Private Workforce Development Grants

This program provides funding for nonprofit organizations in Virginia, particularly in the Richmond area, to support significant capital projects that encourage community involvement and additional fundraising efforts.

This competition provides $3 million in funding to support innovative partnerships that develop and sustain a skilled workforce for geothermal heat pump technologies across the United States.

This grant provides financial support to local climbing organizations worldwide, focusing on sustainable economic development initiatives that enhance climbing-related livelihoods and community engagement.

This program provides funding to nonprofit arts organizations in New York City to support young artists from underrepresented backgrounds through fellowships that include financial support, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in Pickaway County, Ohio, for innovative projects that improve community quality of life, especially for underserved populations.

This funding opportunity supports Maryland-based public and nonprofit organizations in their efforts to engage communities and implement projects that protect and restore local natural resources, particularly in the Chesapeake and Coastal Bays.

This grant provides funding to support small business startups and entrepreneurship initiatives in rural communities of Kansas and western Missouri, focusing on technical assistance, mentorship, and sustainable business development.

This competition provides small businesses owned by U.S. entrepreneurs a chance to showcase their innovations to corporate buyers, with the potential to secure new supply opportunities and win monetary awards.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, government agencies, and educational institutions in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and North Carolina that are working to improve oral health access and equity, particularly for individuals with disabilities.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations that support youth in low-to-moderate income communities through mentorship, education, and health services in select U.S. cities.

This grant provides financial support for property owners and business tenants in Kinston's Downtown Historic Commercial District to improve building façades and preserve historical architecture, enhancing the area's visual appeal and attracting more businesses.

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.