Grants for State governments - Employment Labor and Training

The Tarrant Foundation awards between 50 – 70 competitive grants annually. Because we believe we can have the most impact by concentrating these funds in Vermont, applications are accepted only from Vermont organizations. Working-Age Adults: Employment and Financial Independence We support strategies that promote and facilitate the journey to economic independence, and that ultimately reduce reliance on public assistance. Our focus includes: job training/retention, financial literacy, homelessness prevention, and community-based addiction recovery.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various public and nonprofit entities for replacing outdated diesel marine engines with cleaner technologies and for training programs that prepare individuals for careers in zero-emission transportation.

This grant provides funding and support to organizations worldwide that use artificial intelligence to create job opportunities, enhance workforce development, and promote climate resilience.

This funding supports Colorado newsrooms in organizing community engagement events to connect with diverse local residents, address their concerns, and foster trust between journalists and the communities they serve.

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to state, tribal, and territorial governments to improve mining safety and health conditions through training and education initiatives.

The Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program provides funding to organizations to execute state/regional programs that increase the number of SBIR/STTR proposals leading to an increase in the number of SBIR/STTR awards from women, socially/economically disadvantaged individuals, and small businesses in underrepresented areas - typically rural states.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for programs that train and certify workers in Maine's residential energy efficiency sector, promoting job placement and business development in clean energy careers.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations in Worcester County, Maryland, for initiatives designed to prevent youth from starting to use cannabis products.

The Grist Fellowship Program is a paid opportunity aimed at early-career journalists passionate about environmental issues. This program offers participants the chance to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced national news environment while building expertise in climate and environmental journalism. Fellows work full-time for one year, honing essential skills and engaging with leading thinkers in sustainability and climate science. The fellowship positions participants for successful careers in media, with alumni securing roles at prestigious outlets such as The Atlantic, Politico, The Verge, and others. For the 2025–2026 cycle, applications are open until January 21, 2025. Grist is offering fellowships in three specialized areas: Climate News, Climate Solutions, and Indigenous Affairs. Each fellowship includes specific training and responsibilities, and additional details about the roles, compensation, and application process can be accessed on the Grist website. The program runs from May 2025 to April 2026. Fellows gain invaluable training and real-world journalism experience, developing their ability to report on complex environmental issues and contribute meaningfully to the public conversation about sustainability and climate solutions.

This grant provides financial support to organizations in New Mexico that empower socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs, particularly in underserved and rural areas, through capacity-building services and resources.

This funding opportunity supports coalitions of organizations in the Kansas City region working together to create lasting solutions that improve economic mobility for local residents.

This funding opportunity supports collaborative projects and initiatives that promote healthy, resilient rural communities in Maine, focusing on areas like affordable housing, economic development, and climate change planning.

This grant provides financial support and resources to innovative early-stage projects in the fields of heritage conservation, environmental sustainability, and social justice across the United States.

This funding program provides financial support to state agencies, local governments, and universities for residential treatment initiatives aimed at helping incarcerated individuals with substance use disorders reintegrate into their communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research projects that aim to improve the independence, employment, and overall quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

This program provides financial support for training and wraparound services to help low-income individuals in New Jersey gain the skills needed for better employment opportunities.

This funding initiative provides support to nonprofit organizations and community groups in New Jersey to improve awareness and access to workers' rights and benefits for underserved and marginalized communities.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and recognized tribes in Connecticut for small-scale public humanities projects that promote community engagement and understanding of history and culture.

This fellowship provides early-career professionals in the Greater Philadelphia area with funding and support to work on projects that drive systemic change in youth justice, child welfare, education, and health.

This funding opportunity supports local organizations in Lewis County to implement innovative programs that address the opioid crisis through prevention, treatment, and recovery initiatives.