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

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Shoring Up to Sustainability Initiative
$3,000,000
South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 17, 2026

This initiative provides funding to South Carolina-based healthcare providers and organizations serving rural communities to enhance facilities, improve workforce sustainability, and offer training programs aimed at strengthening rural healthcare systems.

Health
Nonprofits
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
Competitive Grant Program
$500,000
Maryland’s Office of Overdose Response
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Maryland that are working to reduce overdose deaths through evidence-based prevention, treatment, and recovery initiatives for individuals at risk of drug use.

Health
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
Community Clean Energy Grant Program
$150,000
San Diego Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 19, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in San Diego to implement clean energy projects that promote sustainability, improve air quality, and enhance workforce development in disadvantaged communities.

Energy
Nonprofits
Regional Infrastructure 2026
$45,000
Rural Maryland Council
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, community colleges, and regional partners working to improve economic development, infrastructure, and quality of life in rural Maryland communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
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 initiative provides funding and mentorship to interdisciplinary teams developing innovative solutions for drug use and substance use disorders, aiming to foster early-stage biotech startups in the U.S.

Health
Individuals
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
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 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
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
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
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