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

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Industry Sector Grants
Contact for amount
Idaho Workforce Development Council
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 23, 2024

This funding opportunity supports Idaho businesses and organizations in developing training programs to address workforce challenges and skill gaps, ultimately promoting job creation and economic mobility in the state.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Stanislaus Wet Lab & Job Training Facilities Fund
$500,000
BEAM Circular
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to educational institutions, local governments, and nonprofits in Stanislaus County to develop shared-use wet labs and job training facilities that enhance workforce development in the circular bioeconomy sector, particularly for underserved communities.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Miami Foundationโ€™s Community Grants
Contact for amount
The Miami Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports initiatives that address social issues and enhance inclusivity in Greater Miami, focusing on health, economic stability, arts, community safety, environmental sustainability, and youth and family development.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
Enhancing Global Health Security: Strengthening public health surveillance systems for disease detection and preparedness globally
$15,000,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Centers for Disease Control-GHC)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 16, 2026

Date Added

Sep 19, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a wide range of organizations, including governments and nonprofits, to strengthen public health surveillance systems and enhance global preparedness for infectious diseases and health threats.

Health
State governments
Fed. - Sp. Ed. - Pre-School Discretionary: IDEA Preschool Discretionary - Early CHOICES
$409,000
Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to educational organizations in Illinois to improve training and resources for preschool programs serving children with disabilities.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Behavioral Highway Safety Grants
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, universities, and nonprofits in Pennsylvania to implement evidence-based strategies that improve roadway safety and reduce traffic-related injuries and fatalities.

Transportation
State governments
Rural Readiness Grant Program
$50,000
Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 9, 2025

This funding initiative provides up to $50,000 to support capacity-building projects in rural Michigan communities, focusing on local solutions for infrastructure, housing, workforce, and other development needs.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Reimagine Education Grant
$75,000
Minneapolis Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, public schools, and school districts in Minneapolis and nearby suburbs to implement evidence-based reading strategies and promote equity in K-12 education.

Education
City or township governments
Competitive Grant Program
$6,000,000
Marylandโ€™s Office of Overdose Response
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 12, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Maryland-based state agencies, local governments, and community organizations to implement projects that address substance use and the overdose crisis through prevention, harm reduction, treatment, recovery, and public safety initiatives.

Environment
County governments
Regional Infrastructure 2026
$981,250
Rural Maryland Council
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 24, 2025

This funding opportunity supports infrastructure improvement projects in rural Maryland by enabling local governments and nonprofits to collaborate on initiatives that enhance community development and preserve rural heritage.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
Damon Runyon Fellowship Award
Contact for amount
Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This fellowship provides funding to promising postdoctoral scientists and physician-scientists to advance innovative cancer research and therapies.

Health
Individuals
Cancer Research Discovery Grants
$350,000
Kuni Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 20, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative cancer research projects in Oregon and Washington, particularly those that aim to reduce health disparities and increase diversity in clinical trials.

Health
Private institutions of higher education
New Jersey Youth Corps (NJYC)
$12,600
New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 30, 2024

This program provides funding to organizations that support out-of-school youth aged 16-25 in New Jersey, helping them earn a high school diploma and gain skills for sustainable employment.

Youth
Nonprofits
Amplify Grant
$200,000
Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2024

This grant provides funding to colleges and nonprofit organizations to enhance successful educational programs that help students complete their degrees faster, stay enrolled, and close achievement gaps.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Learning Collaborative for HIV Oral Health and Primary Care Integration
$600,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Health Resources and Services Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations focused on improving oral health services for low-income individuals living with HIV by promoting the integration of dental care and primary HIV care through a collaborative learning approach.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (RRTC) On Employer Practices Leading to Successful Employment Outcomes Among People With Disabilities
$925,000
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Administration for Community Living)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 30, 2026

Date Added

Sep 8, 2025

This grant provides funding to various organizations to conduct research and training aimed at improving employer practices that lead to better employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities.

Employment Labor and Training
State governments
MBYLI Futurepreneurs Grant
$50,000
DC Department of Employment Services
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 10, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations that support entrepreneurship education and workforce development for youth in Washington, D.C., helping them gain essential business skills and leadership experience.

Recreation
County governments
State Manufacturing Leadership Program
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Energyโ€™s (DOE)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state entities, universities, and colleges to help small- and medium-sized manufacturers adopt smart manufacturing technologies and improve workforce skills.

Business and Commerce
State governments
The U.S. Department of Energy AlgaePrize
$250,000
U.S. Department of Energy
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 20, 2024

This competition invites teams of students from U.S. educational institutions to innovate and develop sustainable solutions for producing and processing algal biofuels and bioproducts, with a total of $250,000 in prizes available.

Energy
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
STEM Workforce Challenge Grant Round XV
$425,000
Nevada Governorโ€™s Office of Science, Innovation and Technology (OSIT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2024

This funding opportunity supports partnerships in Nevada between industry and workforce training providers to create programs that equip individuals with essential STEM skills for high-demand jobs.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education