Grants for Education

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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SAINT PAUL & MINNESOTA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Currently paused for 2025._ Commitment To Community The Saint Paul Foundation believes that our community should not only benefit from our work, but inform and form it as well.…

$2,500 per year, up to two years (Maximum $5,000)
ABODE COMMUNITIES · March 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Building Equity Award Overview: Part of the Beyond Homes Scholarship Program, a donor-funded initiative to support youth and young adults in achieving long-term economic mobility through housing and…

Omaha Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building Healthy Futures Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Omaha Community Foundation Amount: More than US $50,000 Last Updated: June 22, 2025 Summary The Building Healthy Futures Fund aims to…

$2,500 per year, up to four years (Maximum $10,000)
ABODE COMMUNITIES · March 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Building Hope Award Overview: Part of the Beyond Homes Scholarship Program, a donor-funded initiative to support youth and young adults in achieving long-term economic mobility through housing and…

Varies by award category ($5,000 - $20,000 per award)
BUILDING HOPE IMPACT FUND INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Building Hope IMPACT Awards Program Status: Active, annual awards program Geographic Scope: National (United States) Focus Areas: Charter school excellence in three main categories plus leadership…

BUILDING HOPE HOLDINGS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Future of Education is Here We will search the country for the next crop of winners in Educational Innovation, Community Engagement, Student Empowerment, and the S. Joseph Bruno Charter…

BUILDING HOPE HOLDINGS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Future of Education is Here We will search the country for the next crop of winners in Educational Innovation, Community Engagement, Student Empowerment, and the S. Joseph Bruno Charter…

BUILDING HOPE HOLDINGS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Future of Education is Here We will search the country for the next crop of winners in Educational Innovation, Community Engagement, Student Empowerment, and the S. Joseph Bruno Charter…

Varies (historical average ~$1,558 per recipient based on $67,000 awarded to 43 students in 2024)
BUILDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF · Closed · Annual Foundation

Building Industry Charitable Foundation Scholarships Overview: The Building Industry Charitable Foundation awards annual scholarships to support higher education for children of BIA members and other…

BUILDING INDUSTRY CHARITABLE · Closed · Annual Foundation

Building Industry Charitable Foundation Scholarships Overview: The Building Industry Charitable Foundation provides scholarships to students, with a focus on children of Building Industry Association…

Allocated per student based on specific dollar amount per student annually
FORT OSAGE RESOURCES CHAMPION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Building Support Funds Overview: The Fort Osage Education Foundation is committed to enhancing student success by providing targeted support for one-time needs in every building. Each year, the…

LEGACY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Building the Future Vocational Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy Foundation: Lake County's Community Foundation Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary Overview About Legacy Foundation…

EVERETT S BULKLEY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bulkley Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Everett S. Bulkley Jr. Trust Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Bulkley Foundation Grant offers support for charitable organizations in…

State of Nevada Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bullying Prevention Funding Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Nevada Department of Education Amount: Up to US $9,999 Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Bullying Prevention Funding…

Up to US $15,000
State of Nevada Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Bullying Prevention Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Nevada Department of Education Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary Overview About the Department The Nevada…

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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