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

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Nebraska Workforce Pell Grant Program
Contact for amount
Nebraska Department of Labor (NDOL)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 4, 2026

This program provides federal Pell Grant funding to eligible students for short-term workforce training programs that prepare them for high-demand jobs in Nebraska.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
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
Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP) Grant for Program
$1,000,000
California Employment Development Department
State

Application Deadline

Oct 12, 2026

Date Added

Nov 5, 2024

This program provides funding to organizations that support California farmworkers by offering essential skills training, job placement assistance, and wraparound services to help them advance in their careers.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Perkins Special Projects Grants
Contact for amount
Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 17, 2026

Date Added

Apr 20, 2026

This funding opportunity supports Washington State community and technical colleges in launching innovative projects that enhance career and technical education, particularly for underserved populations.

Workforce 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
U.S. National Science Foundation State and Regional Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Hubs:
$12,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 4, 2026

Date Added

Aug 7, 2026

This grant provides funding to higher education institutions and nonprofit organizations in the U.S. to create regional partnerships that expand access to artificial intelligence infrastructure for scientific research, education, and workforce development.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF)
$948,000,000
Texas Economic Development & Tourism
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2024

This funding initiative provides financial support to Texas-based public and private entities for semiconductor manufacturing and design projects that boost local economies and foster innovation in the industry.

Science and Technology
State governments
Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program (2027)
$1,000,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 13, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This grant provides funding to libraries, archives, and educational institutions to recruit, train, and retain library and information science professionals, enhancing their ability to meet community information needs.

Education
Nonprofits
Upskill: NJ Incumbent Worker Training Grant Program
$250,000
New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development
State

Application Deadline

Oct 21, 2026

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to New Jersey employers for training their current employees, helping them improve skills and advance in their careers while boosting the competitiveness of their businesses.

Workforce Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Fostering the Future Together: Empowering Youth for a Safe Digital World
$3,000,000
U.S. Department of Labor (Bureau of International Labor Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

Date Added

Aug 3, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working in eligible countries to empower youth at risk of child labor through education, digital skills training, and online safety initiatives.

Youth
Nonprofits
Growing the Clean Energy Workforce – Electric Vehicles (GCEW-EV)
$600,000
New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 3, 2026

Date Added

Apr 14, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to develop training programs that prepare individuals for careers in electric vehicle repair, maintenance, and related services, with a focus on benefiting residents of Disadvantaged Communities in New York State.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
New Mexico's Research, Development and Deployment Fund
Contact for amount
New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This grant provides financial support to New Mexico businesses, public entities, and research institutions to develop and commercialize innovative technologies that drive economic growth and job creation in the state.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Innovative Bridge and Transition Program Grant
$9,300,000
Illinois Community College Board (ICCB)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 2, 2026

Date Added

Aug 14, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that create innovative programs helping individuals aged 16 and older, particularly those with limited skills or disabilities, transition smoothly from education to high-demand employment.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
American Chemical Society Prepare CTP Seed Grant
$20,000
American Chemical Society
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 23, 2026

Date Added

Aug 15, 2025

This grant provides funding to community and technical colleges in the U.S. to enhance training and career pathways for students pursuing technical roles in the chemical industry.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Illinois Returning Residents Clean Jobs Program (CEJA)
$2,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 24, 2024

This program provides funding to community organizations that offer education and job training in clean energy for individuals in Illinois prisons who are nearing their release, helping them successfully reintegrate into society and the workforce.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Workforce Pell Program
Contact for amount
Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 3, 2026

This program provides federal financial aid to eligible institutions in Tennessee for short-term workforce training programs that equip individuals with in-demand skills for high-wage jobs.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Rev Up EV Initiative: Curriculum and Student Success Grant Program
$350,000
Illinois Community College Board (ICCB)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

Date Added

Aug 17, 2026

This funding opportunity supports Illinois community colleges in developing electric vehicle education programs and providing student support services to enhance workforce readiness in the green economy.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
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
Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Partnership and Pathways Programs
$500,000
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 14, 2026

Date Added

Jul 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations in Minnesota to support adult residents facing employment barriers by offering training and resources for high-demand jobs, with a focus on promoting racial and economic equity.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Workforce Pell Program
Contact for amount
South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation (DLR)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2026

This program provides financial aid to educational institutions in South Dakota to support students in short-term training programs that lead to high-demand careers and recognized credentials.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education