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District of Columbia Employment Labor and Training Grants

Explore 28 grant opportunities

Career Ready Early Scholars Program Grant
$140,000
District of Columbia Department of Employment Services (DOES)
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 8, 2025

Date Added

Aug 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to deliver hands-on career exploration programs during the summer for underserved youth aged 9 to 13 in Washington, D.C., focusing on high-demand industries and essential skills development.

Youth
Nonprofits
Office of Youth Programs Research Grant
$90,000
District of Columbia Department of Employment Services (DOES)
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 8, 2025

Date Added

Aug 28, 2025

This funding opportunity supports research by colleges and universities in Washington, DC, to evaluate the effectiveness of youth employment and career readiness programs for young people aged 9 to 24.

Youth
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Small Building Re-tuning Workforce Development Program
$450,000
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE)
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 22, 2025

Date Added

Aug 27, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to develop training programs that prepare workers for energy efficiency jobs in small buildings, helping to meet upcoming energy performance standards in Washington, D.C.

Energy
Nonprofits
Kingman Rangers Workforce Development Program
$467,211
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment
State

Application Deadline

Sep 12, 2025

Date Added

Aug 7, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations that will improve the natural environment of Kingman and Heritage Islands while creating job opportunities for local residents facing employment barriers and supporting high school students in the Anacostia Watershed.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Intensive Mentoring for Oasis Youth Leadership Program
$500,000
Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 29, 2025

Date Added

Aug 1, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to support community organizations in providing intensive mentoring and support services for at-risk youth aged 10 to 14 who are involved with the juvenile justice system in Washington, DC.

Youth
Nonprofits
FY2026 Community Development Grant
$750,000
DC Office of the Attorney General (OAG)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 8, 2025

Date Added

Jul 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Washington, DC, that work to enhance safety, rights, and opportunities for vulnerable populations through various community-focused initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Growth Fund 2025
$551,131
Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED)
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2025

Date Added

Jun 11, 2025

This grant provides financial support to small businesses and startups that are expanding or establishing operations in Washington, DC, with a focus on job creation and occupancy of commercial office space.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Crime Victim Services
Contact for amount
Office of Victim Services and Justice Grants (OVSJG)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides competitive grants to nonprofit organizations and community-based institutions in Washington, D.C., to support a variety of services aimed at assisting crime victims and enhancing juvenile and criminal justice initiatives.

Law Justice and Legal Services
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Health Equity Fund - Demonstration Projects
Contact for amount
Greater Washington Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 31, 2025

Date Added

Apr 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports collaborative projects by nonprofit organizations in Washington, DC, aimed at improving health equity and economic mobility for marginalized communities by addressing the root causes of health disparities.

Health
Nonprofits
Participant Advancement, Training, and Higher Education (PATH) Grant
$250,000
Department of Employment Services (DOES)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist young adults aged 18-24 who are not in school, helping them gain job skills, education, and employment.

Community Development
Nonprofits
OSSE Adult and Family Education Consolidated Competitive Grant 2026
$680,000
Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that deliver adult education programs for District residents facing educational and workforce challenges, such as low literacy and limited English proficiency.

Education
City or township governments
Youth Pathways to the Finance Industry Program
$150,000
District of Columbia Department of Employment Services
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 9, 2025

This funding opportunity supports programs that provide structured financial industry exposure and training for District youth aged 16 to 18, fostering early career interest and skill development.

Youth
Nonprofits
Robust Retail Citywide Grants
$10,000
Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 27, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to small retail businesses in Washington, D.C. to help them maintain operations and thrive amid economic challenges.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
Summer Strong DC
$100,000
Office of Out of School Time Grants and Youth Outcomes (OST Office)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Washington, DC, that provide high-quality summer programs for children and youth, focusing on positive youth development and mitigating summer learning loss.

Recreation
Nonprofits
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
Vitality Fund
$3,500,000
Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 31, 2025

This program provides financial incentives to businesses relocating to or expanding within Washington, DC, with a focus on job creation, capital investment, and economic growth in key industry sectors.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Education on Residential Energy Efficiency and Electrification
$50,000
District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and private enterprises to educate and engage low-income households and disadvantaged communities in Washington, D.C. on energy efficiency and electrification practices.

Education
Nonprofits
Community Journalism Program
Contact for amount
HumanitiesDC
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 30, 2024

This program provides free training in journalism to empower Washington, DC residents aged 18 and older to tell impactful local stories through workshops and mentorship.

Arts
County governments
Visions – Projects + Events
$25,000
HumanitiesDC
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 30, 2024

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations in Washington, DC, to create innovative public humanities projects, such as festivals, exhibitions, and performances, that engage and educate the community.

Humanities
Nonprofits
2025 Community Culture & Heritage Grants
$10,000
HumanitiesDC
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 30, 2024

This grant provides funding for individuals and organizations in Washington, DC, to create projects that celebrate and preserve the culture and heritage of local communities, culminating in a public event to showcase their work.

Humanities
Nonprofits