As of September 2026, Grantoria lists 1,828 Workforce Development Grants — 86 open right now, across 204 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $5B. The next application deadline is September 18, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
The purpose of this funding is to strengthen healthcare workforce pipelines in rural Illinois through the expansion and enhancement of the professional clinical and allied health…
🏛 Illinois Community College Board📋 CFDA 93.798⏰ Sep 18, 2026
The purpose of this funding is to expand and enhance healthcare support worker training programs at rural community colleges, with a particular focus on maternal care…
This notice announces the availability of funds and solicits applications from eligible entities to deliver Brownfields Job Training programs that recruit, train, and place local, unemployed,…
🏛 Environmental Protection Agency📋 CFDA 66.815⏰ Sep 23, 2026💰
up to $300,000
This grant opportunity will result in funding organizations to train certified nurse midwifery students to work in underserved communities. Such strategies shall incorporate the following elements:…
🏛 Department of Health Care Access and Information (California)⏰ Sep 23, 2026💰
$500,001 – $3,000,000
This is a notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for BJA FY 2026 Second Chance Act (SCA) Improving Reentry Education and Employment Outcomes. This opportunity supports state,…
🏛 Bureau of Justice Assistance📋 CFDA 16.812⏰ Sep 24, 2026💰
up to $1,000,000
The Employment and Training Administration (ETA) intends to award a cooperative agreement to the National Association of State Workforce Agencies' Center for Employment Security Education and…
🏛 Employment and Training Administration📋 CFDA 17.225⏰ Sep 25, 2026💰
up to $9,000,000
The National Library of Medicine (NLM) invites applications for innovative predoctoral and postdoctoral training programs that prepare the next generation of researchers in biomedical informatics, data science, and…
🏛 National Institutes of Health📋 CFDA 93.879⏰ Sep 25, 2026💰
$500,000 – $775,000
The Resident Opportunity and Self Sufficiency Service Coordinator (ROSS-SC) program is designed to assist residents of Public and Indian Housing make progress towards economic and housing…
🏛 Department of Housing and Urban Development📋 CFDA 14.870⏰ Sep 28, 2026💰
$272,250 – $816,750
Quantum Works is a grant opportunity administered by the Illinois Capital Development Board. Individual awards range from $0 to $136,900,000. Illinois Catalog of State Financial Assistance…
🏛 Illinois Capital Development Board⏰ Sep 30, 2026💰
up to $136,900,000
Rather than utilizing a set-aside within the standard MFSN Program, this NOFA operates independently and is tailored to meet the specific affordable housing needs of California…
🏛 Department of Housing and Community Development (California)⏰ Sep 30, 2026💰
$200,000 – $400,000
The Legislature designed Cal IIP to provide grants enhancing the capacity and ability of community development financial institutions (CDFIs) to provide programs including technical assistance and…
🏛 State Treasurer's Office (California)⏰ Oct 1, 2026💰
$10,000 – $375,000
With a focus on two-year Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs), the Advanced Technological Education (ATE) program supports the education of technicians for the high-technology fields that…
🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation📋 CFDA 47.076⏰ Oct 1, 2026💰
$475,000 – $7,500,000
Grant program designed to train underrepresented population to successfully enter the construction industry and the trades. The program focuses removing barriers for entry and transitioning graduates…
🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity⏰ Oct 2, 2026💰
$150,000 – $550,000
This grant program seeks to increase the number of registered professional nurses with high quality post-secondary credentials to meet the demands of the Illinois economy. Eligible…
How many workforce development grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 1,828 workforce development grants, of which 86 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is September 18, 2026 — about 1 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for workforce development grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but workforce development grants in this category most often support: Nonprofits, Public Authority, Tribal Nation and Small Business (SBA-defined). Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $5B, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse workforce development grants, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.
About Workforce Development grants
Workforce development grants support training programs, capacity building, and skill-building initiatives that strengthen communities and expand economic opportunities. With 1,828 active grants in this category, organizations can access funding from top agencies including the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. National Science Foundation to launch or expand workforce initiatives.
Most workforce development grants range from $300K to $1.0M and use competitive application processes. Public universities, nonprofits, and 501(c)(3) organizations commonly receive these awards, often targeting low-income and rural communities. Filtering by recipient type and demographic focus helps identify the most relevant opportunities for your organization.
