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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Education · Rolling / Open State

Career Academy Incentive Fund (CAIF) Details - Category: Education - Award Range: Not Applicable - Project Dates: 07/01/2020 - 06/30/2051 - Recurring: No

Iowa Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career Academy Incentive Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Iowa Department of Education Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary The Career Academy Incentive Fund Grant, established by the Iowa…

AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career Achievement in Green Chemistry Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Chemical Society Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: June 21, 2025 Summary The Career Achievement in Green…

Kiwanis Club of Roanoke Va Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Awards Program Funder: Kiwanis Club of Roanoke, Virginia Purpose: Assist and celebrate Roanoke County and Roanoke City high school CTE students that are…

North Carolina Department of Public Instruction · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career and Technical Education Grade Expansion Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Amount: Up to US $65,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The…

THE CONSORTIUM OF FLORIDA EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Career Catalyst Grant Funder: Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation (administered through Consortium of Florida Education Foundations) Award Amount: $100,000 Geographic Scope: Florida Program Overview A…

South Carolina Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career Cluster Partnership Program Competitive Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Carolina Department of Education Amount: More than US $150,000 Last Updated: June 16, 2025 Summary The Career Cluster…

WASHINGTON STATE STEM EDUCATION FDTN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career Connect Washington - Career Launch Program Funder: Washington State STEM Education Foundation (in coordination with ESD 123) Overview: Funding to provide educational institutions with new…

Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career Connected Learning — Program Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Amount: US $25,000 Last Updated: November 19, 2025 Summary…

Up to $1,000 per completed credential
Careers in Construction Colorado · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Career Development Incentive Program (CDIP) Funder: Careers in Construction Colorado (Colorado state program) Program Name: Career Development Incentive Program (CDIP), also known as Career…

COMMUNITY HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION OF MCCOOK · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Career Discovery Day Scholarships Funder: Community Hospital Health Foundation Award Amount: $500 per scholarship Purpose: Recognize exceptional high school seniors who exhibit a passion for pursuing…

COMMUNITY HOSPITAL HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Career Discovery Day Scholarships Funder: Community Hospital Health Foundation Award Amount: $500 per scholarship Geographic Scope: Nebraska and Kansas (McCook, NE area and surrounding communities)…

THE HEALTH COLLABORATIVE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Career Exploration Microgrants Funder: The Health Collaborative, supported by the Ohio Industry Sector Partnership (ISP) grant Status: Active program with inaugural recipients announced Geographic…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
California State Library · Rolling / Open Foundation

Career Online High School Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: California State Library Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: July 11, 2025 Summary The Career Online High School…

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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