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LinkedIn Future of Work Fund – Fundin LinkedIn Future of Work Fund The LinkedIn Social Impact Future of Work Fund is supporting nonprofit organisations that help young people prepare for a rapidly changing labour market shaped by artificial intelligence.
As technology transforms industries and job roles, the fund aims to ensure that young people and underserved communities have access to the skills, opportunities and support needed to succeed in the future workforce. For organisations delivering workforce development, digital skills training or employment support, this fund represents a significant opportunity to scale programmes that improve access to quality jobs.
About the Future of Work Fund The Future of Work Fund was launched by LinkedIn to address the growing skills gap created by advances in AI and automation. Research suggests that a large proportion of job skills will change over the coming years as technology reshapes how people work.
The fund focuses on supporting organisations that are helping individuals adapt to these changes by providing career guidance, digital skills training and pathways into employment. LinkedIn’s goal is to expand economic opportunity by backing programmes that equip people with the skills and confidence needed to navigate the evolving world of work.
How Much Funding Is Available Successful organisations can receive grants typically ranging from £1500,000 to £225,000. In addition to financial support, selected organisations may receive access to LinkedIn’s tools, insights and professional networks to help strengthen and scale their programmes. The Future of Work Fund supports initiatives that improve access to employment and career development opportunities in an AI-enabled economy.
Examples of eligible activities include: Workforce development and employability programmes Digital skills and AI-related training initiatives Career guidance and job readiness support Mentoring and coaching programmes for young adults Projects that help underserved communities access employment opportunities Programmes should demonstrate how they help participants gain skills, confidence and pathways into meaningful work.
Applications are open to nonprofit organisations that: Are legally registered charities or not-for-profit organisations Deliver programmes focused on employment, skills development or economic opportunity Have the capacity to deliver programmes at scale Can demonstrate measurable outcomes and impact UK organisations are encouraged to apply, particularly those working with young adults or people facing structural barriers to employment.
Applications for the current funding round close on: Organisations should ensure they clearly explain how their programme supports people preparing for the future workforce and how the funding would enable them to scale their impact.
What Makes a Strong Application Strong applications typically demonstrate: Clear employment or workforce outcomes Innovative use of technology or digital learning Evidence of impact from previous programmes The ability to reach underserved communities A scalable model that can expand impact with additional funding Programmes that combine career pathways, digital skills and practical employment support are particularly aligned with the fund’s priorities.
Is This Right for Your Organisation If your organisation supports young people or adults in the UK to develop digital skills, build career pathways or prepare for a changing job market, the LinkedIn Future of Work Fund could be a strong fit. Win more funding without the usual time, cost or stress George St, Leeds, LS2 7HZ
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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Future of Work Fund 2026: Global AI Workforce Grant is a grant from LinkedIn that funds nonprofits preparing young adults overcoming barriers for success in an AI-driven economy. The program provides one-time unrestricted cash grants, typically ranging from $200,000 to $300,000, along with in-kind support to organizations using AI innovation to expand economic opportunity. Eligible applicants must be legally registered nonprofits or 501(c)(3) organizations focused on workforce development, AI fluency, and digital skills training for career starters ages 18-24. LinkedIn prioritizes organizations serving young adults in France, Germany, India, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Applications for the 2026 cycle close on March 15, 2026.
The LinkedIn Future of Work Fund 2026 is a global philanthropic grant initiative that doubled its commitment to $3 million for 2026 to help nonprofit organizations prepare young people for a rapidly changing labor market shaped by artificial intelligence. Building on the inaugural 2025 round, the fund provides unrestricted grants of $200,000-$300,000 to organizations demonstrating clear approaches to AI literacy and digital skills training, career pathways using AI-enabled tools, and workforce adaptability programs. The fund prioritizes organizations serving young adults aged 18-24 facing structural barriers to employment, with geographic focus on France, Germany, India, United Kingdom, and United States. Selected organizations receive monetary grants plus strategic assistance from LinkedIn's workforce development ecosystem. Applications are reviewed by LinkedIn's Social Impact team along with an external panel of workforce development and AI experts.
The Ethics and Governance of Artificial Intelligence Fund is sponsored by John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Omidyar Network, LinkedIn founder Reid Hoffman, Hewlett Foundation, and others. A fund to apply humanities, social sciences, and other disciplines to the development of AI, with a goal to advance the development of ethical AI in the public interest.
The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to four (4) Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) that will provide entrepreneurial development services to Native American communities, focusing on supplying services to socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing SBA resources. Eligible applicants must be Tribal Colleges and Universities as defined in the Higher Education Act HEA 316 (U.S.C. 1059c). Funding Opportunity Number: SB-GC7J-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.007. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,ED. Award Amount: Up to $250K per award.
The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to two (2) private, non-profit organizations that will provide entrepreneurial development services to women, with an emphasis on socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing WBCs for the District of Columbia (DC) and the State of Oregon. There will be one award for each location. Eligible applicants must be private, non-profit organizations with 501(c) tax exempt status from the U.S. Treasury’s Internal Revenue Service and must provide services to the District of Columbia (DC) and State of Oregon. Funding Opportunity Number: SB-OEDWB-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.043. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,CD,RD. Award Amount: $75K – $150K per award.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) / Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs (Phase I) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The USDA SBIR/STTR programs focus on transforming scientific discovery into products and services with commercial potential and/or societal benefit in agriculturally-related areas. This can include app development for agricultural technology, rural development, and smart farming. Phase I aims to demonstrate technical feasibility.