Academic Success & Enrichment Grants

Last updated October 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 489 active academic success & enrichment grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 20 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 244 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.

Grants tracked: 489; from 386 funders
Median award: $5,000; middle half $1,250–$26K
Total listed funding: $28.4M; across 244 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 15; 61 with a published date

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Taylor Education Mini-Grants (Mary Jane Taylor Education Innovation Grants) Shippensburg Area School District Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Greyhound Foundation honors the memory of Mary Jane Taylor, a legendary educator and founding member of the foundation, through this competitive mini-grant program.	Not published	Up to $1K
Arizona - Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Grant Arizona Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Arizona - Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) program aims to provide safe and enriching environments for students during non-school hours, particularly targeting economically disadvantaged students.	Not published	Varies
Competitive Grants Akron Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Education and early learning grants ranged from $2,500 to $96,000, including funding for:	Not published	Varies
Youth Opportunity Scholarships (YOS) San Leandro Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 SLED is a proud partner of Youth Opportunity Scholarships, which provides scholarships for middle school students to participate in extra-curricular activities.	Not published	Up to $500
Pick-a-Pass Program Reschool · Foundation Not published · Up to $200 Pick-a-Pass provides year-long memberships to cultural institutions, giving families the autonomy to explore, grow, and engage with cultural and educational spaces on their own schedule.	Not published	Up to $200
Principals' Fund for Student Needs High Point Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual provision of grants to each school in High Point to spend on student needs. Since 2009, the fund has paid for student field trips, new library books and materials, band instruments, and other creative uses.	Not published	Varies
Appalachian College Association Ledford Scholars Award Appalachian College Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Appalachian College Association (ACA), a consortium of ~35 independent colleges/universities in Central Appalachia, runs the Ledford Scholars Program, which provides undergraduate students financial support to conduct a significant…	Not published	Varies
JEWEL (Joint Endeavor for Women in Education and Leadership) Scholarship Womens Resource Center of Northern Michigan Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K	Not published	$1K
NEEF Innovative Grants North East Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $8K The North East Educational Foundation (NEEF) awards grants to teachers and schools in North East ISD (NEISD) for innovative classroom projects that supplement curriculum and bring learning to life for students.	Not published	$2K – $8K
The Dr. Lydia R. Daniel Honors Program Endowment The Hillsborough Community College Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Honors Program at HCC provides specialized coursework and experiences for high-achieving students.	Not published	Varies
William & Sheila Konar Foundation Summer Program Grant William & Sheila Konar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The William and Sheila Konar Foundation Summer Program aims to enhance equitable access to high-quality summer learning experiences for economically disadvantaged youth in Monroe County.	Not published	Varies
Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Foundation Not published · $50K – $400K The Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant, managed by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, aims to enhance student learning through various programmatic components.	Not published	$50K – $400K
Pass & Go Clarksville Montgomery County · Foundation Not published · Varies Annual program that rewards CMCSS students who have achieved success on Advanced Placement (AP) exams. The foundation has secured additional prize scholarships and incentives to recognize student achievement.	Not published	Varies
Education Grant Somers Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants for program development and onetime capital expenditures designed to benefit a large number of students. Requests are submitted twice a year during fall and spring semesters.	Not published	Varies
Allison, Gail Honorary Fund Orange Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Fund for Greater Hartford Grant- Letter of Intent Grant The Fund for Greater Hartford Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Fund for Greater Hartford offers grants up to $25,000 to support nonprofit organizations that enhance children's academic and social skills in Hartford, New Britain, and Middletown.	Not published	Up to $25K
OCCF: Teacher Mini-Grants Program Owen County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50 – $300 The OCCF Teacher Mini-Grants Program, established in 1997, offers grants ranging from $50 to $300 for Spencer-Owen School Corporation teachers to enhance classroom learning.	Not published	$50 – $300
21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Boys & Girls Club of PBC · Foundation Not published · $2M Federal funding to establish or expand community learning centers that operate during out-of-school hours with three specific purposes: BGCPBC received over $2 million in awards supporting academic enrichment programs at:	Not published	$2M
Kids in the Park Scholarship Fund Friends of Wehr Nature Center Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide financial assistance to allow more students to experience nature-based environmental education programs when cost would otherwise be a barrier.	Not published	Varies
Nevada Title IV-B Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant State of Nevada Department of Education · State Not published · Varies The Nevada Title IV-B Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant, authorized under the ESEA, aims to provide vital academic and enrichment opportunities for children and families beyond traditional school hours.	Not published	Varies
Education- Inspired Teacher Grant Program Orange County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Education-Inspired Teacher Grant Program offers Orange County public school teachers funding for enriching classroom projects, field trips, and educational materials.	Not published	Up to $10K
GCCF: GladYAC Educator Mini-Grant Program Midland Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $250 The GladYAC Educator Mini-Grant Program, funded by the Gladwin County Community Foundation, aims to inspire educators in Gladwin County to create unique classroom projects that engage students with diverse learning styles.	Not published	Up to $250
ASPB Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) American Society of Plant Biologists · Foundation Not published · Varies ASPB Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) funds promising undergraduates to conduct plant-biology research early in their college careers; recipients present at the ASPB Plant Biology meeting the following year.	Not published	Varies
Fry Foundation: Arts Learning Grants Lloyd a Fry Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lloyd A. Fry Foundation offers Arts Learning Grants aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for low-income children and youth in Chicago through the arts.	Not published	Varies

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About academic enrichment grants

Academic enrichment grants fund out-of-school-time programs such as afterschool, before-school, and summer learning that combine academic support with arts, STEM, and other enrichment activities. The primary federal source is the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) program, the only federal funding stream dedicated exclusively to afterschool, which is awarded to states and then sub-granted locally. Private foundations and corporate funders also support enrichment for students in high-need communities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do academic success & enrichment grants award?

Of the 489 academic success & enrichment grants Grantable lists as of October 9, 2026, 244 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $5,000, and the middle half fall between $1,250 and $26K. The largest is $6M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most academic success & enrichment grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Inc (14), Clear Creek Education Foundation (6), American Society of Plant Biologists (5), Project Lead The Way Inc (5), and Dept of Education (4). In all, 386 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are academic success & enrichment grants due?

Of 489 grants listed, 15 accept applications on a rolling basis, 61 have a published upcoming deadline, 188 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 225 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 61% fall in October–December.

What academic enrichment grants are available?

Academic enrichment grants fund afterschool and summer programs offering tutoring, homework help, STEM, arts, music, and other activities that complement the school day. The federal 21st Century Community Learning Centers program is the leading source, supporting a broad array of enrichment services for students in high-poverty, low-performing schools. State education agencies, foundations, and corporate giving programs also fund enrichment, often prioritizing underserved students.

Which organizations fund academic enrichment programs?

Federal funding for enrichment comes primarily through the 21st CCLC program, with the U.S. Department of Education awarding funds to state education agencies that run competitive local subgrant competitions. Grantees include schools, community-based and faith-based organizations, charter schools, and parks and recreation departments. Private foundations and corporate funders focused on STEM, the arts, and youth development supplement these public dollars.

How do schools and nonprofits apply for enrichment grants?

For the largest federal source, organizations typically apply through their state education agency's 21st CCLC competition rather than directly to the federal government, so monitoring your state's funding cycle is essential. Many states require partnerships between schools and community organizations, and strong applications document academic and enrichment activities serving high-need students.

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