Educational Access & Equity Grants

Last updated October 12, 2026

Grantable tracks 351 active educational access & equity grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 7 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 179 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 351; from 251 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $7,500–$100K
Total listed funding: $38.7M; across 179 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 7; 23 with a published date

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John T. Montford Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of West Texas · Foundation Not published · Varies The John T. Montford Scholarship, established by the Community Foundation of West Texas, honors the legacy of former State Senator John Montford.	Not published	Varies
Nelson Foundation: Change Champions Grant Program Grace S and W Linton Nelson · Foundation Not published · $10K – $40K The Nelson Foundation's Change Champions Grant Program, initiated in 2024, aims to support organizations focused on advocacy and systems change to combat racial inequity and social injustice.	Not published	$10K – $40K
Ticket to Ride Scholarship Fund Mississippi Park Connection · Foundation Not published · Varies A scholarship fund that provides financial assistance to enable young people in the Twin Cities to participate in Mississippi National River and Recreation Area educational programs.	Not published	Varies
LBCF Community Impact Grant Long Beach Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The LBCF Community Impact Grant aims to support organizations addressing post-pandemic learning loss and mental health needs of youth in Long Beach.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Early Care & Education Funders Collaborative Washington Area Women's Foundation · Foundation Not published · $280K The Collaborative prioritizes critical and urgent challenges within the early care and education system. It seeks to encourage systems change work that might not otherwise occur without the seed funding of private philanthropy.	Not published	$280K
GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) Simpson University Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Federal grant program designed to increase the number of low-income middle and high school students who are prepared to enter and succeed in postsecondary education.	Not published	Varies
CAP & GOWN Project Fund Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville · Foundation Not published · $35K	Not published	$35K
Literacy and Early Childhood Education Grants Blue Grass Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Blue Grass Community Foundation offers Literacy and Early Childhood Education Grants to enhance access to pre-K education and literacy programs in Central Kentucky.	Not published	Varies
BASIC Fund Scholarship Program The Basic Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K	Not published	Up to $3K
PLTW Launch - Program Expansion (John Deere) Grant Project Lead The Way Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The PLTW Launch - Program Expansion grant, funded by the John Deere Foundation, aims to enhance access to STEM education for underserved communities.	Not published	$5K
First-Generation Scholarship North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Ho'oulu Hawaiian Language Scholarship Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ho'oulu Hawaiian Language Scholarship Fund aims to support students dedicated to preserving and advancing the Hawaiian language.	Not published	Varies
Request for Proposals: Achieving and Retaining Accreditation Grant Samuel N & Mary Castle Fdn · Foundation Not published · $15K – $25K The Samuel N. and Mary Castle Foundation offers grants to independent preschools aiming for accreditation.	Not published	$15K – $25K
Educational Equity Mini-Grants (Vermont Community Foundation) Vermont Principals Association Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $50K	Not published	$3K – $50K
US Dept of Education: TRIO Student Support Services Salisbury University · State Not published · Varies Provides grant-aid to low-income, first generation students and provides assistance in course advisement, financial literacy, career counseling, financial aid resources, and graduate school assistance.	Not published	Varies
Youth Philanthropy Service Grants Legacy Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · $500 To support Youth Philanthropy and Civic Engagement for 6th-12th grade students in Lake County. The goal of these grants is to leverage the strengths of youth to affect change in their communities.	Rolling	$500
Racial Equity Research Grants The Spencer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $75K The Racial Equity Research Grants by the Spencer Foundation aim to support innovative education research addressing racial inequality.	Not published	Up to $75K
QuestBridge College Prep Scholars Program Neighborhood House Charter School Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The College Prep Scholars Program equips high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds with the knowledge, confidence, and resources to apply to top colleges.	Not published	Varies
Movement Building and Systems Change (MBSC) Grant Lohengrin Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Movement Building and Systems Change (MBSC) Grant Program supports nonprofits and community-based organizations that engage in organizing, power building, advocacy and structural change initiatives to transform power and resource…	Not published	Varies
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
Institutional Challenge Grant William T Grant Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $650K The Institutional Challenge Grant aims to foster collaborative research by requiring institutions to adapt their policies and enhance capacities for meaningful partnerships.	Not published	$650K
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
Post-Graduate Legal Fellowship Program Illinois Bar Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Supports professional development of young attorneys while increasing access to justice for low-income Illinois residents. Partnership between Illinois Bar Foundation and participating law schools.	Not published	Varies

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About educational equity grants

Educational equity grants fund efforts to close opportunity and achievement gaps so that students from low-income, racially diverse, English-learner, and other underserved communities have access to high-quality education. Major private funders include the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and the NEA Foundation, alongside federal programs that direct resources to high-need schools. Grants often support early learning, teacher capacity, and innovative classroom programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do educational access & equity grants award?

Of the 351 educational access & equity grants Grantable lists as of October 12, 2026, 179 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $7,500 and $100K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most educational access & equity grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Project Lead The Way Inc (11), Hawaii Community Foundation (5), San Diego Squared (5), Colorado Department of Education (4), and Diverse Charter Schools Coalition Inc (4). In all, 251 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are educational access & equity grants due?

Of 351 grants listed, 7 accept applications on a rolling basis, 23 have a published upcoming deadline, 98 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 223 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 65% fall in October–December.

What educational equity grants are available?

Educational equity grants support a wide range of work, including early childhood education, teacher professional development, culturally responsive curriculum, and programs designed to close achievement gaps. Federal funding directs resources to high-poverty schools and underserved students, while private foundations fund both direct services and systemic-change initiatives. Awards range from classroom innovation grants for individual educators to large multi-year investments in district-wide reform.

Which organizations fund educational equity programs?

Leading private funders of educational equity include the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, which emphasizes vulnerable children, racial equity, and early learning; the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which invests in outcomes for low-income students; and the NEA Foundation, which funds educator-led efforts to close achievement gaps. Federal programs administered by the U.S. Department of Education also target equity, and many community and regional foundations fund local equity initiatives.

Are there educational equity grants for schools and districts?

Yes. Many equity funders prioritize schools, districts, and the nonprofit and community organizations that partner with them, particularly those serving high-poverty or historically underserved communities. Some foundations, such as the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, use rolling application processes, while others run defined cycles.

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