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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Continuing Education Scholarship Rio Grande Electric Coop Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Amount not specified in available documentation REQUIRED OFFICIAL CONTINUING EDUCATION RULES (PDF) available on website	Not published	Varies
Ceres Foundation Grant The Ceres Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ceres Foundation Grant focuses on supporting nonprofit organizations that enhance education and career pathways for historically underserved communities.	Not published	Varies
Walter E. Deuchler Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Walter E. The next deadline for this grant is Wed, 20 Jan 2027.	Not published	Varies
REACH Georgia Scholarship Cartersville Schools Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Pairs rising 8th graders (Scholars) with a mentor and provides financial support.	Not published	Up to $10K
Lula T. and James L. Crosby Scholarship Fund Grant Cumberland Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Lula T. and James L. The next deadline for this grant is Wed, 10 Feb 2027.	Not published	Varies
Exclusive Warner University Scholarship Winter Haven Christian School Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Exclusive scholarship opportunity for WHCS students attending Warner University. Limited details provided on main website.	Not published	Varies
SBCC Promise The Foundation for Santa Barbara City College · Foundation Not published · Varies The SBCC Promise offers any recent local high school graduate the opportunity to attend Santa Barbara City College by covering all required fees, books, and supplies for up to two years.	Not published	Varies
Rotary Club of Westfield Foundation Scholarship Westfield Rotary Club Foundation · Foundation Not published · $94K	Not published	$94K
JWCC Foundation Achievement Scholarship Grant John Wood Community College Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The JWCC Foundation Achievement Scholarship supports students enrolled in at least 12 semester hours of 100-level courses and requires a minimum GPA of 2.75.	Not published	Varies
Malcolm Jenkins Scholars Program (Project R.E.W.A.R.D.S.) The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K TMJF partners with College Track New Orleans to provide comprehensive support to high school students in grades 9-12.	Not published	$2K
African-American Community Foundation - Scott Neal Simpson Scholarship Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The African-American Community Foundation - Scott Neal Simpson Scholarship, established in 1999 by The Dayton Foundation, honors Scott Simpson, a promising athlete and scholar.	Not published	Up to $500
Pearl & Ivy Educational Foundation Scholarship Pearl & Ivy Educational Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 1988, the Pearl and Ivy Educational Foundation has awarded scholarships to graduating DC high school students and continuing college students, with over $1 million in total giving.	Not published	Varies
Pursuit of Excellence Scholarship Pursuit Of Excellence · Foundation Not published · $500 – $7K Help low-income, hard-working students earn a college degree by providing financial support, mentoring, and enrichment opportunities (workshops, internships) for the entire duration of their college studies.	Not published	$500 – $7K
Takeoff: Institutional Innovations for College Men of Color Ecmc Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Takeoff: Institutional Innovations for College Men of Color is a project led by the USC Race and Equity Center to fund and provide technical support to 12 community colleges nationwide that are advancing initiatives to support men of color…	Not published	Varies
Post-Secondary Scholarships Mahtomedi Area Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Support students attending post-secondary institutions through scholarships funded by generous donations from individuals and families	Not published	Varies
Grand Rapids Chamber ATHENA Eileen DeVries Scholarship Grant Grand Rapids Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation is a nonprofit organization that connects people, passion and resources. With our partners, the Community Foundation uses the tools of philanthropy to find solutions to pressing issues.	Not published	Varies
Alexa Lindsey Memorial Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Graduating senior, graduating early college student, or current college student from a public, private, or home school in the primary service area of the Community Foundation You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the…	Not published	Varies
Jewell County Community Foundation: Scott Family Scholarship (Republic County) Grant Greater Salina Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K The Scott Family Scholarship, offered by the Greater Salina Community Foundation, supports graduating high school seniors in Republic County, Kansas, particularly those from USD 109.	Not published	$2K
The Leon and Margaret Williams Scholarship Grant The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies We enable donors and nonprofit partners to tackle the most critical needs facing San Diegans.	Not published	Varies
Destinations Florida Dave Warren Memorial Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Sarasota CO Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Destinations Florida Dave Warren Memorial Scholarship, established by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, aims to support incoming college juniors and seniors pursuing careers in the hospitality industry within Florida.	Not published	Varies
ALL 4-1 Campaign BFB Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $150 – $600 Increase the number of university scholarships available to indigenous Guatemalan girls from disadvantaged communities	Not published	$150 – $600
Albert Ales III and Zachary Morris Scholarship Fund The Community Foundation Trust of Sarasota County · Foundation Not published · Varies To provide one traditional, merit-based scholarship annually to an eligible Southeast High School (Bradenton, FL) IB program graduate attending a four-year college or university.	Not published	Varies
Maude A. Dewey & Vivian Dewey Watson Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Maude A. The next deadline for this grant is Wed, 20 Jan 2027.	Not published	Varies
Carol & Joseph Tafelski Memorial Scholarship Grant Erie Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carol & Joseph Tafelski Memorial Scholarship, awarded by the Erie Community Foundation, supports Erie High School students pursuing degrees in healthcare or medical research.	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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