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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Hill Machinery 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
Auer, Arthur and Hazel Scholarship Fund Grant Noble County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Arthur and Hazel Auer Scholarship Fund, established by Hazel Auer's will, provides financial support to two East Noble seniors each year as they prepare for 4-year bachelor's programs at accredited colleges.	Not published	Up to $2K
College Success Center Program Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley · Foundation Not published · Varies A program devised to provide resources to the East Side San Jose community to support students in going to and through college. The program offers comprehensive college planning, advising, and educational support services.	Not published	Varies
The Will Paul Bateman Scholarship Grant Will Paul Bateman Trust Un · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Will Paul Bateman Scholarship, established in 1957, provides financial assistance to deserving students in Florida who lack the means for higher education.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Jack Feldt Ambucs Memorial Scholarship Grant Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jack Feldt Ambucs Memorial Scholarship, established in 1997, supports students in the Tri-Cities area pursuing a degree in Physical Therapy.	Not published	Varies
Farmington UNICO Scholarship Fund Grant Hartford Foundation for Public Giving · Foundation Not published · $2K – $3K The Farmington UNICO Scholarship Fund, established by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, supports local students from Farmington and nearby areas pursuing higher education.	Not published	$2K – $3K
Friends of Loutit Library Fund Scholarship Grant Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Friends of Loutit Library Fund Scholarship, established by the Friends of Loutit Library in 2005, aims to assist students pursuing an advanced degree in Library Science.	Not published	Varies
Success Bound Leadership Scholarships Partner-Perth Amboy Redevelopment Team for Neighborhood Enterprise & Revita · Foundation Not published · Varies Removes financial barriers to participation in a college-based summer leadership academy designed for high school students in the Gateway Neighborhood.	Not published	Varies
Early College Planning Grant Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Early College Planning Grant aims to provide essential planning resources for applicants seeking Massachusetts Early College Designation.	Not published	Up to $50K
Thalassemia Patient Incentive Award Grant Cooley's Anemia Foundation · Foundation Not published · $250 – $2K The Thalassemia Patient Incentive Award, sponsored by the Cooley’s Anemia Foundation, aims to support thalassemia patients in pursuing their educational and career aspirations.	Not published	$250 – $2K
BAYCC Educational Summer Scholarship Program Bay Area Cultural Connections · Foundation Not published · Varies BAYCC offers an Educational Summer Scholarship Program providing financial support to committed full-time students in Northern California.	Not published	Varies
Assisting Lives in Las Vegas Scholarship Program Assisting Lives in Las Vegas · Foundation Not published · Varies ALLV has partnered with the College of Southern Nevada Foundation to offer scholarships exclusively to Clark County residents striving to improve their lives through higher education.	Not published	Varies
Students Promoting Students Scholarship Grant The San Diego Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K The Students Promoting Students Scholarship, offered by The San Diego Foundation, aims to empower San Diego County students who show academic excellence, community engagement, and financial need.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Jack & Naomi Hastert 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
JEWEL (Joint Endeavor for Women in Education and Leadership) Scholarship Womens Resource Center of Northern Michigan Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K	Not published	$1K
Kenneth Moulton Scholarship Program Windsor Rotary Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K Specifically designed for students in alternative education programs within Windsor Unified School District	Not published	$2K
RISE Scholarship Program for High School High Tech Students The Florida Endowment Foundation for Vocational Rehabilitation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Able Trust partnered with the Florida Prepaid College Foundation in a one-to-one match to fund 46 Florida Prepaid College Plans for high school students with disabilities participating in High School High Tech (HSHT).	Not published	Varies
CREW Network Foundation Scholarship Crew Charlotte Inc · Foundation Not published · From $5K	Not published	From $5K
WISE Victoria Collins Legacy Fund Scholarship Women Investing in Security and Education · Foundation Not published · $2K Scholarships awarded to high school seniors from Girls Inc. of Orange County who are college-bound. The fund honors WISE founder Victoria Collins.	Not published	$2K
John C. Deetz Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The John C. Deetz Scholarship, offered by The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, supports high school seniors from specific schools pursuing higher education in agriculture.	Not published	Varies
Revere Public Schools Dual Enrollment Program Suffolk University · Foundation Not published · Varies Partnership between Suffolk University and Revere Public Schools allowing high school students to take college courses on campus during high school. Students must apply to participate.	Not published	Varies
The Education and Workforce Innovation Program Fund Grant North Carolina Department of Public Instruction · Foundation Not published · Up to $70K The Education and Workforce Innovation Program Fund aims to enhance educational outcomes by fostering partnerships between schools and local businesses or higher education institutions.	Not published	Up to $70K
FSW Partnership Scholarship ($10,000) The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Provide scholarships to deserving high school students from Lee County for attendance at Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW).	Not published	$10K
Christine Balch Memorial Scholarship 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

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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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