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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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…

Starts at $5,000 (varies based on financial need)
THE PEER POWER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Carroll Brunthaver Scholarship The Peer Power Foundation administers the Carroll Brunthaver Scholarship for high school students in Memphis wishing to attend the University of Memphis. Background…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carrothers Family Trust Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,250 Last Updated: September 29, 2025 Summary The Carrothers Family Trust…

CHILDREN'S BRAIN TUMOR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carson Bailey Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Childrens Brain Tumor Foundation Inc. Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Carson Bailey Memorial Scholarship,…

Children First Education Fund · April 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Carson Smith Opportunity Scholarship (CSOS) Organization: Children First Education Fund (CFEF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit scholarship-granting organization Mission: Provide school choice options for…

COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF TEXAS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carter Creech Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Communities Foundation of Texas Amount: Up to US $32,000 Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Carter Creech Scholarship offers financial…

Amon G Carter Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carter Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Amon G. Carter Foundation Last Updated: September 24, 2025 Summary The Amon G. Carter Foundation, established in 1945, is a Texas non-profit that…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
National Council For The Social Studies · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carter G. Woodson Book Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Council For The Social Studies Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Carter G.…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carthage Affiliate Grantmaking Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Carthage Community Foundation…

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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