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.

15,931 grants
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BERKS COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Byron F. “Corky” Knoll Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Berks County Community Foundation Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The Byron F. “Corky” Knoll Memorial Scholarship…

BYRON L WALTER FAMILY TRUST XXXXX0002 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Byron L. Walter Family Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Byron L. Walter Family Trust Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The Byron L. Walter Family Trust Grant supports charitable, religious,…

HUNT C GILES CHAR - MAIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

C. Giles Hunt Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: C Giles Hunt Charitable Trust Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The C. Giles Hunt Charitable Trust…

STAFFORD MEMORIAL TR FOUND TUA · Rolling / Open Foundation

C. J. Stafford and Dot Stafford Memorial Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: C. J. Stafford and Dot Stafford Memorial Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $7,500 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The C. J.…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

C. Jerry & Lynne Dernbach Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary Easily learn more about the C. The next deadline…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF HOWARD · Rolling / Open Foundation

C. Merritt Pumphrey Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Howard County Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary The C. Merritt Pumphrey Scholarship,…

BARRY C WARREN FDN TA · Rolling / Open Foundation

C. Warren Barry Perpetual Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Barry C Warren Fdn Ta Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,500 Last Updated: November 30, 2025 Summary The C. Warren Barry Perpetual Foundation…

Approximately US $5,000
THE C B BAIRD JR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

C.B. Baird, Jr. Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: C.B. Baird, Jr. Foundation Amount: Approximately US $5,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The C.B. Baird, Jr. Foundation Grant supports…

C E AND S FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

C.E. & S. Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: C. E. and S. Foundation Last Updated: May 10, 2025 Summary The C.E. & S. Foundation Grant primarily supports individuals and families in Louisville,…

$1,000 per semester, maximum lifetime award of $8,000
CONCERNS OF POLICE SURVIVORS · June 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

C.O.P.S. AZ Scholarship Program Overview: Educational support program for survivors of fallen law enforcement officers. Geographic Scope: Arizona Eligibility: - Spouses, Children, and Stepchildren of…

AMADOR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

C.R. Horizon Scholarship Fund Geographic Scope: Amador County, CA Focus Area: Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Computer Engineering, and IT-related fields Eligibility: - Graduate…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

C.V Glassco Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The C.V. Glassco Memorial Scholarship Fund honors…

COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF TEXAS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

C.V.M. Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Communities Foundation of Texas Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The C.V.M. Scholarship Fund, established by…

National Education Association Staff Organization · Rolling / Open Foundation

C4O Organizing Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Education Association Staff Organization Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary The C4O Organizing Grant, offered by the National Education…

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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