Academic Success & Enrichment Grants

Academic Success & Enrichment Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.

514 grants
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ASIANETWORK INC · February 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

McJimsey Student Essay Competition Funder: ASIANetwork Inc Target Audience: Students Focus: Student essay competition Annual essay competition for students, named after McJimsey.

HOPA MOUNTAIN INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Medical Mentorship Program Overview: Provides undergraduate students and recent college graduates with mentorship, MCAT test prep support, and assistance with MD and DO applications to help students…

MOUNTAIN EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

MEF Student Enrichment Programs Fund Geographic Scope: Signal Mountain, Tennessee (Signal Mountain Middle/High School students) Award Type: Financial assistance for student participation in summer…

THE MICHELSON 20MM FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Michelson Spark Grants: Student Basic Needs Funding Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Michelson 20MM Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary The Michelson Spark Grants…

THE PELHAM EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Micro Grants Program Award Amount: Up to $1,000 Recurrence: Rolling basis, available at any time during the year Geographic Scope: Pelham, NY Eligibility: Teachers in Pelham schools Purpose: To…

Up to $500
San Antonio Foundation for Excellence in Education Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mini Grants Funder: San Antonio Foundation for Excellence in Education Inc (SAISD Foundation) Geographic Scope: San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD), Texas Focus Areas: Classroom and…

Up to $5,000
THE PELHAM EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Mini Grants Program Award Amount: Up to $5,000 Recurrence: Rolling basis, reviewed at Foundation board meetings throughout the year (September-June) Geographic Scope: Pelham, NY Eligibility: Teachers…

Varies
CLEAR CREEK EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mini-Grant Funder: Clear Creek Education Foundation (CCEF) Geographic Scope: Clear Creek Independent School District (CCISD), Texas Overview: Smaller grants designed to support innovative classroom…

EASTERN WEST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mini-Grants For Teachers Funder: Eastern West Virginia Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Berkeley County, West Virginia Focus Areas: K-12 education; enriching academic experiences in classrooms…

TR UW MINNIE M JONES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Minnie M. Jones Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tr Uw Minnie M Jones Last Updated: July 16, 2025 Summary The Minnie M. Jones Trust Grant, established in 1953, aims to enhance educational…

Varies (past awards range from $125 to $2,411)
COLORADO NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mission Grant Funder: Colorado Native Plant Society (CoNPS) Geographic Scope: Colorado Focus Areas: Projects that support native plantings with a public education component, including: - Native plant…

FOUNDATION OF THE MONROE COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Monthly Foundation

Monthly Curriculum Enrichment Grant Funder: Foundation of Monroe County Community Schools Geographic Scope: Monroe County Community Schools (MCCSC), Bloomington, Indiana Focus Areas: Monthly…

STONEHILL COLLEGE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Moreau Honors Leadership Grants Overview: All Honors Scholars in the Moreau Honors Program have the opportunity to apply for Moreau Honors Leadership Grants, awarded to support student leadership,…

MUNSTER EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · April 15, 2026 · Bimonthly Foundation

Munster Education Foundation Grants Funder: Munster Education Foundation Inc (IN, US) Geographic Scope: Munster Schools (five schools in Munster, Indiana) Overview: The Munster Education Foundation…

Full tuition coverage for one year of instrument lessons
FOUNDATION FOR HEARING AND SPEECH · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Music To My Ears (MTME) Scholarship Program - Instrument Lessons Funder: Foundation for Hearing and Speech Resources (FHSR), Illinois, US Geographic Scope: Chicagoland area, Illinois Focus Areas:…

Varies
DENVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

My Spark Overview: My Spark provides funding to support innovative projects, classroom needs, and school-based initiatives across Denver Public Schools. Geographic Scope: Denver Public Schools,…

NARRATIVE 4 INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Narrative 4 National Schools Network (N4NSN) Status: The program is no longer accepting new applications as of the extraction date. Previous deadline was January 31st, 2025. Geographic Scope: United…

THE NICHOLAS B OTTAWAY FDN INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

NBO Foundation - Education Committee Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nicholas B. Ottaway Foundation Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Nicholas B. Ottaway Foundation offers grants through its…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of academic success & enrichment grants are available?
Academic Success & Enrichment Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for academic success & enrichment grants?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for academic success & enrichment grants?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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