Grants for Education

Last updated June 22, 2026

There are currently 15,375 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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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What grants for education are open right now?

BECKLEY AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carolyn Bishop Thornhill Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Carolyn Bishop Thornhill Scholarship, managed by the Beckley Area…

GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carolyn Gallmeyer Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Rapids Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary The Carolyn Gallmeyer Scholarship,…

NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carolyn Grantham Ennis Scholarship Endowment Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary Overview The scholarships…

Up to $500 per student per year
UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION & ALUMNI ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Carolyn Kemmeries Student Grants Overview: In recognition of the tremendous contributions from former UHS Principal, Carolyn Kemmeries, the UHS Foundation and Alumni Association seeks to support UHS…

Maine Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carolyn Lewis Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Last Updated: October 18, 2025 Summary The Carolyn Lewis Scholarship Fund, established by Barrett Lewis's…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carolyn P. Bogan Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Louisville Amount: US $8,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Carolyn P. The…

TULSA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carolyn Sue and Wayne Lee Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Tulsa Community Foundation Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The Carolyn Sue and Wayne Lee Scholarship, offered by the Tulsa…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carolyn Thompson Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The Carolyn Thompson Memorial Scholarship at Montana State…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELMIRA-CORNING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carpe Diem Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Carpe Diem Scholarship, offered by…

E Rhodes and Leona B Carpenter Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carpenter Foundation - Theological Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter…

THE CARPENTER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carpenter Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carpenter Foundation Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Carpenter Foundation, established in 1942, focuses on enhancing opportunities in the…

CAMBRIDGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Carpenter-Lounds Memorial Scholarship Award Amount: One $500 scholarship annually Geographic Scope: Cambridge High School graduates, Wisconsin Eligibility: - Graduating seniors from Cambridge High…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carran Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The Carran Family Scholarship, established by…

THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carrie and George Lyter Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Carrie and George Lyter Scholarship, established…

$1,500 per scholarship (two scholarships awarded annually)
EXPRESS CARRIERS ASSOCIATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Carrie Ehlers Memorial Scholarship Fund Funder: Express Carriers Association (ECA) Background: Established in 2009 to honor the memory of Carrie Ehlers, ECA Past President who passed away in 2008.…

CARRIE J LOOSE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carrie J. Loose Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carrie J. Loose Trust Last Updated: May 17, 2025 Summary The Carrie J. Loose Trust Grant supports charitable initiatives in Kansas City, Missouri,…

THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carroll A. Lambton Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Carroll A. The next…

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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