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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CANERS Foundation Endowment for Research · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CANERS Scholarship Program for High School Students Funder: CANERS Foundation for Research and Scholarships (established 1969) Geographic Scope: California Focus Areas: Students pursuing careers in…

THE CANNON FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cannon Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cannon Foundation Inc Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Cannon Foundation Grants support capital and equipment projects in North Carolina,…

NORTHERN NEW YORK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Canton Community Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern New York Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Canton Community Fund Grants,…

National Education Association Staff Organization · Rolling / Open Foundation

CAO Ballot Measure Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Education Association Staff Organization Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary The CAO Ballot Measure Grant, offered by the National…

MASTER BUILDERS' ASSOCIATION OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CAP Annual Scholarship Funder: Construction Advancement Program (CAP) of Western Pennsylvania Focus Area: Education in construction management and engineering Geographic Scope: Western Pennsylvania…

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EARLY LEARNING INDIANA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capacity Building Grants Funder: Early Learning Indiana Inc Geographic Scope: Indiana (statewide) Funding Source: Lilly Endowment ($20 million investment) Program Overview Capacity building grants…

California Association of Pest Control Advisers · Rolling / Open Foundation

CAPCA: Stanley W. Strew Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Association of Pest Control Advisers Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: May 18, 2025 Summary The CAPCA: Stanley W. Strew…

Cape Coral Kiwanis Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cape Coral Kiwanis Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cape Coral Kiwanis Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary Overview Cape Coral Kiwanis Foundation At the Cape Coral…

CUMBERLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cape Fear River Assembly Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc. Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary Overview Cumberland Community Foundation ("CCF") manages…

CAPE ROYAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cape Royal Community Foundation (CRCF) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CAPE ROYAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION Last Updated: August 02, 2025 Summary The Cape Royal Community Foundation (CRCF) Grant, established…

CAPITOL FEDERAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

CapFed Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Capitol Federal Foundation Last Updated: January 10, 2026 Summary The Capitol Federal Foundation, established in 1999, aims to enhance community life…

THE HARRY AND JEANETTE WEINBERG · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Grants The Weinberg Foundation’s grantmaking reflects the wishes of Harry and Jeanette Weinberg, as outlined in the Foundation’s charter, as well as the laws and public policy that govern…

Orange Bowl Committee Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Capital One Orange Bowl-FWAA Courage Award Sponsor: Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) and Capital One Orange Bowl Purpose: Annual award recognizing courage displayed on or off the field…

Capitol Hill Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Capitol Hill Community Foundation Fall and Spring Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Capitol Hill Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The Capitol Hill…

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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