September Opportunities for Workforce Development and Job Training

September brings a cluster of funding windows for organizations working in workforce development, job training, and career pathways. Whether you're building training programs, connecting young people to employment, or expanding the skilled workforce in your region, this month's funders are looking for partners who understand both the work and the communities they serve. Here's what's on the table.

High Foundation: Grant for Regional Nonprofits Supporting Economic and Community Vitality

High Foundation funds 501(c)(3) nonprofits working to advance economic vibrancy and community vitality in communities where High companies operate. Workforce development is one of their core areas, alongside housing, arts, civic engagement, health, and re-entry support. They prioritize organizations aligned with their strategic pillars and committed to equity and diversity. Deadline: September 1. Apply here

Henry Smith Foundation: Grant for Nonprofits Supporting Careers Education for Young People with Learning Disabilities

If your organization delivers job coach-led careers education for young people with learning disabilities in mainstream and SEND school settings, Henry Smith Foundation funds four-year grants that embed trained job coaches in schools. The work includes vocational profiling, meaningful work experience, and pathways into supported internships and paid employment. They expect partnership with schools, families, and employers. Deadline: September 2. Apply here

NSF AgTech Engine in North Dakota: Grant for Rural AgTech Workforce Innovation Projects

North Dakota nonprofits and community organizations can access reimbursement-based grants for locally led projects that advance agricultural technology workforce development. Funded projects may focus on AgTech education, applied learning, workforce-ready communities, or innovation and entrepreneurship, and must align with Community Workforce Partnership priorities. Deadline: September 4. Apply here

Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation: Grant for Colorado Oral Health Nonprofits and Schools

Delta Dental of Colorado funds two priority areas: preventing tooth decay in children ages 0-10 through preventive services and care coordination, and expanding the oral health workforce through career pathway training and employment support. Eligible organizations include nonprofits, schools, government entities, and fiscally sponsored organizations working to advance oral health equity. Deadline: September 8. Apply here

Delta Dental of Illinois Foundation: Grant for Oral Health Nonprofits and Public Institutions Serving Illinois Children

Illinois nonprofits, public schools, and governmental health entities can apply for one-year grants to improve oral health outcomes for children through education, awareness, access to care, and workforce development. Funding covers program costs, equipment, supplies, and related salaries. Deadline: September 11. Apply here

Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative (COSI): Grant for Nonprofit Scholarship Organizations Supporting Colorado Students

COSI provides matching grant funds to nonprofit scholarship organizations to reduce tuition costs and student loan debt for Colorado postsecondary students. Recipient organizations must match COSI funding 1:1 with community scholarship dollars and connect students to career services and employment opportunities. The program focuses on credential completion in high-demand pathways aligned with Colorado's top jobs. Deadline: September 14. Apply here

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