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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Workforce Development

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Smart Start Grant Program
$6,000,000
New York State Education Department (NYSED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 14, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and higher education institutions to develop and implement professional development for K-8 teachers in computer science, engineering, and digital literacy, enhancing educational opportunities for students across New York State.

Education
Nonprofits
Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund
$981,250
Maryland Rural Maryland Council (RMC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 24, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Maryland that aim to improve healthcare access and outcomes for underserved rural populations through various health initiatives and programs.

Community Development
Nonprofits
AmeriCorps State and National
$25,000
AmeriCorps (Georgia Department of Community Affairs (Georgia Serves))
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Georgia that engage AmeriCorps members in community service projects addressing local needs, with a focus on areas such as education, economic opportunity, and environmental stewardship.

Community Development
Nonprofits
California Training for Residential Energy Contractors (CA-TREC)
$5,000,000
California Energy Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 13, 2025

This grant provides funding to various organizations in California to develop training programs that enhance the skills of the residential energy efficiency workforce, focusing on electrification and energy-efficient technologies.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant Program
$880,000
South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 25, 2026

This program provides funding to schools and community organizations in South Carolina to create or expand after-school and summer learning opportunities for students and their families, particularly those from low-income backgrounds.

Education
Nonprofits
Eliminating Barriers to Entry: Water Utilities as Community Partners for Career Pipelines
$175,000
Water Research Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 14, 2025

This funding opportunity supports water utilities in partnering with community organizations to create career pathways for underrepresented job seekers in the water sector.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Jerry Dalton Memorial Education Fund
Contact for amount
Washington Metropolitan Auto Body Association
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 20, 2026

This fund provides financial support to students and educational programs in the automotive collision industry across Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, and Washington, DC, helping to enhance learning environments and workforce readiness.

Education
Individuals
Film and TV Workforce Training Program
$180,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 13, 2026

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Illinois that provide workforce training programs to develop a skilled and diverse film and television production workforce, focusing on entry-level positions for high school graduates and equivalent qualifications.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
New Jersey Youth Corps (NJYC)
$375,000
New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This grant provides funding to organizations that support out-of-school youth aged 16 to 25 in New Jersey, helping them reengage in education and career preparation through a structured program that includes academic instruction, community service, and transitional support.

Youth
Nonprofits
Empowering Independent Living Grant
$50,000
Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council (ODDC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 19, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities transition to independent living by equipping them with essential life skills and community resources.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits
Fall Semi-Annual Competitive Grants
Contact for amount
The Cabell Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2024

This program provides funding for nonprofit organizations in Virginia, particularly in the Richmond area, to support significant capital projects that encourage community involvement and additional fundraising efforts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Creating Inclusive Communities Grant Program
$200,000
Virginia Board for People with Disabilities (VBPD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 31, 2026

This grant provides funding for innovative projects that help Virginians with developmental disabilities gain meaningful employment by reducing barriers and enhancing job readiness through community-based initiatives.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
Clinical Research Network on Antimicrobial Resistance (UM1 Clinical Trial Required)
$18,000,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 10, 2026

Date Added

Dec 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to research institutions and organizations to establish a network focused on developing innovative solutions for combating antimicrobial resistance through clinical trials and studies.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Community Grants
Contact for amount
Pickaway County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 8, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in Pickaway County, Ohio, for innovative projects that improve community quality of life, especially for underserved populations.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Cancer Advancement through Partnerships in Research and Infrastructure (CAPRI) (U54 Clinical Trial Optional)
$9,000,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 25, 2027

Date Added

Aug 29, 2025

This funding opportunity supports partnerships between smaller, resource-limited institutions and established cancer research centers to enhance cancer research capacity, infrastructure, and training across the nation.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Outreach and Restoration Grant Program
$150,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Maryland-based public and nonprofit organizations in their efforts to engage communities and implement projects that protect and restore local natural resources, particularly in the Chesapeake and Coastal Bays.

Environment
Nonprofits
Pathways to Prosperity Bridge to Career Pathways Competitive Grants
$400,000
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations that support adults facing employment barriers in Minnesota, helping them access training and services for high-wage jobs while promoting racial equity and economic inclusion.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Oral Health Access and Workforce Development
Contact for amount
Delta Dental Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, government agencies, and educational institutions in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and North Carolina that are working to improve oral health access and equity, particularly for individuals with disabilities.

Health
Nonprofits
Research Training Groups in the Mathematical Sciences
$600,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides funding to U.S. higher education institutions to develop structured research training programs in mathematical sciences, focusing on mentorship and professional development for graduate students, with an emphasis on integrating mathematics with emerging fields like artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
AmeriCorps Missouri State and National Competitive Grants
$25,000
Missouri Community Service Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Missouri that engage individuals in national service to address critical community needs, such as education, disaster recovery, and public health.

Community Development
State governments