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

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Joint Institute for Wood Products Innovation Grant, FY 2025-2026
$450,000
California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This grant provides funding to support innovative projects that enhance sustainable forest management and wood product utilization in California, targeting academic institutions, government agencies, nonprofits, and businesses involved in the forest products sector.

Natural Resources
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
AI for Economic Opportunity Fund
$250,000
GitLab Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 27, 2024

This grant provides $250,000 in funding and support for organizations developing innovative AI solutions that promote economic mobility and improve access to education and job opportunities.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Spencer Fellowship for Education Reporting
$85,000
Spencer Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 23, 2024

This fellowship provides financial support and resources for journalists and educators to create impactful long-form journalism projects that enhance public understanding of education.

Education
City or township governments
Advanced Industries Proof of Concept Grant
$150,000
Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This funding initiative provides financial support to Colorado-based research institutions for developing innovative technologies that can lead to market-ready products in advanced industries like aerospace, bioscience, and energy.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Pathways to Prosperity Individualized Training Pathway Competitive Grants in Minnesota
$500,000
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations in Minnesota to support adult residents facing employment barriers by offering training and resources for high-demand jobs, with a focus on promoting racial and economic equity.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program
$1,000,000
U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (Office of Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 15, 2026

This program provides funding to libraries, archives, and educational institutions to develop a skilled and diverse workforce capable of meeting the evolving information needs of communities across the United States.

Education
State governments
Artificial Intelligence Integration in Community Colleges Grant Program
$100,000
Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 23, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Ohio community colleges for developing and implementing artificial intelligence programs and initiatives that enhance student success and institutional efficiency.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Song Brown Family Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant (FNP & PA)
$182,000
California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 23, 2026

Date Added

Feb 25, 2026

This funding opportunity supports accredited Family Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant programs in California to train more healthcare providers dedicated to serving underserved communities with limited access to primary care.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula Grant Program
$30,000
Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 2, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Indiana for developing and expanding apprenticeship programs that involve multiple employers, enhancing workforce development and job access for residents.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Tim Draper Utah Entrepreneur Challenge
$75,000
Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This competition provides college students in Utah with the opportunity to win cash and prizes for developing innovative business ideas, while also offering mentorship and resources to help launch their ventures.

Business and Commerce
Individuals
Rural and Underserved Clinical Rotations Grant Program
$400,000
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports health professional training programs in Minnesota to expand clinical rotations in rural and underserved areas, enhancing healthcare access and workforce diversity.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Nurse Education, Practice, Quality, and Retention - Transition to Practice Program (NEPQR-TPP)
$750,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Health Resources and Services Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 11, 2026

This funding opportunity provides support to accredited nursing schools for developing programs that help new nurses transition into practice, particularly in underserved areas, enhancing their skills and improving patient care.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Garden State Energy Storage Program – Phase 1 (GSESP)
Contact for amount
New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 7, 2025

This program provides funding for large-scale energy storage projects in New Jersey to enhance energy resilience, reduce costs, and support environmental justice initiatives.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Appalachian Regional Commission Grant Program
Contact for amount
Washington County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 16, 2026

This program provides federal funding to support economic development and infrastructure projects in Appalachian communities, targeting local governments and organizations that enhance workforce skills, critical infrastructure, and community capacity.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Centers
$7,150,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2026

This funding opportunity provides support to nonprofit organizations in rural areas to develop training and technical assistance programs aimed at combating opioid and stimulant misuse.

Health
Nonprofits
Home Community Benefit Grant Program
$30,000
El Camino Healthcare District
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 12, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that address healthcare access, behavioral health, chronic disease management, and economic stability for underserved populations in northern Santa Clara County.

Health
Nonprofits
NIDA Core "Center of Transformative Science" Grant Program
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

Date Added

May 8, 2026

This funding opportunity supports the establishment of collaborative research centers that advance innovative scientific studies on substance use, addiction, and HIV, encouraging participation from a wide range of organizations, including universities, nonprofits, and government entities.

Health
State governments
Youth Transitions To Work (YTTW)
$12,000
New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 6, 2025

This program provides funding to support high school juniors, seniors, and out-of-school youth in New Jersey as they transition into high-skill, high-wage employment through career exploration, training, and partnerships with apprenticeship sponsors.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
CTE Dual Credit - The Big Blur Grant Program
$100,000
Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 20, 2026

This grant provides funding to Washington State Community and Technical Colleges to enhance equitable dual credit programs and career pathways for high school students, fostering collaboration with regional educational and industry partners.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Loudoun Impact Fund
$10,000
Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties (CFLNFC) and Community Foundation for Northern Virginia (CFNOVA)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 24, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in Loudoun County to support programs that assist vulnerable children, people with disabilities, and older adults by addressing their basic needs and promoting health, education, and social support.

Community Development
Nonprofits