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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SABIC Innovative Plastics Scholarship Grant Posey County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The SABIC Innovative Plastics Scholarship supports the children of employees at the Mt. Vernon, Indiana facility, providing financial aid for post-secondary education.	Not published	$1K
Foundation Promise Scholarship The Foundation of the City College of San Francisco · Foundation Not published · $10K	Not published	$10K
Suncoast Scholars: College Scholarships - Citrus County Grant Suncoast Credit Union Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Suncoast Credit Union Foundation offers $2,000 scholarships to high school seniors in Citrus County, demonstrating a commitment to education since 1990.	Not published	$2K
CIC/UPS Scholarship Program Oregon Alliance of Independent Colleges & Universities · Foundation Not published · $33K Concordia University, Corban University, George Fox University, Lewis & Clark College, Linfield College, Linfield University, Northwest Christian University, Pacific University, Reed College, University of Portland, Warner Pacific…	Not published	$33K
Pittsburgh Foundation: Education Opportunity Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Established in 1945, The Pittsburgh Foundation is one of the nation’s oldest community foundations and as of 2022 is the 18th largest of more than 750 similar foundations across the United States.	Not published	Up to $10K
The Katherine P. Douglas Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K The Katherine P. Douglas Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, supports high school seniors and adult learners from Steuben, Chemung, and Schuyler counties pursuing degrees in math…	Not published	$3K
Fugazzotto Scholarship Fund for Visual Arts Students Grant Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fugazzotto Scholarship Fund for Visual Arts Students, established by the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation, supports Tri-Cities residents pursuing careers in visual arts.	Not published	Varies
Suzy Romberg Scholarship Fund Greater Fayette Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support Fayette County high school graduates pursuing higher education	Not published	Varies
SINA Student Support Scholarship Southside Institutions Neighborhood Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides financial support to students pursuing higher education in fields related to SINA's mission.	Not published	Varies
PCEF Scholarships for Graduating Seniors Phoenixville Community Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K Four college-bound PASD graduating seniors receive PCEF scholarship awards annually upon graduation from high school.	Not published	$2K
Educational Scholarships, Fellowships & Grants Seminole Coconut Creek Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Seminole Coconut Creek Education Foundation provides scholarships, fellowships, and grants for educational benefits.	Not published	Up to $10K
Elks National Foundation - Most Valuable Student Scholarship Benevolent & Protective Order · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Howard T. Collins Memorial Scholarship Program Eden Investments Inc · Foundation Not published · $96K – $100K	Not published	$96K – $100K
Toyota Making Life Easier (MLE) Scholarship Program Autos Drive America · Foundation Not published · $1M Toyota's Making Life Easier program awards scholarships to high school graduates to help them pursue college education.	Not published	$1M
Trustees Scholarship Fund Urbanpromise Trenton Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K Financial support for young scholars to attend accredited 2 or 4-year colleges or reputable trade schools.	Not published	$500 – $10K
Basic Needs & College Success Grant Program San Diego Charitable Real Estate Foundation · Foundation Not published · $30K – $50K The program seeks to support college-access nonprofit partners who are bridging the gap between students' basic needs and college success.	Not published	$30K – $50K
CFMC Scholarship Fund Community Foundation of Merced County · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Academic & Career Success Grant Travelers Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: If you have not received funding from Travelers in the past but believe your organization qualifies for funding according to our guidelines, please send an inquiry email to the appropriate contact.	Not published	Varies
Vinalhaven College Scholarship Partners In Island Education Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Dorothy E. Hofmann Pembroke Scholarship Fund Grant Hartford Foundation for Public Giving · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Dorothy E. Hofmann Pembroke Scholarship Fund, established by a dedicated teacher, provides scholarships for female residents of Hartford who plan to attend specific colleges.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Sum Primus Program St Mary's College of Maryland Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies "Sum Primus" is Latin for "I am First." A comprehensive support network for first-generation college students, providing mentoring and community building.	Not published	Varies
Mary & Al Tsukamoto Memorial Scholarship Grant Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Mary & Al Tsukamoto Memorial Scholarship aims to foster educational opportunities through grants and scholarships, focusing on community needs.	Not published	$2K
Fletcher-Callegari Scholarship Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star · Foundation Not published · Up to $80K The Fletcher-Callegari Scholarship supports graduating high school seniors as they pursue post-secondary academic goals.	Not published	Up to $80K
Baltimore City Community Grants Program: Operating Grants - Education The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg · Foundation Not published · Varies This program was created to provide support to small nonprofits with an annual operating budget of $500,000 or less that provide direct services to low-income individuals and families in Baltimore City.	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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