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Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Employment Labor and Training

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Invasive Plant Grant - FY 2026
$200,000
Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management
State

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Feb 24, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects aimed at controlling and eradicating invasive plant species across various land types in Arizona, prioritizing collaboration and effective management practices.

Agriculture
State governments
Support for the Return and Rehabilitation of Forcibly Transferred Ukrainian Children
$25,000,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 29, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This grant provides funding to organizations that support the Ukrainian government in locating, returning, and rehabilitating children forcibly transferred to Russia or occupied territories, focusing on their medical, psychological, and educational needs.

International Development
Nonprofits
SNAP Next Step Employment and Training Program
Contact for amount
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 22, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that offer job training and educational services to low-income adults in Nebraska, particularly those receiving or eligible for SNAP benefits, to help them secure stable employment and achieve self-sufficiency.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 AmeriCorps State and National Grants
$25,000
AmeriCorps
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Feb 11, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that engage AmeriCorps members in service projects aimed at improving communities, particularly in underserved areas, through initiatives like workforce development, behavioral health, and environmental conservation.

Community Development
Nonprofits
North Dakota Technical Skills Training Grant
$6,000,000
North Dakota Department of Commerce
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 8, 2024

This funding supports program providers and employers in creating or expanding training programs for displaced workers, focusing on new skills development, staff upskilling, and workforce automation.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Field Initiated Projects Program: Minority-Serving Institutions (MSI) -Research
$250,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Administration for Community Living)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 13, 2026

Date Added

Sep 8, 2025

This funding opportunity supports research projects led by minority-serving institutions to improve the inclusion and independence of individuals with disabilities.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Talent Search Program
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Education (Office of Postsecondary Education )
Federal

Application Deadline

May 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 18, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist low-income youth in completing high school and pursuing postsecondary education, helping to build a stronger talent pipeline for the future.

Employment Labor and Training
State governments
Climate-Critical Underrepresented Business Support Grants
$800,000
Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center (MassCEC)
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Apr 7, 2025

This program provides financial support to underrepresented businesses in Massachusetts, particularly Minority- and Women-owned enterprises, to help them overcome barriers and thrive in the clean energy sector.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Path to Pro Education Grants
$10,000
The Home Depot Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 11, 2026

This funding opportunity provides up to $10,000 in Home Depot gift cards to support skilled trades training programs at accredited K–12 schools, community colleges, and nonprofit organizations across the U.S.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Commercial Fishing Occupational Safety Research Cooperative Agreement (U01)
$975,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 28, 2026

Date Added

Jul 8, 2022

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research projects aimed at improving safety for workers in the commercial fishing industry, targeting hazards like vessel disasters and onboard injuries.

Health
State governments
TechAccess: AI-Ready America
$3,000,000
U.S. Department of Labor (U.S. National Science Foundation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 16, 2026

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This initiative provides funding to state and territory organizations to develop AI readiness and deployment strategies, fostering collaboration among education, workforce, and industry stakeholders to enhance local economies.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Select Student Support Services (4S) Application
$150,000
The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, Workforce Development (LEO-WD)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2029

Date Added

Dec 29, 2023

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, Workforce Development (LEO-WD) is offering a grant opportunity called the Martin Luther King, Jr. - César Chávez - Rosa Parks (KCP) Initiative, Select Student Support Services (4S) funding. The 4S program is one of seven core programs under KCP and aims to develop retention programs for academically or economically disadvantaged legal residents of Michigan enrolled at 4-year public and independent educational institutions in the state. The goal of the program is to increase graduation rates by providing seed money that will stimulate institutional change and improve graduation rates of targeted students. The 4S funds will be awarded for a six-year grant cycle starting from October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2029. The application must be completed in its entirety, and no modifications or deletions are allowed. The maximum length for the application is 21 pages. The grant guidance, requirements, assurances, certifications, and application can be found on the KCP website. The application process is competitive and aims to meet all legislative and state requirements for equal access and opportunity. Applicants with disabilities can contact the WD's KCP Office for assistance, and any questions regarding the application should be directed to [email protected].

Education
State governments
Arts in the Schools Endowment Fund
$6,500
Community Foundation of Mendocino County
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 16, 2024

Date Added

Aug 13, 2024

The Community Foundation of Mendocino County's Arts in the Schools Endowment Fund aims to provide consistent, stable funding for arts education in K-12 schools within Mendocino County, California, in perpetuity. This initiative directly aligns with the Foundation's mission to support and enhance community resources, specifically by fostering arts education as a vital component of K-12 schooling. The endowment model ensures a lasting impact, reflecting a long-term commitment to the cultural and educational enrichment of the region. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are K-12 students in Mendocino County schools, who will benefit from enhanced arts education opportunities. The program also targets professional artists by supporting their placement and work in classrooms. The impact goal is to provide high-quality arts education, ensuring that students have access to trained and professional artists. This approach seeks to cultivate artistic skills, creativity, and cultural appreciation among young learners. The program prioritizes selecting and placing artists in classrooms, as well as providing these artists with the necessary training and resources to deliver high-quality arts education. A key focus is on school-based arts programs, with individual artists required to apply through an organization, which could include educational institutions. This ensures a structured and institutional approach to implementing arts programs within the school system. Expected outcomes include a sustained increase in the availability and quality of arts education programs across Mendocino County schools. Measurable results could involve the number of schools participating, the number of students reached, and the number of professional artists engaged through the program. Ultimately, the Foundation's strategic priority is to establish a robust and enduring framework for arts education, thereby contributing to the holistic development of students and the cultural vitality of the community.

Arts
Nonprofits
Veteran and Spouse Transitional Assistance Grant Program
$500,000
Department of Veterans Affairs (Veterans Benefit Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 23, 2024

Date Added

Jul 15, 2024

The Secretary of Veterans Affairs will make grants available to eligible organizations for the provision of transition assistance. Members of the U.S. Armed Forces who are separated, retired, or discharged, as well as their spouses, will benefit from receiving the services provided. Each year approximately 200,000 Service members are separated from the military. Veterans and dependents report significant challenges when transitioning from military to civilian life. These grants will be awarded to eligible organizations that provide employment-based resources and tools, to help these Veterans and spouses overcome employment and financial challenges. In accordance with P.L. 116-315, 4304, VA seeks to award grants to organizations that provide multiple forms of the following services: resume assistance, interview training, job recruitment training, and related services, or are located in states with a high rate of unemployment among Veterans, a high rate of usage of unemployment benefits for recently separated members of the Armed Forces, or a labor force or economy that has been significantly impacted by a covered public health emergency.

Employment Labor and Training
State governments
Academy for Women Entrepreneurs, FY2025
$35,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Ethiopia)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 23, 2025

Date Added

Dec 16, 2024

This funding opportunity supports programs that empower women entrepreneurs in Ethiopia by providing them with essential skills, resources, and networks to start and grow sustainable businesses.

Women & Girl Services
Nonprofits
Up to $20 Million in Funding for Innovative Solutions to Challenges in Local News
$1,000,000
Press Forward
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides up to $20 million to nonprofit organizations and collaborative newsrooms in the U.S. to develop innovative solutions that enhance local journalism's audience engagement, operational efficiency, workforce diversity, and revenue generation.

Infrastructure
County governments
Batch 2 - Offshore Wind Works Grants - Track 2: Workforce Infrastructure
$2,000,000
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
State

Application Deadline

May 3, 2024

Date Added

Apr 19, 2024

Supports the construction, purchase, expansion, or upgrade of workforce or training-related infrastructure to better meet the needs of the offshore wind industry.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
AZ. Hall of Fame Grant FY26
$75,000
Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services (ADVS)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 18, 2025

Date Added

Jun 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that create programs and services aimed at improving the lives of Arizona's veterans, addressing issues such as employment, health, legal aid, and homelessness.

Employment Labor and Training
State governments
Invent Penn State Program
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 22, 2024

This grant supports entrepreneurs and researchers in Pennsylvania by providing resources and funding to help turn innovative ideas into marketable products and services that benefit the community and beyond.

Workforce Development
Small businesses
Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS): Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA): Braille Training Program
$300,000
U.S. Department of Education
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 27, 2026

Date Added

Dec 30, 2025

This program provides funding to support training and resources for educators and rehabilitation professionals to improve braille literacy and nonvisual technology access for individuals who are blind.

Education
State governments