Last updated June 14, 2026
There are currently 2,696 active workforce development grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and 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.
Reach Your Potential for Vocational, Technical or Trade School Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hamilton County Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Reach Your Potential…
Ready, Set, Solar! For Rural Businesses Program Organization: Solar United Neighbors (SUN) Program Type: Educational support program (not a direct grant) Overview: A 10-week program that helps walk…
Ready2Work Award Purpose: Help recent graduates overcome barriers to employment by providing a one-time award. Award Amount: $250 Geographic Scope: West Michigan Eligibility: - Students who recently…
Ready2Work Award Status: Active Geographic Scope: West Michigan (primary), with limited eligibility for those outside the region Focus Area: Employment support for recent graduates Overview: The…
Ready2Work Award Overview: A one-time award designed to help recent graduates overcome barriers to employment by providing financial support for essential work-related needs. Award Amount: $250…
Rebuild Florida Workforce Recovery Training Program Overview: A workforce training program designed to train Floridians in construction trades necessary to support disaster recovery efforts following…
Rebuild Texas Fund Geographic Scope: Texas (41 counties affected by Hurricane Harvey) Focus Areas: Long-term disaster recovery, community rebuilding Overview: The Rebuild Texas Fund was launched…
Reconnecting Youth to Economic and Education Opportunities Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust Last Updated: July 22, 2025 Summary The Reconnecting Youth to Economic and…
Recover St. Lucie Workforce Training and Development Programs Status: COVID-19 relief program (launched September 2020) Geographic Scope: St. Lucie County, Florida Funding Source: Federal CARES Act…
Recovery to Work Program - Implementation Grant Organization: Tuscarawas County Economic Development Corporation (TCEDC) Funder: Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Status: Planning stage -…
Recovery to Work Program - Planning Grant Organization: Tuscarawas County Economic Development Corporation (TCEDC) Funder: Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Award Year: 2023 Geographic Scope:…
Red Wing Trades Scholarship Overview: A scholarship and equipment gift established by Dylan and Rob Herr, owners of the Red Wing store in Casper. The program supports students majoring in trades…
Reentry Project Grant Funder: U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration (DOLETA), managed by Institute of Educational Leadership (IEL) Status: Peckham was awarded as one of…
REETAIN Bonuses Status: Active Geographic Scope: Minnesota Purpose: Bonus payments for early childhood educators Overview: Program providing financial bonuses to early childhood educators. According…
Refugee Targeted Assistance Program To provide services intended to result in the economic self-sufficiency and reduced welfare dependency of refugees through employment. Services includes…
Regional & Affiliate Grantmaking - Clinton and Nancy Schilling Technical Educational Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last…
Regional Impact Grants: Willimantic Basic Needs Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: Up to US $8,000 Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The…
Regional Investment Initiative - Implementation Phase Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Labor and Workforce Development Agency Amount: More than US $500,000 Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The…
Regional K-16 Education Collaboratives Grant Program Funder: State of California (established in 2021 Budget Act) Total Funding: $250 million statewide investment (one-time) Webinar Announcement…
Grant to strengthen awareness, opportunities, and retention in Nevada's STEM education and workforce pathways. Funding is provided on a reimbursement basis for the period through June 30, 2027.
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.
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.
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.