Published Date: 01-06-2026
Location: Ashburn, VA
Brief Summary
A professional certification badge displayed over a secure digital network symbolizes workforce cybersecurity readiness.
The Cyber Grants Alliance (CGA) has announced a new partnership with CyberCert to provide 250 cybersecurity certification grants to small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) across the United States. The program is designed to help organizations strengthen their cybersecurity workforce by covering the cost of professional certification training and exams for qualifying participants. By removing financial barriers to certification, the initiative aims to improve cyber readiness and address the growing skills gap facing SMBs.
Key Details
• Who: Cyber Grants Alliance (a nonprofit providing cybersecurity grants for vulnerable organizations) and CyberCert (a cybersecurity certification and training provider).
• What: A partnership to offer 250 cybersecurity certification grants for SMB employees, covering approved training programs and certification exam costs.
• When: Announced November 12, 2025. Applications are now open, with grants awarded on a rolling basis while availability lasts.
• Where: Ashburn, VA (Cyber Grants Alliance headquarters). The grant program is available to eligible small and mid-sized businesses across the United States.
• Why: To address the cybersecurity talent shortage impacting SMBs. Many small organizations lack the budget to invest in employee certification and training, leaving them more vulnerable to cyber threats.
This initiative helps SMBs build internal security expertise without added financial strain.
About Cyber Grants Alliance (CGA):
The Cyber Grants Alliance is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing cybersecurity grants that help businesses and institutions protect against evolving digital threats. Through innovative funding programs, CGA connects organizations with cybersecurity providers who deliver professional-grade protection, compliance support, and training.
About CyberCert:
CyberCert is a cybersecurity training and certification organization focused on equipping professionals with practical skills to defend modern digital environments. Its programs support workforce development initiatives for businesses seeking to strengthen internal cybersecurity capabilities.
Media Contact
Rick Dassler – Cyber Grants Alliance
📞 +1 (888) 323-9991
📧 info@cybergrantsalliance.org
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