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

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NIH Research Education Program - Research Experiences (Parent R25 - Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
$500,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

Date Added

Jan 16, 2026

This funding opportunity supports educational programs that provide mentored research experiences to individuals at various educational stages, aiming to enhance the biomedical, behavioral, and clinical research workforce.

Education
State governments
Quantum FAST Challenge
$500,000
California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 20, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2026

This funding opportunity supports California's public higher education institutions in developing workforce training and innovative projects in quantum technology to address workforce shortages and enhance collaboration with industry.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY 2021 - 2023 Economic Development RNTA
$500,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (Department of Commerce)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research and technical assistance projects that foster job creation and economic development in distressed communities across the U.S. and its territories.

Community Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
PhRMA Foundation Faculty Starter Grant
$100,000
PhRMA Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 18, 2026

Date Added

Apr 22, 2026

This funding opportunity supports early-career faculty at U.S. universities in conducting innovative research that translates laboratory discoveries into practical healthcare solutions to improve patient outcomes.

Health
Individuals
DoW, Peer Reviewed Cancer, Impact Award
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 5, 2026

Date Added

May 7, 2026

This funding opportunity supports advanced cancer research projects that aim to improve patient care and treatment outcomes for military personnel, veterans, and their families.

Health
Nonprofits
Farmworkers Advancement Program (FAP) Grant for Program
$1,000,000
California Employment Development Department
State

Application Deadline

Oct 12, 2026

Date Added

Nov 5, 2024

This program provides funding to organizations that support California farmworkers by offering essential skills training, job placement assistance, and wraparound services to help them advance in their careers.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Perkins Special Projects Grants
Contact for amount
Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 17, 2026

Date Added

Apr 20, 2026

This funding opportunity supports Washington State community and technical colleges in launching innovative projects that enhance career and technical education, particularly for underserved populations.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
InternshipsVA Matching Grant Program
$7,500
Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 6, 2026

This program provides financial support to Virginia-based employers for creating paid internships that offer valuable work experience to college students, helping to strengthen the local workforce.

Workforce Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
U.S. National Science Foundation State and Regional Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Hubs:
$12,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 4, 2026

Date Added

Aug 7, 2026

This grant provides funding to higher education institutions and nonprofit organizations in the U.S. to create regional partnerships that expand access to artificial intelligence infrastructure for scientific research, education, and workforce development.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Common Good Partnerships
Contact for amount
Kansas Leadership Center
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 14, 2026

Date Added

Sep 9, 2025

This grant provides leadership development resources to civically engaged organizations in Kansas, enabling them to cultivate a culture of leadership that addresses community challenges and fosters collaboration across all levels of their organization.

Capacity Building
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
NDEP STEM Open NFO
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Washington Headquarters Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 8, 2028

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to develop and implement nationwide STEM education programs for Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) cadets, focusing on cyber and artificial intelligence concepts to enhance workforce development in national defense.

Education
Nonprofits
Creative Innovation and Impact Grant Program
$150,000
Pennsylvania Council on the Arts
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations, government units, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania to support innovative projects that enhance the visibility and impact of the creative sector in the state.

Arts
Nonprofits
Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF)
$948,000,000
Texas Economic Development & Tourism
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2024

This funding initiative provides financial support to Texas-based public and private entities for semiconductor manufacturing and design projects that boost local economies and foster innovation in the industry.

Science and Technology
State governments
Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program (2027)
$1,000,000
National Endowment for the Arts (Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 13, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This grant provides funding to libraries, archives, and educational institutions to recruit, train, and retain library and information science professionals, enhancing their ability to meet community information needs.

Education
Nonprofits
Northeast Delta Dental Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Northeast Delta Dental Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 29, 2027

Date Added

Dec 30, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government entities, and academic institutions in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont to improve access to oral health care and enhance the quality of dental services for underserved populations.

Health
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
Upskill: NJ Incumbent Worker Training Grant Program
$250,000
New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development
State

Application Deadline

Oct 21, 2026

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to New Jersey employers for training their current employees, helping them improve skills and advance in their careers while boosting the competitiveness of their businesses.

Workforce Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Fostering the Future Together: Empowering Youth for a Safe Digital World
$3,000,000
U.S. Department of Labor (Bureau of International Labor Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 10, 2026

Date Added

Aug 3, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working in eligible countries to empower youth at risk of child labor through education, digital skills training, and online safety initiatives.

Youth
Nonprofits
Growing the Clean Energy Workforce – Electric Vehicles (GCEW-EV)
$600,000
New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 3, 2026

Date Added

Apr 14, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to develop training programs that prepare individuals for careers in electric vehicle repair, maintenance, and related services, with a focus on benefiting residents of Disadvantaged Communities in New York State.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits