10000 DEGREES · Rolling / Open Foundation
10,000 Degrees - Scholarships For Low Income Students Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: 10000 DEGREES Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary 10,000 Degrees offers scholarships to low-income students with…
Educational Access & Equity Grants
Educational Access & Equity Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
365 grants
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US $1,000,000
THE CLEVELAND AVENUE FOUNDATION FOR · Rolling / Open Foundation
1954 Project - Luminary Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cleveland Avenue Foundation for Education Group Amount: US $1,000,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The 1954 Project - Luminary…
US $60,000 - US $232,176
Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation
2025-2026 ESC Title III, Part A Basic Supports Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $60,000 - US $232,176 Last Updated: August 13, 2025 Summary The 2025-2026 ESC Title III,…
Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation
2025-2026 Migrant Capacity Building and Curriculum Initiative Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The 2025-2026 Migrant Capacity Building and…
Up to 4 years of paid tuition
Independent Colleges of Indiana Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
21st Century Scholars Program Funder: State of Indiana (created 1990) Administrator: Indiana Commission for Higher Education Program Status: Active and well-established (celebrating 30th anniversary…
$100,000 per year for three years (total of $300,000)
SAN FRANCISCO FORTY NINERS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
49ers Foundation Oakland Request for Proposals Status: Application portal opened January 16, 2023 and closed February 17, 2023 (past deadline) Funding Amount: $100,000 per year for three years (total…
US $2,000 - US $15,000
4Culture · Rolling / Open Foundation
4Culture: Heritage Projects' Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: 4Culture Amount: US $2,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The 4Culture Heritage Projects Grant Program supports…
Up to US $3,000
THE LONGMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
AAUW Community Action Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Longmont Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary The AAUW Community Action Grant, administered by the…
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
AAUW: Community Action Grants - General Operating Support Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association of University Women (AAUW) Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The AAUW…
BLUE GRASS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview Accelerating Innovative + Equitable Workforce Pathways Grant Blue Grass Community Foundation, with support from the Walton Family Foundation, is offering a second round of a two-round…
Up to US $150,000
Illinois Community College Board · Rolling / Open Foundation
Access and Equity in Dual Credit Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Community College Board Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The Access and Equity in Dual…
Varies
Children's Theatre Company and School · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation
ACT Pass Scholarship Program Organization: Children's Theatre Company (CTC), Minneapolis, MN Purpose: Provide scholarships for Theatre Arts Training classes and summer camps to remove financial…
Full-need, full-tuition scholarships
URBAN VENTURES LEADERSHIP FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Act Six College Scholarship Program Overview: A full-need, full-tuition college scholarship program for high school students in Urban Ventures' service area in South Minneapolis. Award Amount:…
Partial scholarship (amount varies)
YOUTH WINTER SPORTS ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
ACTiV8 Partial Scholarship Program Focus: Middle and high school students (grades 1-9) participating in ACTiV8 recreational and athletic programs including skateboarding, mountain biking, golf,…
PATTERSON FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _Note: Registration is required before applying. This is represented by the pre-proposal deadline above. Organizations will register in the Grants Portal by 12:00 PM (Noon) CST on April 15,…
Up to US $500,000
New York State Education Department · Rolling / Open Foundation
Advanced Course Access (ACA) Program (NY) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New York State Education Department Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: June 03, 2025 Summary The Advanced Course Access…
LEANDER EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Advanced Placement (AP) Test Fee Support & Dual-Credit Textbook Funding Funder: Leander Educational Excellence Foundation (LEEF) Geographic Scope: Leander ISD, Texas Status: Active, ongoing program…
Up to US $75,000
Minnesota Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation
Advanced Placement (AP), and International Baccalaureate (IB) Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Education Amount: Up to US $75,000…
Up to US $500,000
THE WILLIAM PENN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Advocacy for Child-Serving Systems RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: William Penn Foundation Amount: Up to US $500,000 Last Updated: December 14, 2025 Summary The Advocacy for Child-Serving Systems…
Varies
THE SHELTERING ARMS FOUNDATION · January 30, 2027 · Annual Foundation
Advocacy Grant Program Geographic Scope: Minnesota (statewide focus) Focus Areas: Advocacy efforts that increase access to high-quality, culturally appropriate early childhood care and education and…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of educational access & equity grants are available?
- Educational Access & Equity Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
- Who is eligible for educational access & equity grants?
- Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
- How do I apply for educational access & equity grants?
- Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.
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