Girl Rising · Rolling / Open Foundation
Girl Rising Global Education Fund (GRGEF) Overview: A venture philanthropy fund supporting local partner organizations working on girls' education and gender equity. Funding Model: Unrestricted…
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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Rehabilitation International · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Global Disability Development Fund (GDDF) and Africa Fund (AF) Funder: Rehabilitation International Status: Active (last documented call in 2020) Geographic Scope: Global (GDDF); Africa (AF) Focus…
Global Technology Industry Association · Rolling / Open Foundation
Global Technology Industry Association (GTIA): Grant Applications Via Member Referral Status: ACTIVE Funder: Global Technology Industry Association Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary The Global…
Varies
THE GOODNOW FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation
Goodnow Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Goodnow Fund Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Goodnow Fund is a family foundation that provides approximately $1.5 million in grants annually to…
125TH STREET DISTRICT MANAGEMENT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Graduate Scholarships for Elementary School Teachers Overview: Columbia University scholarship program to enhance the quality of elementary school education within the local community by supporting…
US $10,000 - US $40,000
City Of Austin · Rolling / Open Foundation
Grant for Technology Opportunities Program - Core Funding Status: ACTIVE Funder: City Of Austin Amount: US $10,000 - US $40,000 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The Grant for Technology…
GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
GRCF: Fund for Community Good Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Rapids Community Foundation Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary The Grand Rapids Community Foundation's Fund for Community Good…
Up to US $7,500
BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation
Greylock ABC Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The Greylock ABC Fund Grant supports…
US $10,000
Minnesota Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation
Grow Your Own (State Funds) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Education Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: November 18, 2025 Summary The Grow Your Own (State Funds) Grant aims to…
Approximately US $25,000
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Rolling / Open Foundation
Growing Literacy Equity Across Massachusetts (GLEAM), PreK–12 Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Amount: Approximately US $25,000 Last…
INSTITUTE FOR NATIVE PACIFIC EDUCATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Hawai'i Community Foundation - CHANGE Grants Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Award Amount: $30,000 Geographic Scope: Hawaii (focus on rural and neighbor islands) Focus Areas: - Educational…
JOHN MUIR HEALTH · Rolling / Open Foundation
Health Career Connection Internship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John Muir Health Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary The Health Career Connection Internship, offered by John Muir Health, is a…
ARTSCONNECTION INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Overview Funder: Helen Frankenthaler Foundation Award Amount: $150,000 Duration: Two years Announcement Date: October 1, 2020 Programs Supported - Teens Curate Teens (TCT) - allows students to curate…
NOBLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE · May 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation
Helen Fruehling Ford Scholarship Funder: Noble Public Schools Foundation for Academic Excellence Geographic Scope: Noble High School, Noble Public Schools, Oklahoma Purpose: Award students based on…
$300,000 - $9,000,000
U.S. National Science Foundation · October 6, 2026 Federal
Historically Black Colleges and Universities - Undergraduate Program HBCU-UP provides awardsto strengthen STEM undergraduate education and research at Historically Black Colleges and Universities…
Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) - Harvard University · Rolling / Open Foundation
HKS Center for Public Leadership: Equity Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) - Harvard University Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The HKS Center for Public…
HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Ho'oulu Hawaiian Language Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 08, 2025 Summary The Ho'oulu Hawaiian Language Scholarship Fund aims to…
$25,000
HEAD-OF-THE CHARLES REGATTA INC · May 2, 2026 · Annual Foundation
HOCR x Gold Cup Grant Fund Established: 2020 (partnership between Head Of The Charles Regatta and Philadelphia Gold Cup) Mission: Provide financial support to rowing programs across the United States…
BUILDING CHANGES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Homeless Student Stability Program (HSSP) Status: Active, ongoing state-funded program Geographic Scope: Washington State (49 school districts receiving funding) Overview: Launched in 2016, the…
Up to US $5,000
Scholarship America Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
HRG Charitable Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Scholarship America Inc Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The HRG Charitable Foundation Scholarship,…
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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