Grants for For profit organizations other than small businesses - Employment Labor and Training

This funding opportunity provides financial support to not-for-profit and community-based organizations in Livingston County, New York, to enhance access to quality sports programs and educational activities for youth aged 6 to 17.

This program provides financial support to Rhode Island agricultural businesses and nonprofits for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects to help reduce energy costs and promote sustainability.

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 $5,000 to small for-profit businesses in Kalamazoo that have been operating for at least a year, have 10 or fewer employees, and are located in historically underserved neighborhoods.

This funding is available for Michigan businesses to train and upskill their workforce, helping to close the skills gap and support industry-recognized credentialing.

This program provides financial assistance to New Jersey employers to help cover training costs for their current employees, promoting skill development and job retention.

This program provides a yearlong fellowship for women entrepreneurs to enhance their businesses through education, networking, and financial support.

This program provides mentorship, training, and resources to emerging and diverse developers in Ramsey County to support the creation of affordable housing for low to moderate-income residents.

This program provides funding to expand high-speed internet access across Pennsylvania, targeting underserved communities and ensuring equitable broadband deployment.

This program provides matching reimbursement funds to small business owners and property owners in Raleigh for improving the exteriors of their commercial buildings, fostering community enhancement and economic growth.

This grant provides financial support to small businesses and non-profits in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, to enhance their operations through professional development, paid internships, business improvements, and technology upgrades.

This program provides financial support to local organizations in Klamath County, Oregon, for projects that create jobs, enhance workforce skills, and promote sustainable economic growth.

This program provides financial support to women entrepreneurs who own small food and beverage businesses in the U.S., helping them address their funding needs and participate in a virtual business development program.

This fellowship supports individuals with a background in science or engineering who are developing innovative hardware-based technology projects, aiming to promote impactful solutions while fostering diversity and inclusion in the scientific community.

The TII grant aims to create new internship opportunities for Texas students in Middle Skill STEM Occupations, providing them with work experience, educational credit, and potential progress towards industry-based certification, while also enabling employers to train potential future employees and address skill shortages.

LaunchKC is accepting applications for its Grants Competition to attract and retain high-growth tech startups to Downtown Kansas City, Missouri. Donor Name: LaunchKC State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/16/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Powered by a purpose to ignite Kansas City’s entrepreneurial spirit, LaunchKC searches nationwide for innovative, diverse early-stage startups looking to take their business to the next level. Each year, they invest more than $500,000 into startups, offering founders a chance to secure $55,000 in funding and gain access to a host of support services – in exchange for headquartering their business in Kansas City, Missouri for at least one year. LaunchKC is a source of equity-free funding for early-stage startups and an opportunity to root your business within a growing entrepreneurial hub surrounded by a community of mentors, collaborators, and resources. LaunchKC believe the promise of tomorrow starts with championing the people building it today. At LaunchKC, they look for companies that are: Founders with pre-seed and seed stage companies. Companies with an innovative and scalable business model. Technology-enabled solutions. Diverse founder teams with a desire to help Kansas City’s ecosystem grow. A strong desire to grow your business in Kansas City. For nearly a decade, LaunchKC has given early-stage startups the tools, resources, capital, and talent they need to thrive and grow. Each year, the grant recipients receive a share of a $500,000 investment and also receive: One-on-one mentorship with industry experts. Curated programming, fundraising support, and access to the LaunchKC network. Free office space in Downtown Kansas City. LaunchKC grant recipients are required to relocate to Kansas City, MO for one year. Founders should not only be willing to relocate their company to Kansas City but should see significant value and opportunity in operating in  city. Companies must agree to locate in Kansas City, MO for at least one year Locate 50% of the full-time team or one full-tiime founder and 50% of their staff in Kansas City for at least a year Eligibility Criteria At LaunchKC, they look for companies that are: For-profit entities with technology-based products, services, or solutions. All industries Scalable business models Early-Stage companies (includes Bootstrapped, Pre-Seed, and Seed Stage) The following companies are not eligible: Retail businesses with brick and mortar storefronts Residential real property business Investment vehicles that invest in the securities of other entities Sports venues Gaming and gambling businesses Places of overnight accommodation Past LaunchKC cash-prize winners Entertainment-related establishments Single-purpose entertainment or event productions (e.g. movies, albums, concerts) For more information, visit LaunchKC.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible contractors for developing renewable energy and energy efficiency projects that benefit low-income communities and promote workforce training in Illinois.

The Entrepreneurship Partner Program provides grants to technical assistance providers, which can be used for their operational costs and for accelerator or more in-depth programs. Donor Name: Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) State: Wisconsin County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The goal of the Entrepreneurship Partner Grant is to encourage the formation of entrepreneurship support programs and to develop startup and emerging growth companies in the state of Wisconsin. The EPG program is intended to increase entrepreneurship activities across Wisconsin. Utilizing community building, capacity building, business financing, technical assistance, and other similar support, the program will strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Those served by the funded programs may be provided with a wide range of support including, but not limited to, financing, experienced hands-on mentorship, educational programming, visibility to investors, community building, leadership training, entrepreneurship and networking events, idea validation, and business development strategies.  The program provides an entity operating a not-for-profit entrepreneurship program with grant funding used to support its direct operational expenses for specific projects and initiatives. Program funds may also be used for eligible financial support of participant companies/individuals related to technical assistance program participation. Funding Information FY25: $2,250,000  The maximum EPG grant amount is $200,000. Eligible Use of Funds EPGs can fund the following activities. Costs are only eligible to be applied to grant and matching fund expenses after WEDC approval.  Operational expenses related to the project and provision of technical assistance to businesses.  Funding to businesses related to the project. Eligibility Criteria EPG applicants must meet the following criteria: Be a not-for-profit organization, to include nonprofit entities, units of government, educational institutions, community organizations, foundations, Tribal entities, or nonprofit entities acting as a fiscal agent on behalf of another organization.  Is requesting funding to create and/or manage programs aimed at fostering entrepreneurial community development, enhancing capacity, providing business financing, offering technical assistance, or supporting other similar entrepreneurial initiatives or program(s) to support the local entrepreneurial ecosystem.  For more information, visit WEDC.

The Toolbox grant is designed to help venue owners address a one-time, specific, and practical project to make their space even better for performers, staff, and visitors. Donor Name: Live Music Society State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/03/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: Toolbox grants are designed to provide support for the practical needs of music venues. The Toolbox grant empowers venues to elevate the live music experience for musicians, staff, and audiences by addressing a practical challenge.  Differing from Music in Action grant, which supports broader audience development and community building initiatives, Toolbox focuses on smaller, essential venue improvements. They recognize that venues require support for practical projects to enhance the live music experience.  Some examples are listed below, but Toolbox funding is not limited to these. If you have a practical challenge that you believe might qualify for support, they encourage you to submit an application!  Improvements that enhance and ensure safety and comfort for staff, musicians, and patrons.  Incorporating innovative technology to modernize operations.  Engaging consultants to assist with a practical challenge (acoustics, ticketing, fundraising, branding).  Staff training and education. The Toolbox grant empowers venues to elevate the live music experience for musicians, staff, and audiences by addressing a practical challenge.  Funding Information Applicants may request up to $10,000 per application. Project Period December 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025. Eligibility Requirements All applications begin with a short eligibility form to ensure that the applicant venue meets the general criteria outlined below:  Venues are based in the United States (or its territories) and the grantee business entity is also based in the US (or its territories).  Venues have a legal capacity of 50-300, including standing room.  Businesses in operation on or prior to January 1, 2020 (i.e., in operation in 2019)  Venues are committed to live music (performed by solo artists or bands) as their primary activity.  Venues present a minimum of 50 music performances each year.  Applicant manages or owns the venue. Unfortunately, promoters, curators, and festival producers are not eligible.  For more information, visit Live Music Society.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to locomotive owners in Minnesota for implementing technologies that reduce idle time and diesel emissions, improving air quality and public health.