Career & College Preparation Grants

Last updated October 11, 2026

Grantable tracks 853 active career & college preparation grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 3 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 412 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.

Grants tracked: 853; from 498 funders
Median award: $5,000; middle half $2,000–$17K
Total listed funding: $57.4M; across 412 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 5; 82 with a published date

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Rugby Scholarship Faith Family Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides financial assistance to Faith Family Academy high school graduating seniors pursuing post-secondary education, with preference for those involved in rugby.	Not published	Varies
Eric Minkiewicz Presidential Scholarship Award Grant The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Empowering generous people with meaningful giving opportunities.	Not published	Varies
Dr. Otis A. Jackson Scholarship Fund Youthbridge Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides scholarships to African-American high school seniors at St. Louis Public Schools who will be attending an accredited four-year college or university.	Not published	Varies
NTPGA Ben Hogan Foundation Scholarship The Ben Hogan Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Partnership between Ben Hogan Foundation and NTPGA Junior Golf Foundation to provide scholarship opportunities for current NTPGA Junior Tour Members heading to college.	Not published	Varies
Bats to Cats Transfer Award Austin Community College Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K Award provided to ACC students transferring to Texas State University through the Bats to Cats program.	Not published	$1K – $2K
Alabama Poultry Foundation Allied Industry Scholarship - Wallace State Community College Hanceville Alabama Poultry & Egg Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Providing scholarships for students enrolled in the Agricultural Production Program or subsequent Poultry Science Program at Wallace State Community College Hanceville who intend to transfer to Auburn University.	Not published	Varies
Scholarships Celebration Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Educational Incentive Award Application for Children of Individuals with Thalassemia Grant Cooley's Anemia Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K The Educational Incentive Award Application by the Cooley’s Anemia Foundation aims to support children of individuals with severe thalassemia in pursuing their educational and career aspirations.	Not published	$500 – $1K
EEF High School Graduate Scholarship Grant Environmental Education Foundation, Inc. · Foundation Not published · $3K The EEF High School Graduate Scholarship, offered by the Environmental Education Foundation, supports students from the Geneva Lake area pursuing environmentally-focused college degrees.	Not published	$3K
YCF: David Breaux Memorial Scholarship Grant Sacramento Region Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The David Breaux Memorial Scholarship honors the legacy of a compassionate community member, David Breaux, who passed away on April 27, 2023.	Not published	$2K
Oregon Advanced Placement Programs (AP/IB Test Fee Program) Education Grants · State Not published · Varies Program helping students in low-income situations participate in rigorous Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate coursework by reducing financial barriers.	Not published	Varies
High Tech High Founder's Scholarship High Tech High Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Named in honor of Larry Rosenstock, the founder of the High Tech High charter school network, The HTH Founders Scholarship is designed to encourage academic achievement and higher education.	Not published	Varies
SASS Stars Scholarship Upward Scholars · Foundation Not published · $5K SASS Stars is a donor-inspired scholarship program designed to provide significant financial support to outstanding SASS students to help them accelerate their progress at community college.	Not published	$5K
Suncoast Scholars: College Scholarships - Charlotte County Grant Suncoast Credit Union Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Suncoast Scholars program, managed by the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation, offers three $2,000 scholarships to deserving high school seniors in Charlotte County.	Not published	$2K
William “Peasy” Johnson Scholarship Grant The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K In just one application, our Common Scholarship Application provides students access to more than 150 scholarship opportunities with awards ranging from $1,000 to more than $5,000.	Not published	$1K – $5K
The Education Foundation of Sarasota County Scholarship Grant Education Foundation of Sarasota County · Foundation Not published · $1K The Education Foundation of Sarasota County Scholarship offers a one-time, nonrenewable award of $1,000 to 2025 or recent graduates from Sarasota County public schools.	Not published	$1K
Ken and Jeanne Howell Scholarship Alexandria Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K Encourage and support students pursuing careers in health care	Not published	$1K
Maisin Scholarship Grant 10000 Degrees · Foundation Not published · Up to $12K The Maisin Scholarship aims to promote educational equity by supporting low-income students in the San Francisco Unified School District.	Not published	Up to $12K
Deitemeyer, Harold R., Scholarship Grant Beatrice Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Deitemeyer, Harold R. Scholarship, provided by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, offers a $2,000 award to a graduating senior from Beatrice High School.	Not published	$2K
Ordóñez Family Scholarship Grant Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Ordóñez Family Scholarship aims to support graduates from Detroit Public Schools or accredited private high schools in southwest Detroit. This renewable scholarship offers $1,250 annually for up to four years, totaling $5,000.	Not published	Up to $5K
Dickes Family Scholarship Permanent Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is a collection of individual funds and resources given by local citizens to enhance and support the quality of life in the Fox River Valley of…	Not published	Varies
MN AWWA Community College Scholarship Grant American Water Works Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The MN AWWA Community College Scholarship offers up to two $2,000 awards annually to students enrolled in technical or community college programs that support the water industry.	Not published	Up to $2K
Eberly Foundation Grant The Eberly Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Eberly Foundation Grant focuses on supporting local students in their educational pursuits beyond high school.	Not published	Varies
Altman Foundation Grants - Education Altman Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Altman Foundation (a ~100-year-old New York City private foundation) invests in organizations expanding high-quality learning.	Not published	Varies

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About college prep grants

College prep grants fund programs that help students prepare for, enroll in, and succeed in postsecondary education, with a focus on low-income, first-generation, and underrepresented students. The largest federal sources are the U.S. Department of Education's Federal TRIO programs (including Upward Bound and Talent Search) and GEAR UP. Private foundations and college-access nonprofits also fund advising, test prep, and transition support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do career & college preparation grants award?

Of the 853 career & college preparation grants Grantable lists as of October 11, 2026, 412 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $5,000, and the middle half fall between $2,000 and $17K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most career & college preparation grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Inc (16), The San Diego Foundation (13), Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley (12), Hartford Foundation for Public Giving (10), and Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts (9). In all, 498 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are career & college preparation grants due?

Of 853 grants listed, 5 accept applications on a rolling basis, 82 have a published upcoming deadline, 340 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 426 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 77% fall in January–March.

What college prep grants are available?

College prep grants support college awareness, advising, tutoring, test preparation, financial-aid help, and summer bridge programs. The federal TRIO programs (such as Upward Bound, Talent Search, and Student Support Services) and GEAR UP are the cornerstone funding sources, both administered by the U.S. Department of Education. Many private foundations and regional college-access organizations also fund programs that increase enrollment and completion for underserved students.

Which organizations fund college prep programs?

College prep is funded primarily by the U.S. Department of Education through competitive TRIO and GEAR UP grants awarded to colleges, states, and nonprofit organizations. GEAR UP grants are typically six-year matching awards that frequently go to states, while TRIO grants go to institutions and community organizations. Private funders, including foundations focused on educational opportunity and college access, supplement federal funding for advising and scholarship-readiness programs.

Who is eligible for college prep grants?

Eligibility varies by program, but federal college-prep funding generally targets students from low-income families and students who would be first in their family to earn a bachelor's degree. Grantees are usually colleges, universities, state agencies, school districts, and nonprofit organizations rather than individual students.

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