Private Workforce Development Grants

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Maine that address important community needs and demonstrate measurable goals.

The Artist Support Grant, funded by Dare Arts in North Carolina, offers $500 to $1,000 to individual artists and small artist groups for professional development, completion of new work, career promotion, training, travel, and artist fees, with eligibility limited to residents of selected counties who are not full-time students or recipients of other FY 2024-2025 N.C. Arts Council funding.

This grant provides flexible funding to community-based organizations with annual budgets between $50,000 and $15 million to support initiatives that enhance local communities and demonstrate measurable impact over a two-year period.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that enhance the quality of life for residents in the Gert Town neighborhood of New Orleans through various community-focused initiatives.

This grant provides funding to organizations that support entrepreneurship education and workforce development for youth in Washington, D.C., helping them gain essential business skills and leadership experience.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in rural Kansas and western Missouri to expand access to advanced academic courses for students, promoting educational equity and preparing them for college and careers.

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 funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in Portland to provide mentoring services for children and youth aged 5-24, focusing on social connections, career preparation, mental health resources, and cultural inclusivity.

This program provides free educational resources and personalized support to aspiring and existing food industry entrepreneurs in San Juan County, New Mexico, to help them grow and sustain their businesses.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Michigan-based farm businesses and food distributors, particularly those owned by BIPOC and women, to help them expand operations and improve access to healthy food while promoting economic development and climate resilience.

This grant provides funding to local nonprofits in Greater Itasca County that support vulnerable children and families by addressing their health and financial stability needs.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in their efforts to help individuals overcome barriers to stable employment, such as lack of education, transportation issues, and past criminal records, enabling them to achieve economic stability.

This funding opportunity supports 501(c)(3) organizations and fiscally sponsored groups in rural Central Texas to empower local leaders, enhance community health initiatives, and foster resident-led change.

This grant provides $75,000 over three years to nonprofit organizations in Berrien County, Michigan, to enhance their long-term sustainability and improve employee well-being, excluding program-related expenses.

This grant provides funding to community-based organizations in southeastern Washington State and the Yakama Nation to improve health and wellbeing through initiatives focused on healthcare access, nutrition, social connectivity, and workforce development.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofits in New Mexico that are working to improve the health, safety, and empowerment of at-risk and underserved LGBTQ+ communities.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, to strengthen their operational capacity and address critical community needs related to health, housing, employment, food security, and early childhood education.

This program provides funding to small, community-based organizations in Cincinnati to address local challenges such as homelessness, food security, and youth development through impactful initiatives and collaborative efforts.

This program provides free, intensive support and mentorship to early-stage startups in North Dakota, helping them prepare for investment and growth without requiring equity or fees.

This grant provides $25,000 to nonprofit organizations serving the Latinx community in Greater Boston, focusing on improving basic needs and economic mobility.