1,961 foundations$7.1B total annual giving$16K median grant55 states with funders
Discover 1,961 grantmaking foundations funding employment & workforce programs, with combined annual giving of $7.1B. The median grant size for employment & workforce is $16K.
Employment & Workforce Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
1,961
Total Annual Giving
$7.1B
Total Assets Under Management
$93.6B
Median Grant Size
$16K
States with Funders
55
Total Grants on Record
45,859
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Live programs funding employment & workforce that your nonprofit can apply to now.
Open nowCloses in 3 days (Jun 30, 2026)Award: $100K – $20M
college access and completionworkforce and career developmententrepreneurship+4 more
Who can apply: Varies by grant type. Capacity Building is for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations needing to build capacity. Collective Impact is for coalitions of high-capacity organizations developing a systems-change strategy, with implementation limited to grantees who received a planning grant. Project grants are for organizations designing or scaling a multiyear project aligned to the Foundation’s strategies. Research grants are for projects advancing equitable economic mobility and producing insights relevant to the Kansas City region. Funding may not be used for bricks and mortar, endowments, discriminatory institutions, private business seed capital/loans, lobbying/political activities, medical work, political/social/fraternal organizations, religious activities, or direct scholarships.
college access and completionworkforce and career developmententrepreneurship+4 more
Who can apply: Research projects must advance equitable economic mobility, explore college access and completion, workforce and career development, or entrepreneurship through the lens of equitable economic mobility, have a budget of at least $150,000 per year, and produce insights relevant to the Kansas City region.
Who can apply: Not explicitly stated on site; likely organizations serving Elk County youth. Applicants are encouraged to contact the foundation for details.
college access and completionworkforce and career developmententrepreneurship+4 more
Who can apply: Research projects must advance equitable economic mobility, address at least one focus area, have a budget of $150,000 per year or higher, and produce insights relevant to the Kansas City region.
workforce developmentskill developmenteducational advancement+4 more
Who can apply: Eligible youth seeking to improve employability through training/education, or organizations working with youth to develop employability skills. The program emphasizes technical skills, soft skills, computer literacy, and financial literacy.
Early childhood education / school readiness / literacyOut-of-school learning and high-quality learning opportunitiesYouth leadership development+3 more
Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations (501(c)(3)); priority for organizations with operating budgets under $2 million; projects must align with Fund priorities and serve Philadelphia or the Northeast Kingdom. Must provide required attachments including IRS determination letter, leadership list, organization budget, recent financial statement, and program budget if applicable.
The typical Employment & Workforce foundation awards grants of $16K. Approximately 66% of Employment & Workforce foundations actively fund new organizations, and 91% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Employment & Workforce Grants
How many foundations fund employment & workforce?
There are 1,961 grantmaking foundations that fund employment & workforce programs across 55 states.
What is the median grant size for employment & workforce?
The median grant from foundations funding employment & workforce is $16K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest employment & workforce foundations?
The largest foundations funding employment & workforce by annual giving include JOBSOHIO, ALAMO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT INC, DTCare, with combined giving of $508.8M.
Which states have the most employment & workforce funders?
The states with the most employment & workforce foundations are California (212), New York (145), Texas (122). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find employment & workforce grants for my nonprofit?
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