Workforce Development Grants

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 program provides early-stage smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 startups in the U.S. with mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities to refine their business models and prepare for investment, all at no cost.

This program provides funding and professional development opportunities for PhD students conducting research in food and agriculture, focusing on challenges like climate change and global demand, while requiring them to secure a financial sponsor.

This program supports emerging technology companies developing innovative solutions for both commercial and defense markets, providing mentorship and networking opportunities to help them scale and connect with government funding sources.

This program provides financial support to community events in Santa Cruz that promote cultural vibrancy, economic activity, and community well-being.

This funding opportunity supports industry-led partnerships in Washington State to develop innovation clusters that promote economic growth while addressing climate sustainability and public health.

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Illinois to create and manage apprenticeship programs in the electric industry, focusing on training and career pathways for diverse and economically disadvantaged populations.

This program provides financial and technical support to beginning farmers in Massachusetts to help them develop sustainable and commercially viable agricultural enterprises.

This funding opportunity supports community-based projects that improve the health and well-being of residents in Yamhill, Polk, and Washington Counties, Oregon, particularly those addressing social determinants of health and equity.

This funding opportunity supports small, for-profit businesses in Kalamazoo's downtown areas that are looking to grow or enhance their operations, with potential grants of up to $25,000 available for eligible applicants.

This grant provides funding to charitable organizations and local government units in Bertie and Hertford counties to support a variety of community needs, including education, health, and the arts.

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Philadelphia that are working to increase access to high-quality early childhood education for children from birth to age five by enhancing program quality, expanding enrollment, and addressing systemic challenges.

This funding opportunity supports innovative technology-based solutions that improve economic resilience and prosperity globally, particularly for underinvested populations, by providing access to financial services, workforce development, and digital participation.

This grant provides funding and support for individuals and organizations in Tennessee to develop and implement innovative education-to-career programs that connect students with high-wage, high-demand job opportunities through collaboration with industry partners.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in San Diego County to create workforce development programs that help young adults aged 18 to 26, especially those facing significant challenges, gain access to stable employment through internships, apprenticeships, and job training in high-demand industries.

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.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Illinois to enhance workforce training for employees in the manufacturing sector, helping them develop essential skills and improve industry competitiveness.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local government entities in Pennsylvania that support military installations, aiming to enhance their operational effectiveness and economic impact.

This program provides funding to support the maintenance and improvement of rail freight services in Pennsylvania, benefiting railroad companies, municipalities, and businesses that rely on rail infrastructure for economic growth.

This funding program provides financial support for projects that enhance urban forestry and increase tree canopy cover in disadvantaged communities across Colorado.