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

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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
Faculty Early Career Development Program
$250,000,000
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 23, 2025

Date Added

Aug 1, 2024

This program provides funding to early-career faculty in various scientific fields to support their research and education initiatives, fostering their development as academic leaders.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Go Big Grant
$1,000,000
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 implement strategies that improve student success, reduce completion times, and close equity gaps in education.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
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
Accelerate Grant
$650,000
Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2024

This funding opportunity supports colleges and nonprofit organizations in implementing effective strategies to improve student success, reduce time to graduation, and close equity gaps.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
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
STEM Workforce Challenge Grant Round XV
$425,000
Nevada Governor’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
Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency Grant Assistance Program
$170,653
Nebraska Department of Veterans' Affairs
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2024

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency Grant Assistance Program is a fund provided to eligible Nebraska postsecondary institutions to help account for missing U.S. servicemembers and civilians from past conflicts.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Governor’s University Research Initiative (GURI)
$5,000,000
Office of the Governor, Texas Economic Development & Tourism
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2024

This initiative provides financial support to Texas public universities to attract world-renowned researchers in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine, boosting the state's academic and economic growth.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
AG MECHANICS GRANT PROGRAM
$2,500
Texas Farm Bureau
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2024

Date Added

Apr 29, 2024

The Texas Farm Bureau's Ag Mechanics Grant Program is designed to support agricultural mechanical and metal technologies educators by providing additional resources. This grant aims to enhance the skills of students in Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technology through the education of 9th to 12th grade teachers. These teachers must be addressing Agriculture Mechanics and Metal Technologies, Agriculture Structures Design and Fabrication, Agriculture Equipment Design and Fabrication, and/or Agricultural Power Systems as per TEKS standards in a public or accredited non-public secondary educational institution.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Job Training Economic Development Program
$500,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2024

Date Added

Apr 17, 2024

The Job Training and Economic Development - Teachers Apprenticeship Program aims to provide targeted job training and development opportunities through a state-funded grant. Eligible entities are encouraged to apply for funding to establish or enhance apprenticeship programs for teachers. This opportunity supports efforts to develop the educational workforce and improve economic opportunities within the community. The program is anticipated to award 4 grants, with a total funding amount of $2,000,000 available. Grants will be awarded ranging from $50,000 to $500,000. Applications are accepted from the announcement date until the specified closing date. Technical assistance sessions are available for prospective applicants. These are not mandatory but are offered to provide additional support. The session is scheduled for 03/28/2024 at 1:00 PM, and registration can be completed online.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Scholarships in STEM Network
$15,000,000
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 14, 2025

Date Added

Apr 4, 2024

This grant provides funding to create a network that supports low-income students in STEM fields, helping them overcome barriers to success and achieve their career goals through collaboration among educational institutions, industry, and community organizations.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
2025 Oregon Natural Resources Education Fund
$2,500
Oregon Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 1, 2025

Date Added

Mar 25, 2024

The Oregon Natural Resources Education Fund (ONREF) offers grants to public or private high schools in Oregon committed to providing educational opportunities in Forestry. Grants support the acquisition of natural resource-related tools, equipment, technology, and other educational resources. The funding range is between $500 to $2,500, with the possibility of larger awards under special circumstances. The application period is from January 1 to March 1 annually. Eligible schools must demonstrate a commitment to Forestry Programs of Study, focusing on a comprehensive curriculum that includes wood products, silviculture, harvesting, and the management of Oregon's forest-related natural resources, alongside career and leadership development. There are also four Subfunds with specific funding objectives and eligibility requirements. Grant renewed every year. Grant annual opening/closing deadline: January 1st to March 1st

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Perkins Teacher Professional Development
$25,000
Alaska Department of Education & Early Development
State

Application Deadline

May 3, 2024

Date Added

Mar 18, 2024

The Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V) focuses on providing high-quality, comprehensive professional development for Career & Technical Education (CTE) teachers in Alaska. This initiative aims to integrate state academic standards with relevant technical knowledge and skills, prepare CTE educators to accommodate special populations, and ensure instructors remain updated with industry standards. Approximately $125,000 is available for FY25, anticipating up to five grants ranging from $10,000 to $25,000 each, to support intensive professional development in high-needs CTE areas determined by Perkins-receiving districts. Applications are due by May 3, 2024, with the grant period running from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. Proposals must deliver at least 40 hours of professional development and may include postsecondary credit options for participants.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Research on Innovative Technologies for Enhanced Learning
$900,000
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Federal

Application Deadline

Nov 4, 2025

Date Added

Feb 1, 2024

This grant provides funding for innovative research in emerging technologies that improve teaching and learning across various educational settings and for diverse learner populations.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Tennesee Adult Basic Education
Contact for amount
Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 2, 2023

The purpose of the grant is to provide academic instruction and education services below the postsecondary level. Services include Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, English as a Second Language and Corrections Education. Adult Education, as part of the Workforce Innovations and Opportunity Act (WIOA), provides services to adults to build the knowledge and skills necessary for high school equivalency (HiSET), employment, post-secondary opportunities, and economic self-sustainability.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
IUSE: Innovation in Two-Year College STEM Education
$600,000
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 10, 2025

Date Added

May 6, 2023

This grant provides funding to two-year colleges to develop innovative STEM education projects that enhance student success and broaden participation in STEM fields.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education