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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The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

CA-AFCS-SD/Ellen Ferguson Snyder Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The CA-AFCS-SD/Ellen…

The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

CA-AFCS-SD/Henry R. Hague, J.D. Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The CA-AFCS-SD/Henry R.…

The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

CA-AFCS-SD/Margaret R. Hollenbeck Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The CA-AFCS-SD/Margaret…

The San Diego Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

CA-AFCS-SD/San Diego Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The San Diego Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The CA-AFCS-SD/San Diego Scholarship…

Cuban American Bar Association Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CABA Foundation Scholarships Funder: Cuban American Bar Foundation (CABF) Overview: The Cuban American Bar Foundation awards scholarships to deserving law students. The foundation recognizes and…

$5,000 (first place), $2,500 each (two runner-ups), $1,000 each (nine finalists)
Caballeros de Yuma Inc · Closed · Annual Foundation

Caballeros Memorial Scholarship Funder: Caballeros de Yuma Inc Geographic Scope: Yuma, Arizona Overview: A scholarship program supporting local talent and graduating high school seniors dedicated to…

FOUNDATION FOR THE CAROLINAS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cabarrus County Community Foundation Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for the Carolinas Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: April 17, 2025 Summary The Cabarrus County Community…

THE CABOT FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cabot Family Charitable Trust Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cabot Family Charitable Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: March 08, 2026 Summary The Cabot Family Charitable Trust,…

CENTRAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

CACF: Central AL Family Wellness and Education Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Alabama Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The Central Alabama…

CADILLAC AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

CACF: Community Trustee Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cadillac Area Community Foundation Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Cadillac Area Community Foundation, established in 1988, is…

Maine Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cad and Dorothy Kelley Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Last Updated: October 18, 2025 Summary The Cad and Dorothy Kelley Scholarship Fund, established by the…

CENTRAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Caddell Construction Co. (DE), LLC Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Alabama Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary The Caddell Construction…

Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cadence First-Generation Student Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Silicon Valley Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 04, 2026 Summary The Cadence…

CENTENNIAL AREA EDUCATION FOUNDATION · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

CAEF Power of Centennial Grants Overview: Providing funding for educational programs that supplement and enhance experiences within the Centennial School District. Geographic Scope: Centennial School…

Varies by scholarship; $15,000 directly awarded by CAEF in 2025; total scholarships administered: $110,600
CENTENNIAL AREA EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CAEF Scholarship Program Overview: Awarding scholarships to Centennial graduates pursuing post-secondary education. CAEF partners with Centennial High School to offer multiple local scholarships.…

Varies by scholarship ($500 - $10,000 per award)
CHAMBERSBURG AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT · March 27, 2027 · Annual Foundation

CAEF Scholarship Program Overview The Chambersburg Area Education Foundation (CAEF) has awarded over $2 million in scholarships to CASD students for higher education and training. Program Details -…

HORSESHOE FOUNDATION OF FLOYD COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Caesars Foundation of Floyd County Annual Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CAESARS FOUNDATION OF FLOYD COUNTY INC Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The Caesars Foundation…

HORSESHOE FOUNDATION OF FLOYD COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Caesars Foundation of Floyd County Major Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CAESARS FOUNDATION OF FLOYD COUNTY INC Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Caesars Foundation…

Community Foundation of Northern Nevada · Rolling / Open Foundation

Caesars Nevada Team Member Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary Overview The monetary value of each scholarship…

The Caesars Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Caesars Regional & Property Giving Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Caesars Foundation Last Updated: October 29, 2025 Summary The Caesars Foundation supports community-focused organizations through…

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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