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

Explore 509 grant opportunities

2025 "$100,000 Start an SUD Startup" Challenge
$10,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institute on Drug Abuse)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 24, 2025

This grant provides funding and mentorship to interdisciplinary teams developing innovative solutions for drug use and substance use disorders, aiming to support the formation of early-stage biotech startups in the U.S.

Health
Individuals
Damon Runyon Fellowship Award
Contact for amount
Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This fellowship provides funding to promising postdoctoral scientists and physician-scientists to advance innovative cancer research and therapies.

Health
Individuals
Cancer Research Discovery Grants
$350,000
Kuni Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 20, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative cancer research projects in Oregon and Washington, particularly those that aim to reduce health disparities and increase diversity in clinical trials.

Health
Private institutions of higher education
Community Collaboration Challenge
$10,000
Leon Lowenstein Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 1, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S.-based nonprofits, school districts, and community organizations to develop collaborative projects that enhance student success through evidence-based support roles and partnerships.

Education
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 program provides funding to organizations that support out-of-school youth aged 16-25 in New Jersey, helping them earn a high school diploma and gain skills for sustainable employment.

Youth
Nonprofits
Pickaway County Community Foundation’s Community Grant
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
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 funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist adults facing employment barriers in Minnesota by offering training, support services, and pathways to high-wage jobs.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
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
Amplify Grant
$200,000
Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2024

This grant provides funding to colleges and nonprofit organizations to enhance successful educational programs that help students complete their degrees faster, stay enrolled, and close achievement gaps.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Safety & Health Investment Projects (SHIP) Grant Program
$150,000
Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 21, 2023

This program provides funding to organizations in Washington State to create and implement innovative return-to-work initiatives that help injured workers recover and reduce costs for employers.

Safety
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 oral health services for low-income individuals living with HIV by promoting the integration of dental care and primary HIV care through a collaborative learning approach.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (RRTC) On Employer Practices Leading to Successful Employment Outcomes Among People With Disabilities
$925,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Administration for Community Living)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 8, 2025

This grant provides funding to various organizations to conduct research and training aimed at improving employer practices that lead to better employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities.

Employment Labor and Training
State governments
Accountability Pathways
$100,000
Colorado Department of Education (CDE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 18, 2024

This program provides financial support to Colorado schools and local educational agencies that are struggling academically, helping them develop and implement improvement plans to enhance student performance.

Education
Independent school districts
MBYLI Futurepreneurs Grant
$50,000
DC Department of Employment Services
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 10, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations that support entrepreneurship education and workforce development for youth in Washington, D.C., helping them gain essential business skills and leadership experience.

Recreation
County governments
Contracts for Services Program
$50,000
Fulton County Department of Arts & Culture
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 14, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, public schools, colleges, municipalities, and individual artists in Fulton County to promote diverse arts programming and community engagement throughout 2025.

Arts
City or township governments
NIH Research Educational Program -Mentoring Activities Networks (R25/UE5)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 25, 2026

Date Added

Jan 16, 2026

This funding opportunity supports educational programs that enhance mentorship practices and expand mentoring networks to develop a diverse and skilled workforce in biomedical and health-related research.

Health
Native American tribal organizations
State Manufacturing Leadership Program
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state entities, universities, and colleges to help small- and medium-sized manufacturers adopt smart manufacturing technologies and improve workforce skills.

Energy
State governments
The U.S. Department of Energy AlgaePrize
$50,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Bioenergy Technologies Office)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 20, 2024

This competition invites teams of students from U.S. educational institutions to innovate and develop sustainable solutions for producing and processing algal biofuels and bioproducts, with a total of $250,000 in prizes available.

Energy
Individuals
New York Farm Viability Institute Grant Program
$125,000
New York Farm Viability Institute
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 22, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations that support agricultural research and education initiatives aimed at improving the economic viability of farms in New York State.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
515-RIPS Regions IPS Trainers
$360,000
Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), Division of Mental Health
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 20, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and Certified Community Mental Health Centers in Illinois to train and support agencies implementing the Individual Placement and Support model, helping individuals with serious mental illness secure competitive employment.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits