Career & College Preparation Grants

Last updated October 11, 2026

Grantable tracks 853 active career & college preparation grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Bill and Reba Newton Scholarship Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Bill and Reba Newton Scholarship was established to encourage students to explore the fields of STEM and architecture. The scholarship was created by David to honor his former mentors Bill and Reba Newton.	Not published	Up to $1K
David M. Rubenstein Scholarship Program The Economic Club of Washington DC · Foundation Not published · $20K One of the few large-scale scholarships dedicated exclusively to students graduating from D.C. public and charter schools.	Not published	$20K
Dorothy Reynolds Scholarship Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Dorothy Reynolds Scholarship, established by The Dayton Foundation in 2013, supports seniors graduating from Dayton Public High Schools or members of St. Benedict the Moor Church.	Not published	Up to $1K
Gayle Miller Leaders of Change Scholarships Alliance College-Ready Public Schools · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K Scholarship program for first-generation college-bound students from Alliance College-Ready Public Schools.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Krishnan-Shah Family Scholarship Grant Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Krishnan-Shah Family Scholarship, established by Ajay Shah and Lata Krishnan, aims to support financially needy students with strong academic potential and community involvement.	Not published	Up to $40K
Reverend Pinckney College Readiness Program Grant Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Reverend Pinckney College Readiness Program assists high school students in Beaufort, Charleston, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper counties with college preparation.	Not published	Varies
Alabama Poultry Foundation Allied Industry Scholarship - Wallace State Community College Dothan 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 Community College Dothan who intend to transfer to Auburn University.	Not published	Varies
Upward Bound - Siskiyou Simpson University Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The TRiO Upward Bound program supports current high school students and their families to help prepare them for success in college.	Not published	Varies
Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Listed by Marshall County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $900 A prestigious four-year, full-tuition scholarship for high school seniors in Marshall County.	Not published	$900
Bradley “Ace” Schaffner Scholarship Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Bradley “Ace” Schaffner Scholarship Fund, established by the Pittsburgh Foundation, supports students from Southwestern Pennsylvania pursuing a 4-year liberal arts degree.	Not published	$2K
Dr. Michael J. Kelly Pathways Scholarship CCRES · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K The Dr. Michael J. Kelly Pathways Scholarship Program awards grants to qualifying students to enable them to attend post-secondary educational institutions.	Not published	$2K – $5K
MCAN: Reconnect Now Grants: Pathway 1: Institutional Outreach and Support for Reconnect Eligible Students Michigan College Access Network · Foundation Not published · Varies Increase college readiness, participation, and completion in Michigan, particularly among low income students, first-generation college-going students, and students of color.	Not published	Varies
Pat Brown Scholarship SCO Family of Services · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pat Brown Scholarship is an annual scholarship awarded to a young person in an SCO program who has overcome obstacles to achieve academic success.	Not published	Varies
Jefferson Foundation Bravo Grants The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis · Foundation Not published · Up to $8K The Jefferson Foundation Bravo Grant Program offers scholarships up to $8,000 per academic year for Jefferson County, Missouri residents who have overcome significant barriers to education.	Not published	Up to $8K
Burt High Scholarship Fund (Joseph B. Roberts, Sr. Endowed Scholarship) Clarksville Montgomery County · Foundation Not published · $250 – $2K Established in 2010 by the Burt High School Alumni Association to promote the attainment of higher education for descendants of Burt High School graduates. Funds are raised annually through the Burt High School Reunion Association.	Not published	$250 – $2K
Twomey Family Scholarship Grant The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Twomey Family Scholarship, managed by The San Diego Foundation, supports current or former foster youth pursuing higher education.	Not published	Varies
Dollars for Scholars Scholarship Grant Allegany County Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Allegany County Area Foundation (ACAF) Dollars for Scholars® Scholarship supports local students in achieving academic success through scholarships.	Not published	Varies
White Oak Foundation College Scholarship Grant White Oak Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The White Oak Foundation College Scholarship Grant is now accepting applications for the 2024 academic year. This scholarship offers a minimum award of $1,000.	Not published	$1K
Scottish Rite Foundation of Georgia Undergraduate Scholarship Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite Va · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K Provide financial aid to gifted Georgia students pursuing higher education	Not published	Up to $1K
JKC Foundation: College Scholarship Program Jack Kent Cooke Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation is dedicated to advancing the education of exceptionally promising students who have financial need.	Not published	Varies
College Scholarship Program Smile Train Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Smile Train's College Scholarship Program helps cleft-affected American high school seniors receive a quality education.	Not published	Varies
Golden Futures Scholarship The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Identify, support, and hone the talents of Lee County high school students who wish to become teachers. Program aims to keep interested students in the community and recruit teachers from within the School District of Lee County.	Not published	Varies
Jerusalem Study Fund Jewish Federation of Delaware Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jerusalem Study Fund is a permanent restricted endowment of the Jewish Fund for the Future.	Not published	Varies
Frazier Family Foundation Scholarship Grant Frazier Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Lynn Frazier, together with his two sons, Garrett and Derrick, created The Frazier Family Foundation in 2018 with the mission to provide resources, education, and opportunities to foster on-ramps of excellence for future generations of…	Not published	Up to $10K

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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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