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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ST JUDE'S RANCH FOR CHILDREN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Career Opportunity Scholarship Fund Overview: The Career Opportunity Scholarship Fund is available to students who are current or former participants of St. Jude's Ranch for Children programs.…

MY FUTURE PATHWAYS INC · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Career Pathways Scholarship Eligibility Requirements: - Must be an Eagle County Schools Graduate - Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA - First generation student - Must demonstrate financial need - Academic…

Teshinsky Family Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Teshinsky Family Foundation Our Mission The Teshinsky Family Foundation (TFF) is a private Los Angeles-based philanthropic foundation started in 2006 dedicated to promoting personal liberty,…

FIRELANDS ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE INC · December 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Career Scholarship (High School) Funder: Firelands Electric Cooperative Geographic Scope: Service area of Firelands Electric Cooperative (Ashland, Huron, Lorain, and Richland counties, Ohio)…

FIRELANDS ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE INC · December 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Career Scholarship (Pre-June 2024 Graduate) Funder: Firelands Electric Cooperative Geographic Scope: Service area of Firelands Electric Cooperative (Ashland, Huron, Lorain, and Richland counties,…

$135,348 awarded in 2024-2025 (rolling awards; specific award amounts vary)
RICHLAND COUNTY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Career Technical Education (CTE) Scholarships Overview: The Richland County Foundation awards scholarships to individuals who want to obtain certifications and credentials at accredited technical…

SOUTH CENTRAL POWER COMPANY FOUNDATION · January 30, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Career-Technical Scholarship Funder: South Central Power Company Foundation Geographic Scope: 24-county service territory of South Central Power Company (Ohio) Eligibility: - High school seniors -…

NC FOUNDATION FOR SOIL AND WATER · February 28, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Careers in Conservation Scholarship Funder: NC Foundation for Soil and Water Conservation Geographic Scope: North Carolina Program Status: Active Overview: The Foundation offers an annual scholarship…

$1,000 per scholarship, minimum one per school
HAMILTON MEMORIAL FOUNDATION · April 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Careers in Healthcare Scholarship Funder: Hamilton Memorial Foundation Geographic Scope: Hamilton County, White County, and surrounding areas in Illinois Focus Areas: Healthcare career education for…

CARGILL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cargill Foundation: Local Community Giving Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cargill Foundation Last Updated: July 21, 2025 Summary The Cargill Foundation focuses on improving the lives of low-income…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Caring for Our Own (CO-OP) Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Caring for Our Own (CO-OP) Scholarship at Montana State…

NEBRASKA METHODIST HOSPITAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Caring for Students Fund Funder: Nebraska Methodist Hospital Foundation Geographic Scope: Nebraska (US), primarily serving Omaha area Focus Area: Education - emergency financial assistance for…

ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Caris Charitable Fund Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Community Foundation Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Caris Charitable Fund Scholarship, established by the Arizona…

WESTFIELD WASHINGTON EDU DEV FOUNDA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Carl and Linda Steele Scholarship Organization: Westfield Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Westfield, Indiana Overview: Scholarship available to Westfield High School graduates. Contact…

UPPER ARLINGTON EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Carl D. Smallwood Inclusion Scholarship Geographic Scope: Upper Arlington High School (UAHS), Upper Arlington, OH Focus Area: Soccer athletes demonstrating leadership, inclusion, and excellence both…

Synod of the Mid-Atlantic · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carl E. and Florence L. Berger Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Synod of the Mid-Atlantic Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: June 23, 2025 Summary The Carl E. and Florence L. Berger Fund provides…

ALBUQUERQUE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carl F. Scott Scholarship Fund for Tucumcari Lodge Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Albuquerque Community Foundation Amount: US $750 - US $2,000 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Carl F. Scott…

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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