Ian Doane Smith Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 08, 2025 Summary The Ian Doane Smith Memorial Scholarship Fund honors the…
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.
Illumina SD2 STEM Scholarship Funder: San Diego Squared (SD2) in partnership with Illumina Corporate Foundation Award Amount: $2,500 per scholarship Number of Awards: 4 available for the 2021…
Inland Empire Youth Grantmakers Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) Serving Riverside & San Bernardino Counties Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 13,…
Innovation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Carolina Department of Education Last Updated: June 04, 2025 Summary The Innovation Grant Program, offered by the South Carolina Department of Education,…
Inspired to Serve Scholarship Fund in Memory of Seigo and Hisaye Kagawa Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Inspired to Serve…
Institutional Challenge Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: William T Grant Foundation Inc Amount: US $650,000 Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The Institutional Challenge Grant aims to foster…
International Baccalaureate (IB) Program Scholarship Overview: A scholarship fund established to ensure that IB program assessments are accessible to all interested students regardless of financial…
IOLTA Grants Program Overview: The Massachusetts Bar Foundation's IOLTA (Interest on Lawyers' Trust Accounts) Grants Program is the cornerstone of the MBF's mission of promoting equitable access to…
Overview Iris Krieg Fund for Fairness, Access, Inclusion, and Resiliency Initiative The Iris Krieg Fund for Fairness, Access, Inclusion, and Resiliency (Iris Krieg F.A.I.R. Fund) is a special fund of…
Isemoto Contracting Co., Ltd. Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Isemoto Contracting Co., Ltd. Scholarship Fund…
J. Scott Van Der Meid Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fund For Education Abroad Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The J. Scott Van Der Meid…
James & Abigail Campbell Family Foundation - Ka Lama Educators for Change Funder: James & Abigail Campbell Family Foundation Award Amount: $50,000 Geographic Scope: Wai'anae Coast, O'ahu, Hawaii…
JDF: FIRST LEGO League Discover Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John Deere Foundation Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: December 17, 2025 Summary The John Deere FIRST LEGO…
Jewish Inspiration Fund (JIF) Organization: Hillel for Utah Description: A micro grant fund designed to help Hillel for Utah students grow Jewishly. Eligibility - Individual students - Available once…
John & Anne Clifton Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The John & Anne Clifton Scholarship Fund, established in 2002,…
John T. Montford Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of West Texas Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The John T. Montford Scholarship, established by the Community…
Johnny Ritchey Scholarship Program Overview: The Johnny Ritchey Scholarship Program supports first-generation, underserved high school seniors in San Diego County with resources to help them reach…
Joyce Foundation: Education & Economic Mobility Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Joyce Foundation Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The Joyce Foundation's Education & Economic Mobility Grants…
June and Harry Ettinger Memorial Scholarship Funder: Friends of Los Alamos County Libraries (FLACL) in partnership with Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation Geographic Scope: Los Alamos County, New…
K-12 Grant — Help Improve Public Schools Funder: California Education Assistance Inc Status: Not currently available. Check back later. Geographic Scope: California Focus Areas: - STEM education -…
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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