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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Hill Country Community Foundation Scholarship Hill Country Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $6K	Not published	Up to $6K
KMEF Scholarship Fund Grant Kettle Moraine Education Foundation (KMEF) · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The KMEF Scholarship Fund, established in 1973 by the Kettle Moraine Education Foundation, aims to support graduates pursuing higher education. Funded by community contributions, it offers multiple scholarships based on varying criteria.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Detroit Sportsmen’s Congress Scholarship Grant Four County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K The Detroit Sportsmen’s Congress Scholarship, offered by the Four County Community Foundation, supports high school seniors and recent graduates who are junior members or children/grandchildren of DSC voting members.	Not published	$1K – $2K
Senior Scholarships (Celina ISD Class of 2026) Celina Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · From $3K Break down barriers to higher education by providing crucial financial assistance for tuition and fees	Not published	From $3K
CCCF Scholarships Grant Central Carolina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The CCCF Scholarships, offered by the Central Carolina Community Foundation, provide financial assistance to high school seniors and current college students across the nation.	Not published	Up to $5K
Jenny Scholarship Fund 10000 Degrees · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: It is the responsibility of the student to notify the school’s financial aid office when they have been awarded a 10,000 Degrees scholarship._ 10,000 Degrees is the leading, equity-focused scholarship provider and college success…	Not published	Varies
Neydon Scholarship for the Children of Widows Grant The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area seeks to ensure that our community thrives today, tomorrow, and forever by building our Community’s Endowment to support high impact…	Not published	Varies
Legacy Scholarship San Antonio Area Foundation Group Return · Foundation Not published · $40K One of the largest college scholarship programs in the country, providing substantial financial support to high school juniors for their college studies.	Not published	$40K
Christopher Sabb Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant York County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K York County Community Foundation was founded in 1961 by generous visionaries who saw an opportunity to perpetually support their community by pooling charitable giving, investing it to grow over time and make grants to charity from the…	Not published	$2K
WNC Regional Scholarships Grant The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The WNC Regional Scholarships, established by The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina, provide vital financial assistance to graduating seniors from public high schools and registered home schools across 18 counties in Western…	Not published	$1K – $5K
Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Fund The Mt Baker Community Club · Foundation Not published · Varies The Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Fund was started in 1985 by a small group of neighbors in Seattle's Mount Baker community to help deserving students achieve the dream of a higher education and to honor the work and dreams of Dr.…	Not published	Varies
Student Scholarships Barbara and Steve Wilson · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Barbara and Steve Wilson Educational Foundation provides scholarships to support post-secondary students, particularly those who may face barriers to traditional financial aid due to citizenship status or other criteria.	Not published	Up to $20K
College Scholarships for Garces Seniors Bakersfield Catholic Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bakersfield Catholic Education Foundation manages college scholarships exclusively for Garces Memorial High School seniors attending college.	Not published	Varies
Edna S. Hargrett Fund Central Florida Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Distributions from the fund provide scholarships for Jones High School students to attend college and makes an annual contribution to the Choral Music Program at Jones High School.	Not published	Varies
Camp College Scholarship Chattanoogahamilton County Public Education Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies An inaugural scholarship program supporting college preparation and success for high school graduates.	Not published	Varies
TRIO Student Support Services (TRIO-SSS) Mid Michigan College Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies TRIO-SSS is a comprehensive student support program providing academic support, career guidance, and financial assistance to eligible students seeking associate degrees or certificates. Eligibility Requirements (must meet ONE or MORE):	Not published	Varies
EPAAF General Scholarship East Palo Alto Academy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Covers gaps between student expenses and existing financial aid.	Not published	Varies
Roberta and Stephen R. Weiner Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Roberta and Stephen R. The next deadline for this grant is Thu, 04 Mar 2027.	Not published	Varies
Scholarship Programs Central Alabama Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K	Not published	$500 – $5K
Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship (LECS) Listed by Dearborn Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $900 Help raise the level of educational attainment in Indiana and leverage Indiana's community foundations to enhance quality of life.	Not published	Up to $900
Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville: Education Fund Grant Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville offers the Education Fund Grant to enhance early childhood development and student success.	Not published	$3K – $5K
McClure Foundation Mini-Grants J Warren and Lois McClure Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $3K The McClure Foundation Mini-Grants aim to enhance career exploration and postsecondary planning for young Vermonters.	Not published	$250 – $3K
Bonnie & Printis Shelton Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $7K In 2025, the Community Foundation of Madison & Jefferson County awarded over $233,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors of the county’s public and private high schools.	Not published	Up to $7K
Salado ISD Senior Scholarship Application Salado ISD Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Salado Education Foundation is committed to the success of each student in Salado ISD by encouraging and enabling students to attend post-secondary education.	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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