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Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Workforce Development

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Spencer Fellowship for Education Reporting
$85,000
Spencer Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 23, 2024

This fellowship provides financial support and resources for journalists and educators to create impactful long-form journalism projects that enhance public understanding of education.

Education
City or township governments
Advanced Industries Proof of Concept Grant
$150,000
Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This funding initiative provides financial support to Colorado-based research institutions for developing innovative technologies that can lead to market-ready products in advanced industries like aerospace, bioscience, and energy.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Pathways to Prosperity Individualized Training Pathway Competitive Grants in Minnesota
$500,000
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations in Minnesota to support adult residents facing employment barriers by offering training and resources for high-demand jobs, with a focus on promoting racial and economic equity.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program
$1,000,000
U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (Office of Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 15, 2026

This program provides funding to libraries, archives, and educational institutions to develop a skilled and diverse workforce capable of meeting the evolving information needs of communities across the United States.

Education
State governments
Song Brown Family Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant (FNP & PA)
$182,000
California Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 23, 2026

Date Added

Feb 25, 2026

This funding opportunity supports accredited Family Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant programs in California to train more healthcare providers dedicated to serving underserved communities with limited access to primary care.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Major Research Instrumentation Program
$4,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 16, 2026

Date Added

Nov 25, 2024

This grant provides funding to colleges, universities, and non-profit research organizations in the U.S. to acquire or develop advanced scientific instruments that enhance research capabilities across various disciplines.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Alabama Flex Grant Program
Contact for amount
Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2024

This program provides funding to rural hospitals in Alabama to improve healthcare access, enhance operational efficiency, and support quality improvement initiatives in underserved communities.

Health
Nonprofits
State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula Grant Program
$30,000
Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 2, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Indiana for developing and expanding apprenticeship programs that involve multiple employers, enhancing workforce development and job access for residents.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Tim Draper Utah Entrepreneur Challenge
$75,000
Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This competition provides college students in Utah with the opportunity to win cash and prizes for developing innovative business ideas, while also offering mentorship and resources to help launch their ventures.

Business and Commerce
Individuals
Rural and Underserved Clinical Rotations Grant Program
$400,000
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports health professional training programs in Minnesota to expand clinical rotations in rural and underserved areas, enhancing healthcare access and workforce diversity.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Garden State Energy Storage Program – Phase 1 (GSESP)
Contact for amount
New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 7, 2025

This program provides funding for large-scale energy storage projects in New Jersey to enhance energy resilience, reduce costs, and support environmental justice initiatives.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Workplace Safety Grants for Health Care Entities in Minnesota
$50,000
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2025

This program provides funding to health care entities in Minnesota to improve safety measures and reduce workplace violence, focusing on training for de-escalation and positive support.

Community Development
County governments
Home Community Benefit Grant Program
$30,000
El Camino Healthcare District
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 12, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that address healthcare access, behavioral health, chronic disease management, and economic stability for underserved populations in northern Santa Clara County.

Health
Nonprofits
Youth Transitions To Work (YTTW)
$12,000
New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 6, 2025

This program provides funding to support high school juniors, seniors, and out-of-school youth in New Jersey as they transition into high-skill, high-wage employment through career exploration, training, and partnerships with apprenticeship sponsors.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Loudoun Impact Fund
$10,000
Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties (CFLNFC) and Community Foundation for Northern Virginia (CFNOVA)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 24, 2025

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.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Build the Future Grant Pilot Program
$2,000,000
Maryland Department of Commerce
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 29, 2024

The Maryland Department of Commerce is offering the Build the Future Grant Pilot Program, providing up to $2 million per fiscal year for innovation infrastructure projects in various technology sectors, with grantees required to provide matching funds and use the grant for costs related to project development, such as construction, installation, and equipment.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
AI Models Innovation Challenge
$1,000,000
Massachusetts Technology Collaborative
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 13, 2025

This grant provides up to $1 million to non-profit organizations and academic institutions in Massachusetts to develop innovative AI models that address specific industry needs, with a focus on collaboration and public benefit.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
2024 Fall College and Career Navigator Support:
$1,000,000
Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2024

This grant provides financial support to community and tribal colleges in Michigan to enhance college enrollment and success for adult learners through collaborative partnerships and navigator programs.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Campaign to Advance Community Health Worker Workforce in IL – Phase 1
$25,000
Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Illinois to develop a strategic plan that promotes and strengthens the community health worker workforce, enhancing their integration into public health and healthcare systems.

Health
Nonprofits
Adult Support Services Competitive Grant
$200,000
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Minnesota-based organizations that create or improve workforce development programs for low-income, underemployed, or unemployed adults, helping them gain skills for stable, well-paying jobs in high-demand industries.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits