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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Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE) Renewal Grant Illinois Community College Board · Foundation Not published · Up to $3M In 1965, the Illinois General Assembly established the Illinois Community College Board to create a system of public community colleges that would be accessible to every resident.	Not published	Up to $3M
Fabricators & Manufacturers Association Scholarship: Community College, Trade School, or University Grant Fabricators & Manufacturers Assoc Intl · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K Formerly known as Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs (or NBT), SparkForce is the charitable foundation of the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association. While our name has changed, our mission has not.	Not published	Up to $2K
Climate Justice Fellowship (NY) Grant New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) · Foundation Not published · $40K The Climate Justice Fellowship, funded by NYSERDA, invites organizations to host a full-time fellow for one year to advance climate justice and clean energy initiatives in Disadvantaged Communities.	Not published	$40K
Organizer School Nebraska Civic Engagement Table · Foundation Not published · Varies A program through which the Nebraska Table hires, trains, and places community organizers with member organizations.	Not published	Varies
Clowes Fund: New England - Maine Grant The Clowes Fund Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Clowes Fund provides critical support to socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals in New England, focusing on immigrant services, workforce development, and K-12 education.	Not published	Up to $150K
Coastal Bend Shrm Scholarship Grant Coastal Bend Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100 – $16K The Coastal Bend Shrm Scholarship, established in 2006 by the Coastal Bend SHRM, aims to support students majoring in Business with a focus on Human Resources.	Not published	$100 – $16K
Fellowship Training Award for Workforce Expansion Grant Rheumatology Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K The Fellowship Training Award for Workforce Expansion, offered by the Rheumatology Research Foundation, aims to improve access to rheumatology care by supporting the training of fellows at institutions facing funding constraints.	Not published	Up to $150K
Norco Economic Development Fund (NEDF) Grant The Greater New Orleans Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Norco Economic Development Fund Grant, administered by the Greater New Orleans Foundation, aims to enhance the quality of life in Norco through community support for local businesses and workforce development.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Partnership Grant Program Minnesota Job Skills Partnership · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Minnesota Jobs Skills Partnership (MJSP) offers a Partnership Grant Program aimed at enhancing workforce training and development in high-demand sectors.	Not published	Up to $500K
Healthcare Career Scholarship (Volunteers of PRH) Prairie Ridge Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K	Not published	$500 – $1K
Amazon Workers Fund Coworker Solidarity Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Noncredit Strategies at Work (NSAW) Grant Illinois Community College Board · Foundation Not published · $110K The Noncredit Strategies at Work (NSAW) Grant, offered by the Illinois Community College Board, aims to enhance noncredit workforce training at community colleges.	Not published	$110K
Graduate Fellowship Program Public Interest Law Initiative · Foundation Not published · Varies PILI's Graduate Fellowship Program places recent law school graduates in paid fellowship positions at public interest law agencies.	Not published	Varies
Southern SARE: Research and Education Grants Southern Sustainable Agriculture, Research & Education (SARE) · Foundation Not published · Up to $400K The Southern SARE program is inviting pre-proposals for innovative Systems Research Projects and Education Activities that promote sustainable agriculture.	Not published	Up to $400K
PMMI U Skills Fund - For Your Current Workforce Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The PMMI U Skills Fund offers financial support to reimburse 50% of the cost of employee training, up to $15,000 per year for work-related, multi-employee corporate training initiatives.	Not published	Up to $15K
Professional Development Scholarships The Ahla Foundation · Foundation Not published · $30K Scholarships to facilitate upskilling and professional certifications for current hotel industry employees.	Not published	$30K
California Classified School Employee Teacher Credentialing Program California Federation of Teachers Aft 8004 · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K A state-funded grant program providing financial support to classified school employees and paraeducators to earn four-year degrees and teaching credentials.	Not published	Up to $4K
United for Business United Way of Southeast Louisiana · Foundation Not published · Varies A small business accelerator designed to help entrepreneurs strengthen their operations, build financial stability and expand their businesses across Southeast Louisiana.	Not published	Varies
Humboldt Child Care Stabilization Fund - Hiring Bonus Program Arcata Economic Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Women's Foundation of Montana Grant Program Montana Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Women’s Foundation of Montana (WFM) was established at the Montana Community Foundation in 1999 to provide a permanent resource for women and girls in Montana.	Not published	Varies
Rural Health Transformation Pharmacy Initiative Grant Ohio Department of Health and Human Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $2M The Ohio Department of Health’s mission is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans by transforming the state’s public health system through unique partnerships and funding streams; addressing the community conditions and…	Not published	Up to $2M
Supplemental CTE Funds Dept of Education · State Not published · Varies Grant program providing supplemental funding for Career and Technical Education programs, including High and General Cost Pathway Weights adjustments.	Not published	Varies
Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grant Program Missouri Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grant Program supports small agribusinesses in urban Missouri, offering funding for projects that enhance agribusiness sustainability and economic growth.	Not published	Up to $10K
IT Workforce Program Design Grant Metro North Regional Employment Board · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide funds to support the design of training programs to prepare and place Massachusetts residents in information technology occupations.	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 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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