Grants for Education

Last updated June 13, 2026

There are currently 15,407 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

Education grants fund schools, teachers, students, and learning programs at every level. The Department of Education distributes billions annually through formula and competitive grants, while foundations like Gates, Walton, and Dell support innovation in K-12 and higher education. State agencies add another layer of funding for local education initiatives.

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What grants for education are open right now?

American Library Association (ALA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

AASL Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Library Association (ALA) Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The AASL Research Grant, awarded by the American Association of School Librarians,…

All-expense-paid summer study trip to Germany
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF TEACHERS OF · April 3, 2027 · Annual Foundation

AATG/PAD National German Exam Scholarship - Deutschland Plus Status: Active, ongoing program in its 62nd year Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: German language study and cultural immersion…

AAUP FOUNDATION · June 30, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

AAUP Foundation Grants Funder: AAUP Foundation (Washington, DC, US) Mission: The AAUP Foundation is the charitable arm of the AAUP enterprise, committed to academic freedom and shared governance,…

Community Foundation for SW Washington · Rolling / Open Foundation

AAUW - Vancouver Branch Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Southwest Washington Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation for…

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 Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association of University Women (AAUW) Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The AAUW Community Action Grants…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

AAUW Honolulu Branch Education Funds Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: January 15, 2026 Summary The AAUW Honolulu Branch Education Funds support female graduate…

MANATEE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

AAUW Manatee County Branch Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Manatee Community Foundation Last Updated: January 03, 2026 Summary The AAUW Manatee County Branch Scholarship Fund, managed…

ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

AAUW of East Mesa (AZ) Branch Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Community Foundation Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary Overview Arizona Community Foundation For more than four…

American Association of University Women Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

AAUW State College Centre County Community Action Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association of University Women Inc Amount: US $900 - US $11,400 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The…

American Association of University Women Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

AAUW State College STEM Mini-Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association of University Women Inc Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: May 28, 2025 Summary The AAUW State College STEM Mini-Grant…

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

AAUW: Community Action Grants - Project Support Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Association of University Women (AAUW) Amount: Up to US $75,000 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The AAUW…

$10,000 annually; up to $40,000 total (renewable for 4 years)
AB NICHOLAS SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION · April 30, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Ab Nicholas Scholarship Mission: To make higher education accessible and affordable to worthy students, helping them open doors to a better world. Award Amount: - $10,000 per year for students in…

ABEL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Abel Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Abel Foundation Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The Abel Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Nebraska, particularly in Lincoln and…

THE ABELL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Abell Foundation awards grants to nonprofit community partners working to improve the quality of life in Baltimore. We provide seed funding for innovative pilots, support for ongoing…

Aberdeen Area Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aberdeen Area Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Aberdeen Area Community Foundation Inc. Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The Aberdeen Area Community Foundation offers grants to…

Frequently Asked Questions

What federal grants are available for schools?

Major federal education grants include Title I (for high-poverty schools), IDEA (special education), Title III (English learners), 21st Century Community Learning Centers (after-school), and competitive grants like Magnet Schools Assistance and Education Innovation and Research (EIR). The Department of Education publishes a forecast of upcoming grant competitions annually.

Can individual teachers apply for grants?

Yes. Many foundations offer grants directly to teachers for classroom projects, supplies, and professional development. Notable sources include DonorsChoose, the NEA Foundation, Fund for Teachers, and state-level teacher grant programs. Amounts typically range from $250 to $10,000.

Are there grants for education technology?

Absolutely. Federal programs like E-Rate subsidize internet connectivity and technology infrastructure. The EIR program funds ed-tech innovation. Foundations like the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and the Bezos Family Foundation specifically support technology-enhanced learning.

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