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FY25 ONR Office Of Naval Research (ONR) Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics(STEM) Education and Workforce Program
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (Office of Naval Research)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 8, 2025

This grant provides funding to a variety of organizations to enhance STEM education and workforce development initiatives, aiming to increase student engagement and proficiency in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Education
For profit organizations other than small businesses
ArtsWave Catalyzing Impact Grant
$10,000
ArtsWave
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 30, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in the Cincinnati-Middletown area to develop arts and cultural projects that promote community engagement, diversity, and educational enhancement.

Arts
Nonprofits
Freedom250 in Cte dIvoire American Spaces
$19,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Cote d Ivoire)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 15, 2026

Date Added

May 6, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that aim to enhance workforce readiness, English language skills, and technology training for youth and early-career professionals in key cities of Cote d'Ivoire, fostering skills that align with U.S. economic and diplomatic interests.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
FY 2021 - 2023 Economic Development RNTA
$500,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (Department of Commerce)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research and technical assistance projects that foster job creation and economic development in distressed communities across the U.S. and its territories.

Community Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
InternshipsVA Matching Grant Program
$7,500
Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 6, 2026

This program provides financial support to Virginia-based employers for creating paid internships that offer valuable work experience to college students, helping to strengthen the local workforce.

Workforce Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Veterans Employment Grant
$5,000
Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 23, 2026

This program provides financial incentives to Wisconsin employers who hire and retain disabled veterans with a service-connected disability rating of at least 50 percent, rewarding them for maintaining employment over a full year.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
Mental Well-being Grant Program
$400,000
Florida Blue Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 21, 2026

Date Added

Apr 8, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and public agencies in Florida that are working to improve mental health access and strengthen the mental health workforce to address issues like stress, anxiety, and depression.

Health
Nonprofits
Foundations in Industry Training (FIT) Grant Program
$297,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 4, 2024

This program provides financial support to organizations in Pennsylvania that sponsor apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship training, helping them develop skilled workers to meet industry demands.

Workforce Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund (RMPIF) Grants - Rural Entrepreneurship, Agricultural, Workforce, and Cooperative Development
Contact for amount
Maryland Rural Maryland Council (RMC)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 10, 2026

Date Added

Apr 29, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural nonprofits, community colleges, and public organizations in Maryland to promote entrepreneurship, workforce development, and infrastructure improvements in rural communities.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Idaho Children’s Trust Fund
$10,000
Idaho Children’s Trust Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2027

Date Added

Oct 23, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and community groups in Idaho that implement programs to prevent child abuse and neglect by strengthening families and addressing critical social issues.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
FY 26 Teacher Quality Partnership (TQP) Program Competition
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Education (Office of Elementary and Secondary Education)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 23, 2026

Date Added

May 8, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to partnerships aimed at improving teacher preparation and effectiveness in high-need schools and educational agencies across the country.

Education
Independent school districts
FAA Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (FAA - Aviation Next Gen)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 22, 2026

Date Added

May 20, 2026

This program provides funding to educational institutions, flight schools, and organizations to develop training initiatives that address the national shortage of qualified pilots and unmanned aircraft systems operators.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Job Development Investment Grant (JDIG)
Contact for amount
State of North Carolina
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2024

This program provides cash incentives to companies that create jobs and invest in North Carolina, encouraging them to expand or establish facilities in the state.

Employment Labor and Training
City or township governments
Regional Alliances and Multistakeholder Partnerships to Stimulate (RAMPS) Cybersecurity Education and Workforce Development
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Commerce (National Institute of Standards and Technology)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 28, 2026

Date Added

Apr 14, 2026

This funding opportunity supports the development of community partnerships to create cybersecurity training programs that address local workforce needs and prepare job-ready candidates in the U.S.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title I - Dislocated Worker Program Services Grant
$589,857
Montana Department of Labor & Industry (MTDLI)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 8, 2026

Date Added

May 11, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist dislocated workers in Montana with career services, training, and job placement to help them re-enter the labor market after job loss due to various circumstances.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
SNAP Next Step Employment and Training Program
Contact for amount
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 22, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that offer job training and educational services to low-income adults in Nebraska, particularly those receiving or eligible for SNAP benefits, to help them secure stable employment and achieve self-sufficiency.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
FAA Aviation Maintenance Technical Workers Workforce
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (FAA - Aviation Next Gen)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 22, 2026

Date Added

May 20, 2026

This program provides funding to educational institutions, nonprofits, and organizations to develop training and support initiatives that encourage individuals, including students and veterans, to pursue careers in aviation maintenance.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Commercial Fishing Occupational Safety Research Cooperative Agreement (U01)
$975,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 28, 2026

Date Added

Jul 8, 2022

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research projects aimed at improving safety for workers in the commercial fishing industry, targeting hazards like vessel disasters and onboard injuries.

Health
State governments
Arts in the Schools Endowment Fund
$6,500
Community Foundation of Mendocino County
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 16, 2024

Date Added

Aug 13, 2024

The Community Foundation of Mendocino County's Arts in the Schools Endowment Fund aims to provide consistent, stable funding for arts education in K-12 schools within Mendocino County, California, in perpetuity. This initiative directly aligns with the Foundation's mission to support and enhance community resources, specifically by fostering arts education as a vital component of K-12 schooling. The endowment model ensures a lasting impact, reflecting a long-term commitment to the cultural and educational enrichment of the region. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are K-12 students in Mendocino County schools, who will benefit from enhanced arts education opportunities. The program also targets professional artists by supporting their placement and work in classrooms. The impact goal is to provide high-quality arts education, ensuring that students have access to trained and professional artists. This approach seeks to cultivate artistic skills, creativity, and cultural appreciation among young learners. The program prioritizes selecting and placing artists in classrooms, as well as providing these artists with the necessary training and resources to deliver high-quality arts education. A key focus is on school-based arts programs, with individual artists required to apply through an organization, which could include educational institutions. This ensures a structured and institutional approach to implementing arts programs within the school system. Expected outcomes include a sustained increase in the availability and quality of arts education programs across Mendocino County schools. Measurable results could involve the number of schools participating, the number of students reached, and the number of professional artists engaged through the program. Ultimately, the Foundation's strategic priority is to establish a robust and enduring framework for arts education, thereby contributing to the holistic development of students and the cultural vitality of the community.

Arts
Nonprofits
Academy for Women Entrepreneurs, FY2025
$35,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Ethiopia)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 23, 2025

Date Added

Dec 16, 2024

This funding opportunity supports programs that empower women entrepreneurs in Ethiopia by providing them with essential skills, resources, and networks to start and grow sustainable businesses.

Women & Girl Services
Nonprofits