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

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Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$270,000
Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 28, 2026

Date Added

Jan 19, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed to support projects that enhance the competitiveness and sustainability of specialty crop producers in Rhode Island, including fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants, through collaborative marketing, research, and educational initiatives.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
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 is designed for innovators and organizations developing transformative healthcare technologies that enhance access and affordability, particularly in underserved areas.

Health
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Specialty Crop Block Grants
$100,000
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 3, 2026

Date Added

Dec 17, 2025

This program provides funding to Wisconsin-based organizations and groups to enhance the competitiveness of the state's specialty crop industries through collaborative projects that benefit the entire sector.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement (RII): EPSCoR Research Fellows
$300,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 14, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides funding for researchers from eligible institutions to collaborate with top-tier academic, government, or industry partners, enhancing their research capabilities and career development in STEM fields.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Advanced Industries Proof of Concept Grant
$150,000
Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade
State

Application Deadline

Feb 26, 2026

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This funding initiative provides financial support to Colorado-based research institutions for developing innovative technologies that can lead to market-ready products in advanced industries like aerospace, bioscience, and energy.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program
$1,000,000
U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (Office of Library Services)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Jan 15, 2026

This program provides funding to libraries, archives, and educational institutions to develop a skilled and diverse workforce capable of meeting the evolving information needs of communities across the United States.

Education
State governments
IUSE: Innovation in Two-Year College STEM Education
$600,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 9, 2026

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
Tim Draper Utah Entrepreneur Challenge
$75,000
Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 19, 2026

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This competition provides college students in Utah with the opportunity to win cash and prizes for developing innovative business ideas, while also offering mentorship and resources to help launch their ventures.

Business and Commerce
Individuals
Home Community Benefit Grant Program
$30,000
El Camino Healthcare District
Local

Application Deadline

Feb 27, 2026

Date Added

Feb 12, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that address healthcare access, behavioral health, chronic disease management, and economic stability for underserved populations in northern Santa Clara County.

Health
Nonprofits
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Research Incubators for STEM Excellence (E-RISE)
$8,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 11, 2026

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to enhance research capacity and collaboration in STEM fields for eligible institutions in designated U.S. states and territories, focusing on building sustainable research networks and workforce development.

Science and Technology
Private institutions of higher education
LPS Qubit Collaboratory (LQC)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (Dept of the Army -- Materiel Command)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Apr 16, 2021

This funding opportunity is designed to support researchers and educational institutions in advancing superconducting qubit technology and developing training programs to enhance the national quantum workforce.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Short Courses on Innovative Methodologies and Approaches in the Behavioral and Social Sciences (R25 Clinical Trials Not Allowed)
$200,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 9, 2027

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This funding opportunity supports educational programs that enhance training in innovative research methods for behavioral and social sciences, targeting a wide range of organizations including universities and nonprofits.

Education
State governments
Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) Office-wide
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (DARPA - Microsystems Technology Office )
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 2, 2026

Date Added

May 10, 2024

This funding opportunity supports innovative research in microsystems technology, targeting a wide range of applicants including universities, small businesses, and minority institutions, to develop advanced microelectronic systems that enhance U.S. national security.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Autism Grant Program
$1,400,000
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 13, 2026

Date Added

Jan 14, 2026

This program provides funding to Texas-based higher education institutions for research and initiatives that improve access to effective behavioral treatments for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
OED Agriculture Farm Expansion Grant 2024-2025
$100,000
County of Kauai Office of Economic Development
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 11, 2024

The 2025 Agriculture Farm Expansion Grant, offered by the Kauai County Office of Economic Development (OED), seeks to support the growth of Kauai’s agricultural industry. The program provides targeted funding to projects that aim to expand farming operations across the island. The funding period spans from March 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, and proposals must be submitted via the Amplifund system by Thursday, January 2, 2025, at 4:00 PM Kauai Standard Time. Late submissions or proposals sent via mail, email, or fax will not be considered. The grant is open to organizations proposing projects or programs that advance the agricultural sector. Proposals will be reviewed, and funding recommendations will be made, with recipients notified during the week of February 3, 2025. Applicants must ensure their proposals align with the program’s goals and meet all submission requirements outlined in the Request for Proposal (RFP). The full RFP can be accessed through the Kauai County OED website, and the Amplifund system provides the portal for proposal submissions. Questions about the grant must be submitted in writing to [email protected] by November 21, 2024, at 4:00 PM. Applicants requiring auxiliary aids, services, or accommodations due to disabilities must contact Therilynn Martin-Haumea at 808-241-4299 or [email protected] by November 23, 2023, to ensure adequate time for requests to be fulfilled. Alternate formats for notices, such as large print or Braille, are available upon request. This grant provides a strategic opportunity to invest in Kauai’s agricultural infrastructure, promote industry growth, and foster sustainable farming practices. Eligible organizations are encouraged to review the RFP and submit detailed proposals that align with the program’s objectives before the deadline.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
USDA Rural Business Development Grant
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 28, 2025

Date Added

Nov 14, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural communities for projects that create jobs and promote economic development, such as establishing business centers, training programs, and infrastructure improvements.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
Up to $20 Million in Funding for Innovative Solutions to Challenges in Local News
$1,000,000
Press Forward
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides up to $20 million to nonprofit organizations and collaborative newsrooms in the U.S. to develop innovative solutions that enhance local journalism's audience engagement, operational efficiency, workforce diversity, and revenue generation.

Infrastructure
County governments
Batch 2 - Offshore Wind Works Grants - Track 2: Workforce Infrastructure
$2,000,000
Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
State

Application Deadline

May 3, 2024

Date Added

Apr 19, 2024

Supports the construction, purchase, expansion, or upgrade of workforce or training-related infrastructure to better meet the needs of the offshore wind industry.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Artistic Legacy Grant
$100,000
San Francisco Arts Commission (SFAC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 25, 2024

The Artistic Legacy Grant (ALG), funded by the San Francisco Arts Commission, offers $10,000 to $100,000 for a 3-year period to support and celebrate an artist who has significantly contributed to San Francisco's arts and culture for at least 25 years, with funds to be used for professional development, artistic planning, sabbaticals, and other related costs.

Arts
City or township governments
Invent Penn State Program
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 22, 2024

This grant supports entrepreneurs and researchers in Pennsylvania by providing resources and funding to help turn innovative ideas into marketable products and services that benefit the community and beyond.

Workforce Development
Small businesses