Workforce Development Grants for Community College

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 151 Workforce Development Grants for Community College — 17 open right now, across 74 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $550M. The next application deadline is November 2, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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151total grants
17open now
74agencies
$1K–$550Mfunding range
Nov 2next deadline
OPEN 18 days left Hard to apply

FY27 Adult Education – Digital Instruction

The Digital Instruction for Adult Education grant aims to enhance technology infrastructure and instructional capabilities in Title II Adult Education programs throughout Illinois. The funding will…

🏛 Illinois Community College Board ⏰ Nov 16, 2026
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OPEN Hard to apply

Permanent Local Housing Allocation/ 2024 PLHA NOFA

1. The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of multifamily, residential live-work, rental housing that is affordable to extremely low-, very low-, low-, or moderate-income households,…

🏛 Department of Housing and Community Development (California) ⏰ Feb 28, 2027 💰 $2,500 – $750,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Advanced Technological Education (ATE)

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 7, 2027 💰 $475,000 – $7,500,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

NDEP STEM Open NFO

This is an open NFO, applicants may apply to this posting or subsequent amendments for specific STEM activities. See the Related Documents tab for the full…

🏛 Washington Headquarters Services 📋 CFDA 12.006 ⏰ Feb 8, 2028 💰 $100,000 – $10,000,000
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OPEN Moderate to apply

2026 Alaska Marine Education and Training Mini-Grant Program

This announcement supports Executive Order 14276, Restoring America’s Seafood Competitiveness, by soliciting projects that support: workforce development for marine-related professions in marine science, aquaculture/mariculture, and maritime…

🏛 DOC NOAA - ERA Production 📋 CFDA 11.455 ⏰ May 1, 2028 💰 $15,000 – $75,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many workforce development grants for community college are available?
Grantoria currently lists 151 workforce development grants for community college, of which 17 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 November 2, 2026 — about 4 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $550M, 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 for community college, 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 for Community College

Community colleges build workforce pipelines through skilled trade training, STEM certificate programs, and sector-specific workforce partnerships that connect students directly to employer demand. 7,430 active grants support these efforts, with the U.S. National Science Foundation leading funding alongside the Employment and Training Administration. These grants equip institutions to develop curricula, purchase equipment, and deliver hands-on training that fills regional labor gaps.

Awards typically range from $189,000 to $1.1 million, with 88% awarded through competitive selection processes. Most grants fund multi-year initiatives combining training delivery with capacity building. Only 9% require cost-sharing, easing institutional budget strain. To refine your search, filter by support type—focusing on "Training" or "Program" will surface grants most closely aligned with direct student instruction and curriculum development.