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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Rising Scholars The Foundation for Santa Barbara City College · Foundation Not published · Varies The Rising Scholars program supports formerly incarcerated or systems-impacted students at SBCC. The program receives support from the SBCC Foundation each year and empowers students to become active, responsible, and lifelong learners.	Not published	Varies
Moore Family Fund: Request For Proposals – Special Grant Cycle The Portage Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Moore Family Fund, administered by The Portage Foundation, supports educational and recreational programs for youth in Aurora, Ohio.	Not published	Varies
Mercer County Civic Foundation Grant Mercer County Civic Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mercer County Civic Foundation Grant supports local 501(c)(3) non-profits, schools, and governmental entities. Established in 1960, the foundation has focused on creating endowed funds to benefit community projects and programs.	Not published	Varies
Ava’s Grace Scholarship Grant The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Ava’s Grace Scholarship, founded in 2010, provides vital educational support to students with incarcerated parents or caregivers in Missouri and parts of Illinois. Offering scholarships up to $5,000 annually, it renews through graduation.	Not published	Up to $5K
John R. Kiley Memorial Scholarship Grant Quad Cities Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The John R. Kiley Memorial Scholarship, offered by the Quad Cities Community Foundation, provides need-based financial assistance of up to $1,500 for students pursuing a Bachelor's Degree.	Not published	Up to $2K
NYC Kids RISE Save for College Program NYC Kids Rise Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $150 A scholarship and savings program administered by NYC Kids RISE, Inc., a nonprofit, in partnership with the NYC Department of Education and the City of New York.	Not published	Up to $150
Julian Crocker Community Scholarship Fund The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Established in honor of Dr. Julian Crocker, former San Luis Obispo County Superintendent of Schools and leader/advocate for education access and public education.	Not published	Up to $5K
MCAN: Promising Practices Grants Michigan College Access Network · Foundation Not published · Varies Increase college readiness, participation, and completion in Michigan, particularly among low income students, first-generation college-going students, and students of color.	Not published	Varies
African American Achievement Fund Grant Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts seeks to enrich the quality of life of the people of our region by: Developing a perpetual, flexible endowment Assessing and responding to emerging and changing needs Serving as a resource…	Not published	Up to $3K
Denver Test Prep SAT Tutoring Scholarship DSST Public Schools Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies This scholarship is funded by Denver Test Prep, Denver and Boulder's premier tutoring company. The program provides individual SAT tutoring sessions to DSST students who demonstrate financial need.	Not published	Varies
Parke County Community Foundation Scholarships Parke County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
10,000 Degrees - Scholarships For Low Income Students Grant 10000 Degrees · Foundation Not published · Varies 10,000 Degrees offers scholarships to low-income students with a strong commitment to pursuing higher education.	Not published	Varies
Robert C. & Maureen A. Granger Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Robert C. & Maureen A. The next deadline for this grant is Wed, 20 Jan 2027.	Not published	Varies
Foard Award Central Florida Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Annual Scholarship Program Old Timers Athletic Association of Greenwich Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · $4K The centerpiece of the Greenwich Old Timers Youth Sports Alliance's mission is to support youth sports and provide its annual Scholarship Program.	Not published	$4K
Royce B. Walden and Bert E. Roper Fund for Migrant or At-Risk Youth Central Florida Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Alexandria Light & Power "Above and Beyond" Scholarship Alexandria Education Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K Support students transitioning from high school to college	Not published	$3K
Achieve Atlanta Scholarship Achieve Atlanta Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Power: Ed Grant South Carolina Student Loan Corp · Foundation Not published · $25K – $100K Power:Ed offers grants ranging from $25,000 to $100,000 for initiatives benefiting South Carolina residents and students.	Not published	$25K – $100K
Geri Coccodrilli Culinary Scholarship Grant Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Geri Coccodrilli Culinary Scholarship, established by the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation, supports high school seniors pursuing careers in culinary arts.	Not published	Varies
Ndarugiriye Mariam Education Fund (Roanoke Scholarship for Refugees) Commonwealth Catholic Charities · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Ndarugiriye Mariam Education Fund is a competitive scholarship program run by Commonwealth Catholic Charities supporting higher and continuing education for refugees.	Rolling	Varies
Julian and Eunice S. Cohen Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Julian and Eunice S. The next deadline for this grant is Thu, 04 Mar 2027.	Not published	Varies
GO LANE GO Transportation Grant Lane Tech Alumni Association Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The LTAA GO LANE GO Transportation Grant program provides funding for student transportation to programs or activities for Lane Tech students.	Rolling	Varies
Youth on Course Scholarship Program Youth on Course · Foundation Not published · $18K – $350K Youth on Course awards scholarships to deserving high school graduates who are Youth on Course members pursuing higher education.	Not published	$18K – $350K

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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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