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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Jean Estes Epstein Charitable Foundation Scholarship Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: The Letters of Recommendation deadline is represented by the Letter of Inquiry deadline and the Application deadline is represented by the Full Proposal deadline._ Jean Estes Epstein established the Jean Estes Epstein Foundation…	Not published	Varies
Ragland – Bowers Scholarship – School of Engineering Grant Beckley Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Beckley Area Foundation was established in January 1985 by ten community-minded citizens. It began with a gift of $1.1 million from the Dr. Thomas Walker Memorial Health Foundation as “seed” money for this Raleigh County project.	Not published	Varies
Colonel Richard Iversen Scholarship Island Hospital Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship program referenced on the Island Health Foundation website. Limited details provided in the available content.	Not published	Varies
C.R. Horizon Scholarship Fund Amador Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Ivan A. Backer Scholarship Southside Institutions Neighborhood Alliance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides scholarship support to high school seniors to pursue higher education.	Not published	Varies
Oristano Scholar Fund II Grant Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, Inc., strengthens our communities by leading philanthropy and solutions through our direct work in partnership with…	Not published	Varies
The Edward Jones Scholarship Grant The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis · Foundation Not published · Up to $12K The Edward Jones Scholarship, offered by The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis, provides $12,000 annually to low-income students engaged with youth development agencies.	Not published	Up to $12K
Baltimore City Community Grants Program: Capital 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
Museum of Contemporary Art Denver Failure Award Scholarship (UA1) The Denver Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Museum of Contemporary Art Denver is awarding a $20,000 college scholarship to a graduating high school senior who demonstrates innovation, creativity, fearlessness, and a willingness to risk failure in the pursuit of something new.	Not published	Varies
Bopp-Busch Manufacturing Scholarship Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K In 1943, during the darkness of World War II, a group of passionate citizens, led by Columbus businessman Harrison M. Sayre, envisioned a way to improve the well-being of the community and the quality of life in central Ohio.	Not published	$3K
Advanced Placement Testing Scholarship Prosper Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Prosper Education Foundation offers scholarships to Prosper ISD students who are enrolled in and taking Advanced Placement (AP) courses. This scholarship supports students pursuing advanced coursework in high school.	Not published	Varies
Truckee Donner Land Trust College Scholarship (administered with Truckee Tahoe Community Foundation) Truckee Donner Land Trust · Foundation Not published · $1K To support local students pursuing higher education with demonstrated care for the outdoors and commitment to environmental stewardship.	Not published	$1K
Federal Pell Grant Gogebic Community College Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The PELL Grant is a federally funded program for undergraduate students from low-income families. The amount of the award varies based on the expected family contribution Student Aid Index (SAI) as calculated by the FAFSA.	Not published	Varies
AVID Support (Advancement Via Individual Determination) Children's Well-Being League F/K/a Children's Welfare League · Foundation Not published · Varies CWL provides "last dollar" assistance funding to the AVID program at the University of North Carolina at Asheville, beginning in 2018.	Not published	Varies
Dell Aspire Scholars Michael & Susan Dell Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dell Aspire Scholars program provides support for Indian students transitioning from classroom learning to real-world professional opportunities.	Not published	Varies
Dell Young Leaders Michael & Susan Dell Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 2010, the Dell Young Leaders program has empowered over 2,000 South African students with comprehensive scholarships and life-changing support to succeed in university and secure meaningful careers.	Not published	Varies
Chris & Gene Smith "Get and Education" Memorial Grant South Dakota Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Chris & Gene Smith "Get and Education" Memorial To provide financial support to graduates who reside in Hand County. Chris and Gene were born and raised in Hand County.	Not published	Varies
Ella Smith Downing Charitable Scholarship Grant Cumberland Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Cumberland Community Foundation ("CCF") manages more than 60 scholarship endowment funds created by local individuals, families, civic organizations, and corporations who want to provide a path to higher education for future generations.	Not published	Varies
CalEdAssist Grant to Bay Area Girls Club California Education Assistance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports the Bay Area Girls Club's College Bound Program, which provides college preparation and support services for girls.	Not published	Varies
The Patricia Blue Williams Scholarship Grant The R.O.S.E. Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Patricia Blue Williams Scholarship, offered by the R.O.S.E. Foundation, supports African American public high school seniors from Bucks, Montgomery, or Philadelphia Counties, Pennsylvania, who are planning to enroll in college in Fall…	Not published	Varies
Early College High School (ECHS) Grant Texas Education Agency · Foundation Not published · Varies The Early College High School (ECHS) initiative by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) offers an innovative program that allows students to earn up to two years of college credit at no cost.	Not published	Varies
Jerald W. Peterson Memorial Scholarship Grant South Dakota Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Jerald W. The next deadline for this grant is Thu, 01 Apr 2027. To provide financial support to graduates of Groton, Webster, and Langford high schools.	Not published	Varies
Loblolly Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, Inc., strengthens our communities by leading philanthropy and solutions through our direct work in partnership with…	Not published	Varies
Gadsden State Cherokee Community College Scholarship (2+2 Program) 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 Gadsden State Cherokee Community College who intend to transfer to Auburn University and major in Poultry Science.	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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