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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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…

Solar United Neighbors Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

The Fremont Area Elderly Needs Fund · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

The Amazing X Charitable Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Fremont Area Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

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…

Variable ($1.4M - $2.6M per awardee)
SELECTFLORIDA INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

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…

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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