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Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Workforce Development

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U.S.-ROK Strategic Partnership Initiatives
$100,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to South Korea)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

May 15, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for innovative projects that strengthen the partnership between the United States and South Korea, focusing on areas like economic cooperation, cybersecurity, and workforce development.

International Development
Nonprofits
Specialty Crop Research Initiative
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 15, 2026

Date Added

Apr 14, 2026

This funding opportunity supports collaborative research and extension projects aimed at improving the productivity and sustainability of the U.S. specialty crop industry, including fruits, vegetables, and horticultural crops.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Expeditions in Computing
$15,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2027

Date Added

Jul 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports U.S. higher education institutions and their partners in conducting transformative, long-term research in computing and information science, with a focus on collaboration and broadening participation in the field.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority Technology Development Grant
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to not-for-profit organizations and educational institutions in Pennsylvania to promote technology innovation and create high-skill job opportunities across various sectors.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
EDU Core Research
$2,500,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Date Added

May 23, 2025

This program provides funding for researchers to explore and improve STEM education, focusing on learning environments, broadening participation, and workforce development across various age groups and settings.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Research Incubators for STEM Excellence
$8,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 11, 2026

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides funding to higher education institutions and non-profit organizations in eligible jurisdictions to develop sustainable research incubators that enhance STEM research capacity and collaboration.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
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
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC)
$6,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 26, 2027

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides funding for collaborative research projects between institutions in eligible jurisdictions to strengthen STEM research infrastructure and promote workforce development.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
OSERS-OSEP: Personnel Preparation of Special Education, Early Intervention, and Related Services Personnel
$1,250,000
U.S. Department of Education
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 2, 2026

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This grant provides funding to colleges and nonprofit organizations to train and support individuals pursuing careers in special education and related services for children with disabilities.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Recruitment of Established Investigators (REI) Grant Program
$4,000,000
Texas Cancer Prevention and Research Institute (CPRIT)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 22, 2026

Date Added

Jun 24, 2024

This grant provides funding to established researchers in Texas to advance innovative cancer research and prevention efforts, ultimately aiming to improve treatment and outcomes for cancer patients.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program
$750,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 16, 2026

Date Added

May 14, 2026

This program provides funding to collaborative partnerships that offer education and support to individuals with ten or fewer years of farming or ranching experience, helping them establish and sustain successful agricultural operations.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Early Career Research Program (ECRP)
$2,750,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Office of Science)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 2, 2026

Date Added

Mar 4, 2026

This program provides funding to exceptional early-career scientists at U.S. academic institutions and national laboratories to support innovative research in various energy-related scientific fields.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY 2026 Continuation of Solicitation for the Office of Science Financial Assistance Program
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Office of Science)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This funding opportunity supports a wide range of fundamental scientific research projects across various disciplines, including energy, environment, and national security, aimed at advancing knowledge and innovation in the United States.

Science and Technology
Individuals
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems (E-CORE)
$10,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 21, 2026

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to strengthen research capabilities in eligible jurisdictions by supporting collaborations among academic institutions, government agencies, and private industry to develop sustainable research infrastructure.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
NIGMS Institutional Biomedical Undergraduate Research Training Program
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 25, 2026

Date Added

Jun 28, 2025

This program provides funding to U.S. colleges and universities to develop research training initiatives for undergraduate students in biomedical fields, fostering diversity and preparing them for advanced degrees in biomedical research.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
DoW Spinal Cord Injury, Clinical Translation Research Award
$2,160,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 12, 2026

Date Added

May 6, 2026

This funding opportunity supports innovative clinical research projects aimed at improving treatments and care for individuals with spinal cord injuries, particularly those involving military Service Members, Veterans, and civilians.

Health
Nonprofits
Advanced Manufacturing
Contact for amount
National Science Foundation
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 6, 2018

This funding opportunity supports innovative research projects that aim to advance the U.S. manufacturing sector through interdisciplinary approaches and novel technologies, welcoming proposals from scholars and practitioners in various fields related to manufacturing.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026 Dominican Republic
$35,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to the Dominican Republic)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 14, 2026

Date Added

May 18, 2026

This funding opportunity supports alumni-led projects that foster collaboration between U.S. and Dominican higher education institutions, enhancing educational ties and promoting innovative practices.

Education
Nonprofits
Small Business Development Centers Grant Program
$525,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to qualified organizations that will establish Small Business Development Centers in underserved areas of Illinois, helping entrepreneurs and small businesses access essential resources and services for growth and success.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
DoW Autism Career Development Award
$750,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 22, 2026

Date Added

May 22, 2026

This funding opportunity supports early-stage and transitioning researchers in developing innovative projects that improve understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of autism, with a strong emphasis on community collaboration and real-world impact.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits