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Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Employment Labor and Training

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Integrated English Language and Civics Education (IELCE)
$500,000
Illinois Community College Board (ICCB)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 9, 2024

This program provides financial support to adult education providers in Illinois to deliver integrated English language and civics education, helping English Language Learners gain skills for workforce participation and civic engagement.

Education
State governments
Violence & Delinquency Prevention Programs
$250,000
Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2026

This funding opportunity supports local governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania to implement community-based programs that prevent youth violence and delinquency while promoting collaboration and effective reentry services for system-involved youth.

Youth
City or township governments
Workforce Pell Grant Program
$7,395
Iowa Department of Education
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2026

This initiative provides financial aid to Iowa institutions for short-term workforce training programs that help low-income students gain skills for high-demand jobs without needing to enroll in traditional degree programs.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
NYS AHPERD Foundation Grant
$1,000
NYS AHPERD Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This grant provides funding to educators and community organizations in New York State to develop programs and purchase equipment that enhance health, physical education, recreation, and dance for youth.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
Teacher Residency Program Competitive Grant
$200,000
Minnesota Department of Education (MDE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 24, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to teacher preparation programs and their partners in Minnesota to design and expand residency and apprenticeship programs that strengthen the educator workforce pipeline.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title I - Adult Education and Family Literacy Act Services Grant
$445,695
Montana Department of Labor & Industry (MTDLI)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 11, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to qualified organizations in Montana to deliver no-cost adult education and literacy services to individuals aged 16 and older who are not in school and need assistance with basic skills, secondary credentials, or English language learning.

Education
Nonprofits
Opioid Settlement Funds
$200,000
Johnston County Public Health Department (JCPHD)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 24, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations and community-based groups in Johnston County, North Carolina, to implement employment services and reentry programs aimed at addressing the opioid crisis.

Health
Nonprofits
Accessibility Grant Program
$2,000
North Dakota Council on the Arts
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 13, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to North Dakota organizations and groups working to improve accessibility in arts programming and facilities for individuals with disabilities.

Arts
City or township governments
Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education – Special Projects
$167,000,000
U.S. Department of Education (Office of Postsecondary Education)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to colleges, universities, and nonprofit organizations for innovative projects that address critical issues in higher education, such as integrating artificial intelligence, promoting civil discourse, reforming accreditation, and developing short-term workforce programs.

Education
Nonprofits
Minnesota Job Skills Partnership
$400,000
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports collaboration between Minnesota businesses and educational institutions to create customized training programs that enhance workforce skills, particularly for economically disadvantaged individuals.

Employment Labor and Training
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Promoting Internet Needs of New Mexicans (PINON) Grant
$500,000
New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 14, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to New Mexico organizations working to improve digital access and skills for vulnerable populations, including low-income households, seniors, and rural residents.

Information and Statistics
Nonprofits
AmeriCorps Competitive Traditional
$800,000
Illinois Department of Human Services
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 16, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and local governments in Illinois to deploy AmeriCorps members for community service projects that address critical needs in areas like education, health, and public safety.

Youth
Nonprofits
Local Jobs Fund
Contact for amount
Community Foundation of Central Illinois
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 3, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and government entities in Central Illinois that provide workforce development programs to help individuals gain skills for sustainable employment and break the cycle of poverty.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 AmeriCorps VISTA Program
Contact for amount
AmeriCorps
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and public agencies in their efforts to combat poverty through community empowerment and sustainable solutions in areas such as economic opportunity, education, and environmental stewardship, with a focus on advancing racial equity and serving underserved communities.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits
Industry Sector Grants
Contact for amount
Idaho Workforce Development Council
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 23, 2024

This funding opportunity supports Idaho businesses and organizations in developing training programs to address workforce challenges and skill gaps, ultimately promoting job creation and economic mobility in the state.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Lowe’s Foundation Gable Grants
$1,000,000
The Lowe’s Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 8, 2024

This grant provides funding to community and technical colleges, as well as nonprofit organizations, to develop workforce training programs in skilled trades for underrepresented populations across the United States.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Frank S. Flowers Charitable Trust Grant
$10,000
The Frank S. Flowers Charitable Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 4, 2025

This grant provides financial support to educational, health, and religious organizations in Gloucester County, New Jersey, with a focus on scholarships for local high school graduates and youth programs.

Education
County governments
Spark Good Local Grants
$5,000
Walmart
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities for community-focused projects that address specific needs in the areas surrounding Walmart stores and facilities.

Community Development
City or township governments
The Occupational Safety and Health Training and Education (OSH T&E) Program
$5,900,000
New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 23, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations in New York State to implement training programs that improve workplace safety and reduce occupational hazards.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Cumberland Plateau-Southern Appalachians Stewardship Fund
$750,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions in the Cumberland Plateau and Southern Appalachians to restore ecosystems, improve habitats, and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

Environment
Nonprofits