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

This grant provides funding to educational institutions and organizations to train professionals in vocational rehabilitation, specifically to support individuals who are hard of hearing, addressing workforce shortages in this field.

This funding opportunity is designed to assist cultural organizations in Louisiana in strengthening their emergency preparedness and response strategies to better withstand the impacts of natural disasters.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Illinois working to improve broadband access, digital literacy, and inclusion for underserved communities, helping bridge the digital divide and promote economic development.

The Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V) focuses on providing high-quality, comprehensive professional development for Career & Technical Education (CTE) teachers in Alaska. This initiative aims to integrate state academic standards with relevant technical knowledge and skills, prepare CTE educators to accommodate special populations, and ensure instructors remain updated with industry standards. Approximately $125,000 is available for FY25, anticipating up to five grants ranging from $10,000 to $25,000 each, to support intensive professional development in high-needs CTE areas determined by Perkins-receiving districts. Applications are due by May 3, 2024, with the grant period running from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. Proposals must deliver at least 40 hours of professional development and may include postsecondary credit options for participants.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that deliver comprehensive services for individuals affected by sickle cell disease and related conditions, focusing on health equity and community engagement in designated regions of Ohio.

This funding opportunity supports conservation projects that provide employment and training for young adults and veterans, helping them gain experience in environmental stewardship and resource management on public lands.

This program provides $75,000 in unrestricted research funding to early-career faculty at U.S. undergraduate institutions who excel in teaching and research in the chemical sciences.

This funding opportunity supports early-career cancer researchers who are independent investigators, providing them with resources and mentorship to advance impactful cancer research relevant to military health.

This funding opportunity provides $2.6 million to support innovative workforce training projects that enhance employment outcomes and strengthen the training infrastructure in Illinois.

This funding opportunity supports projects in Philadelphia County that enhance workforce development, education, and economic growth, particularly for organizations helping individuals overcome employment barriers or assisting small businesses.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for higher education programs that train professionals to assist individuals who are blind or have low vision, addressing workforce shortages in vocational rehabilitation services.

This grant provides financial support to artists in specific Minnesota counties to help them advance their careers through various artistic projects and professional development opportunities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions for projects that protect coastal habitats, improve public access, and enhance community resilience along the Illinois Lake Michigan shoreline.

This program provides funding and support to entrepreneurs nationwide, particularly from Massachusetts, to help them develop and commercialize innovative climate technology solutions.

This grant provides funding to support a centralized technical assistance center that will help state vocational rehabilitation agencies improve services and employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities.

This program provides funding to organizations and individuals in the museum sector to enhance their professional skills and improve museum services.

This funding opportunity supports academic enrichment and youth development programs for students in high-poverty, low-performing schools during non-school hours, while also providing family literacy and educational support.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Central Texas that aim to improve economic stability and health equity by expanding access to sustainable healthcare careers for individuals from historically marginalized backgrounds.

This funding opportunity is designed for research teams to study community-based youth arts programs that integrate artistic development with paid work experiences, focusing on their impact in fostering social connections and equitable outcomes for youth in high-poverty areas.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to higher education institutions and partnerships to develop and enhance inclusive programs for students with intellectual disabilities, aiming to improve their educational and employment outcomes.