFO-23-312r2 grant program aims to enhance community energy reliability and resilience in California by funding deployment projects.	Not published	$5.2M – $20.7M
Duke Energy: South Carolina: Local Impact Grants Duke Energy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Duke Energy Foundation offers Local Impact Grants to enhance the quality of life in South Carolina. Grants up to $20,000 support initiatives in vibrant economies, climate resiliency, and opportunity and inclusion.	Not published	Up to $20K
Scholarship Application (Cannabis Industry Education) Last Prisoner Project · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Borislav Dumitrov Memorial Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains Our mission at the Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains is to improve the region’s quality of life through the power of philanthropy.	Not published	Varies
Rural Primary Care Residency Training Grant Program - Phase 2- Program Sustainability Minnesota Department of Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $225K The Rural Primary Care Residency Training Grant Program aims to enhance primary care residency training in rural Minnesota. With funding between $1.5 to $2 million, it supports planning, accreditation, and training.	Not published	Up to $225K
Workforce Shortage Assistance Grant Program Maryland Higher Education Commission · State Not published · Varies Designed to help fill critical workforce shortages in Maryland. Applicant's apply to work in the fields of employment listed in A-4 below.	Not published	Varies
Foundations in Industry Training (FIT) Grant Program Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · $9K The Foundations in Industry Training (FIT) Grant Program aims to enhance apprenticeship opportunities in Pennsylvania by supporting registered programs.	Not published	$9K
WATER, WASTEWATER, and STORMWATER – Forest Economy Program Northern Borders Regional Commission · State Not published · Up to $100 Supports community development projects, workforce training and development projects, marketing/communication and education projects, business planning and technical assistance projects, and public infrastructure (transportation, water…	Not published	Up to $100
Reverend Elie Collier Memorial Scholarship Grant The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Reverend Elie Collier Memorial Scholarship honors the legacy of Rev. Elie Collier, who founded an auto body business and a church dedicated to community service.	Not published	Up to $5K
Student-Parent Success Model (Community College Partnership) Women's Foundation of Alabama · Foundation Not published · Varies This is one of Women's Foundation of Alabama's well-known ongoing grantmaking initiatives, representing a mainstay of the foundation's workforce development strategy.	Not published	Varies
Marietta Kiwanis Foundation, Inc. Skilled Trades Scholarship Grant The Marietta Kiwanis Foundationinc · Foundation Not published · $3K Easily learn more about the Marietta Kiwanis Foundation, Inc. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 15 Mar 2027. We are about helping children, right here in Marietta!	Not published	$3K
Heavy Constructors Association Summer Internship Program Heavy Constructors Association of the GRTR KC Area Industry Advancement Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies A paid summer internship program for students eager to explore and gain practical experience in heavy construction.	Not published	Varies
AmeriCorps Missouri Operational Grant Missouri Community Service Commission · Foundation Not published · Varies The AmeriCorps Missouri Operational Grant aims to enhance community service through national service and volunteerism.	Not published	Varies
Tech Workers Fund Coworker Solidarity Fund · Foundation Not published · $3K Worker activists and organizers use stipends to cover: Beyond cash stipends, recipients receive: The Tech Worker Committee determines tech sector participation by examining:	Not published	$3K
Career and Technical Education (CTE) Awards Program Kiwanis Club of Roanoke Va Inc · Foundation Not published · $4K Assist and celebrate Roanoke County and Roanoke City high school CTE students that are graduating and entering the workforce	Not published	$4K
GEEDC Grants Greater Erie Economic Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greater Erie Economic Development Corporation (GEEDC), founded in 1974, promotes diversity in workforce development through its grant program.	Not published	Varies
Dubuque County Child Care Solutions Fund Grant: AccessDubuqueJobs.com Investment Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dubuque County Child Care Solutions Fund Grant, administered by the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, aims to enhance childcare access and quality in the region.	Not published	Varies
State Street Foundation Grant State Street Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The State Street Foundation Grant supports nonprofits and NGOs that promote economic opportunity and reduce equity gaps in education and employability.	Not published	Varies
Mabel Louise Riley Foundation: Riley Foundation Grants Riley Mabel Louise Tr Uwill · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K The Mabel Louise Riley Foundation provides grants to support low-income children and youth in Boston.	Not published	$50K – $100K
Rural Innovation Network Center on Rural Innovation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rural Innovation Network is a growing consortium of small towns engaged in building digital economy ecosystems.	Not published	Varies
Neighborhood Partners Program Grant Pseg Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $15K The Neighborhood Partners Program, initiated by the PSEG Foundation, aims to create inclusive and sustainable communities.	Not published	$500 – $15K
Booker T. Jones Scholarship Fund Community Foundation for Mississippi · Foundation Not published · Varies The Booker T. Jones Scholarship provides financial support to students who graduate from MINACT-run Job Corps programs and plan to enroll at a college or university.	Not published	Varies
One AWWA Operator Scholarship (OAOS) Grant American Water Works Association · Foundation Not published · $1K The Minnesota Section American Water Works Association (MN AWWA) is a Section of the American Water Works Association (AWWA), the world's largest association of water professionals.	Not published	$1K

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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 27, 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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