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

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NSF STEM K-12
$750,000
National Science Foundation
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports a wide range of projects aimed at improving STEM education and learning outcomes in schools and informal settings across the United States, targeting institutions, organizations, and individuals involved in education and research.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY 2026 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Professional Fellowship
$4,467,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 20, 2026

Date Added

Feb 20, 2026

This grant provides funding for U.S.-based organizations to facilitate professional exchange programs for emerging leaders from Southeast Asia, focusing on key areas such as economic prosperity, energy, liberty, and security.

International Development
Nonprofits
Department of War Cyber Service Academy (DoW CSA)
$20,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Washington Headquarters Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 20, 2026

Date Added

Jun 19, 2025

This funding opportunity provides scholarships and support to U.S. higher education institutions designated as National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity, aimed at recruiting and retaining students in cyber-related disciplines to strengthen the national cybersecurity workforce.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Unleashing Tribal Energy Development
$7,500,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Golden Field Office)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 24, 2026

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Tribal communities and organizations for developing energy infrastructure projects that enhance energy sovereignty and economic growth.

Energy
Native American tribal organizations
Workforce Integration in Conflict Areas
$300,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Pakistan)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations and educational institutions to develop vocational training programs for young graduates in conflict-affected regions of Pakistan, focusing on skills relevant to U.S. companies in the mining and minerals sector.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Strengthening Agricultural Systems
$10,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 23, 2026

Date Added

Jan 30, 2026

This grant provides funding for universities and research institutions to conduct innovative projects that improve agricultural productivity and sustainability while addressing key challenges in the U.S. food supply chain.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Jerry Dalton Memorial Education Fund
Contact for amount
Washington Metropolitan Auto Body Association
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Feb 20, 2026

This fund provides financial support to students and educational programs in the automotive collision industry across Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, and Washington, DC, helping to enhance learning environments and workforce readiness.

Education
Individuals
National Environmental Education and Training Program
$4,740,000
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 27, 2026

Date Added

Mar 13, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S.-based educational institutions and nonprofit organizations to develop and implement environmental education programs that enhance public understanding and promote stewardship of environmental issues.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF)
$35,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Rwanda)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Mar 24, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to implement collaborative projects that strengthen ties between the United States and Rwanda in areas like education, health, technology, and commerce.

International Development
Individuals
Fall Semi-Annual Competitive Grants
Contact for amount
The Cabell Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 2, 2024

This program provides funding for nonprofit organizations in Virginia, particularly in the Richmond area, to support significant capital projects that encourage community involvement and additional fundraising efforts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
FY 26 CD Education Mini Grant
$3,000
Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This funding opportunity supports conservation-focused educational initiatives for youth in Montana, providing resources for schools, educators, and community groups to promote environmental awareness and stewardship.

Education
County governments
Community Grants
Contact for amount
Pickaway County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 11, 2026

Date Added

Nov 8, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in Pickaway County, Ohio, for innovative projects that improve community quality of life, especially for underserved populations.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Oral Health Access and Workforce Development
Contact for amount
Delta Dental Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

May 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, government agencies, and educational institutions in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and North Carolina that are working to improve oral health access and equity, particularly for individuals with disabilities.

Health
Nonprofits
Community Action Plan Micro-Grant
$5,000
City of Bowling Green
Local

Application Deadline

Apr 13, 2026

Date Added

Mar 17, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to individuals and community groups in Bowling Green, Ohio, for small-scale projects that enhance public spaces, promote community engagement, and align with local development goals.

Community Development
Individuals
EDA Grant Program
$250,000
U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 9, 2024

This program provides funding to support tourism marketing and development initiatives in Maryland, helping communities recover from the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Recreation
State governments
Growing Research Access for Nationally Transformative Economic Development
Contact for amount
National Science Foundation
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based organizations, including universities and nonprofits, to improve the infrastructure and administrative systems that support research activities, fostering a more competitive and equitable research environment.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Research Training Groups in the Mathematical Sciences
$600,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 11, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This program provides funding to U.S. universities to improve graduate education and research training in mathematical sciences, particularly in emerging fields like artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, while fostering collaboration and mentorship for students and postdocs.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Pennsylvania Infrastructure Technology Alliance (PITA)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This program provides funding to support infrastructure and technology projects that enhance the competitiveness of Pennsylvania's businesses and workforce through collaboration between public entities and academic institutions.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FFAR Fellows Program
$148,500
Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Mar 25, 2025

This program provides funding and professional development opportunities for PhD students conducting research in food and agriculture, focusing on challenges like climate change and global demand, while requiring them to secure a financial sponsor.

Food and Nutrition
Individuals
U.S. Embassy Sofia PDS Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026)
$35,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Bulgaria)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 24, 2026

This funding opportunity supports collaborative projects by alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in Bulgaria, aimed at strengthening ties between alumni and the U.S. government while promoting American values and innovation.

International Development
Individuals