Employment Labor and Training Grants

This grant provides funding for U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and academic institutions to research and measure the skills and competencies that enhance economic mobility for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, particularly focusing on late middle and high school experiences.

This funding opportunity supports organizations in developing storytelling and communication strategies to promote a pilot program that boosts wages for child care workers in King County, ultimately advocating for sustained investment in early childhood care.

This grant provides financial support to individuals, nonprofits, and local entities in Colstrip, Montana, to foster economic development and assist those affected by the decline of coal-based industries.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to deliver hands-on career exploration programs during the summer for underserved youth aged 9 to 13 in Washington, D.C., focusing on high-demand industries and essential skills development.

This funding opportunity supports research by colleges and universities in Washington, DC, to evaluate the effectiveness of youth employment and career readiness programs for young people aged 9 to 24.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and educational institutions in New Hampshire to enhance their volunteer programs and increase their capacity to recruit, train, and manage volunteers.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations for creating supportive housing units for homeless adults in New York City, focusing on rapid placement and integrated services for individuals with complex needs.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Gary, Indiana, to support community revitalization projects that enhance downtown areas, promote economic development, and improve social cohesion.

This funding opportunity provides $1 million to support organizations that help individuals incarcerated in Pennsylvania's minimum- or low-security federal prisons prepare for successful reentry into society through workforce training and post-release support services.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public defender offices and qualified entities in California to expand holistic defense services that address clients' legal and social needs, ultimately improving outcomes in the criminal justice system.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to develop training programs that prepare workers for energy efficiency jobs in small buildings, helping to meet upcoming energy performance standards in Washington, D.C.

This grant provides financial support for women pursuing advanced training in underrepresented STEM fields to help them transition into or advance within technical and leadership roles.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to school districts in New York State to help refugee and immigrant students transition into schools, engage their families, and improve educational outcomes for English Language Learners.

This funding is designated for the National Association of State Workforce Agencies to maintain and operate a system that facilitates the exchange of unemployment insurance data between state agencies.

This funding provides financial support to the Center for Employment Security Education and Research to enhance the integrity and efficiency of state unemployment insurance programs across the nation.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in Loudoun County to support programs that assist vulnerable children, people with disabilities, and older adults by addressing their basic needs and promoting health, education, and social support.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government entities in York County, Pennsylvania, for innovative transportation projects that improve mobility and economic stability for working families.

This funding opportunity supports innovative initiatives that expand access to STEAM education and improve career pathways for diverse learners in the U.S., particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds and individuals with disabilities.

This grant provides financial resources to state workforce agencies to effectively administer unemployment insurance programs and support claimants and employers during fiscal year 2026.

This program provides funding to community organizations that empower low-income individuals by supporting the development of economic initiatives that promote equity, justice, and sustainable livelihoods.