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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Loraine Heriaud Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is a collection of individual funds and resources given by local citizens to enhance and support the quality of life in the Fox River Valley of…	Not published	Varies
Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation does not accept unsolicited funding requests.	Not published	Varies
Albert B. Glassenberg Fund The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in 2017 by the children of Albert B. Glassenberg (Charlie Glassenberg and Jacquie Hemmerdinger) to memorialize their father's generous spirit and commitment to supporting young people with fewer opportunities.	Not published	Varies
Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program (LECSP) Grant Listed by Community Foundation of Randolph County Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $900 The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program aims to elevate educational attainment in Indiana by providing full-tuition scholarships to eligible high school graduates from each county served by community foundations.	Not published	Up to $900
RMFU College Scholarships Rocky Mountain Farmers Union Educational and Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 Assist Farmers Union members pursuing post-secondary education to help offset rising education costs and declining farm income.	Not published	$500
Scholarships for Students Currently in College Grant Hamilton Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hamilton Community Foundation, the largest community foundation in Butler County, offers scholarships for students currently enrolled in college, including those in graduate programs.	Not published	Varies
Jerry and Martha Taylor Memorial Scholarship Grant Quad Cities Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The Jerry and Martha Taylor Memorial Scholarship, offered by the Quad Cities Community Foundation, supports students from Rock Island County pursuing post-secondary education.	Not published	Up to $1K
Earl Woods Scholarship Program Tiger Woods Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Earl Woods Scholarship Program is a comprehensive scholarship and mentorship initiative that supports college students from low-income and underserved communities.	Not published	Varies
MountainStar Sports Group Amigo Airsho Skybound Scholarship Amigo Air Sho Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K Aviation scholarship for high school graduating seniors pursuing a 2- or 4-year degree in Aviation, Aerospace, or Space. Residency: El Paso County (TX) or Doña Ana County (NM).	Not published	$3K
Thurman Williams, Jr. Scholarship Grant Cumberland Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the Thurman Williams, Jr. The next deadline for this grant is Wed, 10 Feb 2027.	Not published	Varies
Hazel Reed Baumeister Scholarship Grant Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Hazel Reed Baumeister Scholarship, established in 2001 in memory of a dedicated community member, supports high-achieving high school graduates facing financial hardships.	Not published	Up to $5K

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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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