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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Rotary Club of Elk Grove Scholarship Grant Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K The Rotary Club of Elk Grove Scholarship is offered by the Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation to support students from the Elk Grove Unified School District pursuing higher education.	Not published	$3K
Valley Scholarship and Innovation in Education Award Scholarship Grant Innovia Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $4K As the community foundation for Eastern Washington and North Idaho, we partner with people who want to improve their communities and make the world better.	Not published	$500 – $4K
Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Gogebic Community College Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $500 The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) is a program for undergraduate students from low-income families.	Not published	$250 – $500
EOS Matching Grant Opportunities for School Districts Equal Opportunity Schools · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Cashmere Schools Foundation Renewal Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of NCW · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cashmere Schools Foundation Renewal Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation of North Central Washington, supports graduating seniors from Chelan or Douglas counties who enroll in the nursing program at Wenatchee Valley College.	Not published	Varies
College Success Scholarship Usta Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies This scholarship is for students already enrolled in college, those who took a gap year, or those returning to school after time away.	Not published	Varies
Rural College Promise Program Economic Mobility Center Economic Mobility Systems · Foundation Not published · $3.1M A collaborative program between Rural Community College Alliance (RCCA), Greater Texas Foundation (GTF), and Economic Mobility Systems (EMS) designed to produce stronger and more equitable college and workforce outcomes for rural Texas…	Not published	$3.1M
Education & Leadership Impact Grants - Less than $15,000 The Cedarcrest Charitable Foundation Aka · Foundation Not published · Varies BLBB Charitable considers requests for operating support, project support, and capacity building (including sustainability and strategic planning, program planning and growth, leadership or professional development, or staff training) in…	Not published	Varies
Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program Grant Listed by Community Foundation of Grant County Indiana Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program aims to enhance educational attainment in Indiana by supporting talented students.	Not published	Varies
DSF Scholarship Grant Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) provides need-based scholarships to graduates of Denver Public Schools, empowering them to pursue higher education at various college partners across Colorado.	Not published	Varies
Giving Branch Scholarship Grant The Giving Branch Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Giving Branch Scholarship, funded by Flat Branch Mortgage, Inc. employees, aims to support working adults in pursuing higher education within the communities served by Flat Branch.	Not published	$500 – $5K
High School Counseling and Achievement Award The Denver Rotary Club Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Makes a direct impact in the lives of students trying to blaze a path to college	Not published	Varies
Harry W. Clarke Memorial Scholarship Programs – William A. Hart Award Grant The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Harry W. Clarke Memorial Scholarship Programs, established by friends to honor Harry Clarke's commitment to education, offers renewable scholarships for graduating seniors from public high schools in 29 westernmost counties of North…	Not published	$1K
Jack Family 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
Harold J. Miossi Charitable Trust Grant Program Harold J Miossi Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Harold J. Miossi Charitable Trust Grant Program aims to enhance the quality of life for residents of San Luis Obispo, California, focusing on key areas such as animal welfare, education, environmental protection, support for the…	Not published	Varies
Funding for College Test Preparation Courses Seminole Coconut Creek Education Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Seminole Coconut Creek Education Foundation provides funding to cover the costs of college admissions test preparation courses for high school students, helping them maximize performance on college exams and improve competitiveness in…	Not published	Varies
Heffington Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The Heffington Scholarship is a memorial fund honoring Nina Weintraub Heffington, established by her family and friends to support students from Cashiers and Highlands.	Not published	Up to $4K
Cheryl Wojtas Memorial Scholarship Program Grant Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cheryl Wojtas Memorial Scholarship Program honors Cheryl Wojtas's commitment to education by offering scholarships to deserving graduates from Port Huron Area Schools and Gaylord Community Schools.	Not published	Varies
The Church of Christ (Christian Disciples) Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Stark Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 Stark Community Foundation is one of the area’s major sources of college scholarship support— thanks to the generosity of caring individuals, families and businesses that have created scholarship funds.	Not published	$500
WSF Scholars Grant The Winston-Salem Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The WSF Scholars program, established by the Winston-Salem Foundation, supports students in Forsyth County, NC, by providing scholarships based on financial need and academic readiness.	Not published	Varies
Charles Hayden Foundation Grant Charles Hayden Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charles Hayden Foundation Grant supports institutions serving youth and young adults in Boston and metropolitan New York, prioritizing high school to post-secondary success.	Not published	Varies
Freeman Bullock Scholarship Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Freeman Bullock Scholarship was established in honor of Freeman Bullock (1926-2009), Director and former President of Big Brothers Big Sisters Houston.	Not published	Up to $2K
Terry Darby Memorial 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
OneFuture Coachella Valley Scholarships Onefuture Coachella Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies OneFuture Coachella Valley awards scholarships in partnership with local nonprofit organizations and provides students with financial aid counseling to help them navigate the college going process.	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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