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

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Strengthening Community Colleges Training Grants (Round 6)
$10,800,000
U.S. Department of Labor (Employment and Training Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 20, 2026

Date Added

Feb 18, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community colleges across the U.S. to develop and expand short-term training programs that prepare students for in-demand jobs, fostering partnerships with employers and workforce systems.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Cowell Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Cowell Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 17, 2023

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Northern and Central California that are addressing poverty and promoting racial justice and equitable outcomes for communities of color.

Youth
Nonprofits
Occupational Safety and Health Education and Research Centers (T42)
$9,000,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - ERA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 22, 2026

Date Added

Jul 18, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to academic institutions for training and research in occupational safety and health, aiming to develop a skilled workforce to address workplace health issues.

Health
State governments
Improving Undergraduate STEM Education: Directorate for STEM Education
$2,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2026

Date Added

Jul 25, 2024

This program provides funding to U.S. colleges and universities to improve STEM education through innovative teaching methods, faculty development, and institutional reforms.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
CAL FIRE Forest Health Program
$8,000,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 8, 2026

Date Added

Nov 20, 2024

This funding opportunity supports collaborative projects that restore and enhance California's forests to improve resilience against climate change, reduce wildfire risks, and promote better water and air quality.

Natural Resources
Individuals
NC IDEA ENGAGE Grant Program
$5,000
NC IDEA
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to individuals and organizations in North Carolina to create and support diverse entrepreneurial programs and events that foster community engagement and collaboration.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Cancer Prevention and Control Clinical Trials Planning Grant Program (R34 Clinical Trials Optional)
$600,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 25, 2026

Date Added

Nov 6, 2024

This funding opportunity supports researchers in planning cancer prevention and control clinical trials by providing resources to gather essential data for future studies aimed at improving public health outcomes.

Health
State governments
Research Experiences for Undergraduates
$155,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 19, 2026

Date Added

Aug 30, 2024

This program provides funding for colleges and universities to engage undergraduate students in hands-on research experiences across various scientific fields, with a focus on supporting those from underrepresented backgrounds and institutions with limited STEM opportunities.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
NIDA Mentored Clinical Scientist Development Program Award in Substance Use and Substance Use Disorder Research (K12 Clinical Trial Optional)
$750,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 5, 2026

Date Added

Jan 3, 2024

This funding opportunity supports institutions in developing clinician scientists through structured research training in substance use and addiction, enabling them to pursue independent research careers.

Health
State governments
The Genesis Mission: Transforming Science and Energy with AI
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Office of Science)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 17, 2026

Date Added

Mar 18, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement advanced AI technologies that drive scientific discovery and innovation in energy, environment, and national security.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
FY 2026 American Music Mentorship Program
$700,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based organizations to facilitate mentorship and training for international music industry professionals, enhancing their collaboration with American counterparts and promoting cultural exchange.

Arts
Nonprofits
FY 2026 American Film Showcase
$1,540,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 4, 2026

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and academic institutions to promote American film and media through international cultural exchanges and professional development programs.

Arts
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
National Centers for Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NCBIB) (P41 Clinical Trials Optional)
$3,750,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 25, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2023

This funding opportunity supports the establishment of innovative centers that develop and share advanced biomedical imaging and bioengineering technologies, aimed at enhancing research and training for a diverse range of stakeholders in the biomedical field.

Science and Technology
State governments
NSF EPSCoR Graduate Fellowship Program
$3,180,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

Oct 11, 2024

This program provides financial support to graduate institutions in certain U.S. jurisdictions to help recruit and fund talented STEM students who received Honorable Mentions from the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for NSWC Crane
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (NSWC CRANE - N00164)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 12, 2024

This funding opportunity invites innovative research proposals from academic institutions, industry partners, and research organizations to develop advanced technologies that support national security in areas like electronic warfare and hypersonic weapons.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Health Science Futures Mission Office Innovative Solutions Opening
Contact for amount
US Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 5, 2029

Date Added

Jun 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative health research and development projects that aim to create groundbreaking technologies and solutions to improve human health, targeting a wide range of organizations including academic institutions and for-profit companies.

Health
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Advanced Rehabilitation Research Training (ARRT) Program - Health and Function
$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 higher education institutions in providing advanced research training for individuals with doctoral degrees, particularly those with disabilities, to enhance the field of disability and rehabilitation research.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE)
$10,000,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This initiative provides funding to support large-scale economic development projects across the Appalachian region, focusing on workforce development, business growth, infrastructure improvements, and community capacity building.

Community Development
Nonprofits
BJA FY25 Residential Substance Abuse Treatment (RSAT) for State Prisoners Training and Technical Assistance Program
$700,000
U.S. Department of Justice (Bureau of Justice Assistance)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 4, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This funding opportunity provides support to organizations that assist state and local correctional facilities in implementing effective substance use treatment and aftercare programs for incarcerated individuals.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Grant Program
$900,000
Alaska Department of Education & Early Development (DEED)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 20, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Alaska-based organizations and school districts to create after-school and community learning programs that enhance academic achievement and personal development for students in high-poverty and low-performing schools.

Education
Nonprofits