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Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Workforce Development

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Clean Energy Contractor Incubator
$2,500,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Feb 16, 2026

Date Added

Dec 19, 2025

This program provides funding to community-based nonprofits and accredited colleges in Illinois to help develop clean energy contractors and support workforce growth in economically challenged areas.

Energy
Nonprofits
Job Training Economic Development Program
$500,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2024

Date Added

Apr 17, 2024

The Job Training and Economic Development - Teachers Apprenticeship Program aims to provide targeted job training and development opportunities through a state-funded grant. Eligible entities are encouraged to apply for funding to establish or enhance apprenticeship programs for teachers. This opportunity supports efforts to develop the educational workforce and improve economic opportunities within the community. The program is anticipated to award 4 grants, with a total funding amount of $2,000,000 available. Grants will be awarded ranging from $50,000 to $500,000. Applications are accepted from the announcement date until the specified closing date. Technical assistance sessions are available for prospective applicants. These are not mandatory but are offered to provide additional support. The session is scheduled for 03/28/2024 at 1:00 PM, and registration can be completed online.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY 2026 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Academic Fellows Program
$6,500,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

May 8, 2026

This funding opportunity supports U.S. nonprofit organizations to create and manage academic programs for undergraduate students and recent graduates from ASEAN countries, fostering educational and cultural ties between Southeast Asia and the United States.

Education
Nonprofits
Strengthening Workers' Rights in Malaysia's Electronic Supply Chain
$3,000,000
U.S. Department of Labor (Bureau of International Labor Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2024

Date Added

Jun 13, 2024

The "Strengthening Workers' Rights in Malaysia's Electronic Supply Chain" grant aims to provide $3 million for a project in Malaysia that supports workers and their organizations in advocating for improved occupational safety, health standards, and gender-responsive standards, while also addressing gender-based violence and harassment in the electronics sector through increased union participation and collective bargaining.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
Federally Recognized Tribes Extension Program
$408,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 8, 2026

Date Added

Apr 23, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to land-grant universities for establishing and sustaining educational programs that address the needs of Federally Recognized Tribes, focusing on agriculture, youth development, and community well-being.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
EnglishxSTEM
$100,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to the Dominican Republic)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jun 2, 2026

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to develop specialized English training programs for professionals in key technical sectors in the Dominican Republic, enhancing collaboration with U.S. industries.

Education
Nonprofits
Rural Primary Care Residency Training Grant Program
$750,000
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 5, 2025

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This grant provides financial support to develop and sustain primary care residency programs in rural Minnesota, aiming to increase the number of physicians serving underserved communities.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Resource Center
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Administration for Community Living)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 30, 2025

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This funding opportunity supports a national initiative to educate and empower Medicare beneficiaries and their families against fraud and abuse, by providing resources and training to organizations dedicated to this mission across the U.S. and its territories.

Consumer Protection
Nonprofits
Learning Collaborative for HIV Oral Health and Primary Care Integration
$600,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Health Resources and Services Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations focused on improving access to oral health care for low-income individuals with HIV by facilitating education and training for dental providers in community settings.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Training Program for Federal TRIO Programs
$2,200,000
U.S. Department of Education (Office of Postsecondary Education )
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 6, 2026

Date Added

May 22, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for training programs aimed at improving the effectiveness of initiatives that help disadvantaged students access and succeed in postsecondary education.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
2025 Oregon Natural Resources Education Fund
$2,500
Oregon Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 1, 2025

Date Added

Mar 25, 2024

The Oregon Natural Resources Education Fund (ONREF) offers grants to public or private high schools in Oregon committed to providing educational opportunities in Forestry. Grants support the acquisition of natural resource-related tools, equipment, technology, and other educational resources. The funding range is between $500 to $2,500, with the possibility of larger awards under special circumstances. The application period is from January 1 to March 1 annually. Eligible schools must demonstrate a commitment to Forestry Programs of Study, focusing on a comprehensive curriculum that includes wood products, silviculture, harvesting, and the management of Oregon's forest-related natural resources, alongside career and leadership development. There are also four Subfunds with specific funding objectives and eligibility requirements. Grant renewed every year. Grant annual opening/closing deadline: January 1st to March 1st

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Mill Creek Natural Resource Training and Education
$35,930
U.S. Department of Defense (Walla Walla District)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 28, 2026

Date Added

Apr 29, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations and public entities to deliver outdoor education and workforce training programs focused on environmental management for young adults aged 18 and older.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
EDU Core Research: Building Capacity in STEM Education Research (ECR: BCSER)
$12,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 5, 2025

This grant provides funding to researchers and institutions to enhance their capabilities in conducting high-quality STEM education research, focusing on improving learning environments, broadening participation, and developing the STEM workforce.

Education
Individuals
Proposition 47 Grant Program: Safe Neighborhoods and Schools Act Cohort 5
$8,000,000
California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 23, 2025

Date Added

Apr 16, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California public agencies for community-based programs focused on mental health, substance use treatment, and reducing recidivism among individuals involved in the criminal justice system.

Law Justice and Legal Services
City or township governments
Food for Progress Program Notice of Funding Opportunity Fiscal Year 2025
$35,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Foreign Agricultural Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2025

Date Added

Jul 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for agricultural development projects in developing countries and emerging democracies, focusing on increasing productivity and trade through the monetization of U.S. agricultural commodities.

International Development
Nonprofits
U.S. Embassy Sofia PDS Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026)
$35,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Bulgaria)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 24, 2026

This funding opportunity supports collaborative projects by alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in Bulgaria, aimed at strengthening ties between alumni and the U.S. government while promoting American values and innovation.

International Development
Individuals
Bachelor of Social Work to Clinical Master of Social Work Stipend Program
$1,000,000
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 4, 2026

Date Added

Jul 21, 2026

This program provides funding to Michigan universities to create stipend opportunities for Bachelor of Social Work graduates pursuing clinical Master of Social Work degrees, with the goal of increasing mental health providers in rural communities.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Strengthening Community Colleges Training Grants (Round 6)
$10,800,000
U.S. Department of Labor (Employment and Training Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 20, 2026

Date Added

Feb 18, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community colleges across the U.S. to develop and expand short-term training programs that prepare students for in-demand jobs, fostering partnerships with employers and workforce systems.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
A Strategic Approach to Advancing Health Equity for Priority Populations with or at Risk for Diabetes—Subject Matter Expertise, Training, and Technical Assistance
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 14, 2023

Date Added

Jul 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that will help improve diabetes prevention and management for underserved populations by offering expertise, training, and resources to enhance health equity.

Health
Nonprofits
State Health Insurance Assistance Program Technical Assistance Center (SHIP TAC)
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Administration for Community Living)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 30, 2025

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations and public entities to establish a centralized resource center that enhances education and assistance for Medicare-eligible individuals and their families across the U.S.

Health
State governments