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

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NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program
$5,000,000
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 3, 2026

Date Added

Mar 12, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial scholarships and support programs to help low-income, academically talented students succeed in STEM fields at U.S. colleges and universities.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
North Valley THRIVE Catalyst Fund
$2,000,000
North Valley THRIVE
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 12, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to public and private organizations, government entities, and Tribal groups in the North San Joaquin Valley for projects that drive economic growth and resilience in the region.

Business and Commerce
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
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
Computer Science for All
$2,000,000
National Science Foundation (U.S. National Science Foundation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 11, 2026

Date Added

Feb 21, 2025

This funding opportunity supports educational institutions and organizations in the U.S. to enhance computer science and computational thinking education for preK-12 students, particularly in underserved communities.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Heat Pump and HVAC Training Network
$1,200,000
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This program provides financial support to Massachusetts community colleges for establishing or upgrading HVAC training centers to expand the workforce in heat pump and HVAC technologies, aligning with the state's clean energy goals.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Wisconsin Fast Forward - Workforce Training Grants
$400,000
Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This program provides funding for employers to create tailored training programs that equip unemployed, underemployed, and current workers with essential skills and credentials to meet workforce demands in Wisconsin.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Launching Early-Career Academic Pathways in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (LEAPS-MPS)
$250,000
National Science Foundation (U.S. National Science Foundation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 21, 2025

This funding opportunity supports early-career faculty in the mathematical and physical sciences at institutions with lower NSF funding levels, helping them establish research programs and promote diversity in STEM fields.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
The U.S. Department of Energy AlgaePrize 2025–2027
$250,000
U.S. Department of Energy
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 12, 2025

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
Local Training Support Grant
Contact for amount
State of Indiana Indiana Department of Homeland Security
State

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2024

Date Added

Dec 20, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to regional fire departments, including career, combination, and volunteer entities with training centers, to enhance their training capabilities and improve public safety.

Safety
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Major Research Instrumentation Program
$4,000,000
National Science Foundation (U.S. National Science Foundation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
Early Career Research Awards for the Study of the Economics of AD/ADRD
$50,000
National Bureau of Economic Research
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 16, 2025

Date Added

Nov 14, 2024

This grant provides funding for early-career researchers to explore the economic impacts of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, supporting innovative studies on prevention, treatment, and care for affected individuals.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Depoali Memorial Fund Grants
$4,000
Community Foundation of Northern Nevada
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Oct 24, 2024

This grant provides financial support to educators in Washoe County schools for innovative projects and improvements that enhance student learning and educational experiences.

Infrastructure
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Community Psychiatry Residency Training Initiative for New Residents Starting July 1, 2025
$7,572,000
New Jersey Department of Human Services
State

Application Deadline

Nov 12, 2024

Date Added

Oct 23, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed to support accredited adult psychiatry residency programs in New Jersey by providing financial resources to create 17 new residency positions focused on training psychiatrists to serve diverse and underserved populations in the state.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Expanding Career Pathways in Artificial Intelligence-Competitive
$375,000
State of New Jersey, Department of Education
State

Application Deadline

Nov 14, 2024

Date Added

Oct 22, 2024

This funding opportunity is designed for New Jersey County Vocational School Districts partnering with higher education institutions and AI industry experts to create a comprehensive career and technical education curriculum in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Accelerating Clean Transportation (ACT) School Bus: Advisory Services Program
Contact for amount
Massachusetts MassCEC
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 22, 2024

This program provides no-cost support to public school districts in Massachusetts to help them plan and transition from diesel to electric school bus fleets.

Transportation
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
City of Hobart Education & Worker Training Grant Program 2025
$1,000
City of Hobart
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 14, 2024

This grant provides financial support for educational and worker training programs that benefit residents of Hobart, aiming to enhance their skills for a competitive global economy.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
NSF EPSCoR Graduate Fellowship Program
$3,180,000
National Science Foundation (U.S. 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
Peace Officer Behavioral Health Support and Community Partnership Grant Program
$1,700,000
State of Colorado Department of Local Affairs
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2024

This program provides funding to law enforcement and public safety agencies in Colorado to improve the mental health and well-being of peace officers and their families through counseling, training, and community partnerships.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Tribal Colleges and Universities Program
$3,500,000
National Science Foundation (U.S. National Science Foundation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 2, 2025

Date Added

Sep 11, 2024

This program provides funding to support and improve STEM education and research at Tribal Colleges and Universities, Alaska Native-serving institutions, and Native Hawaiian-serving institutions, fostering innovation and workforce development in Indigenous communities.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
ECosystem for Leading Innovation in Plasma Science and Engineering
Contact for amount
National Science Foundation (U.S. National Science Foundation)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 12, 2025

Date Added

Aug 21, 2024

This program provides funding for researchers to advance innovative applications of plasma science and technology, particularly encouraging collaboration among diverse institutions and underrepresented groups to tackle societal and technological challenges.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education