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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HORTICULTURAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Carville M. Akehurst Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Horticultural Research Institute Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: May 07, 2025 Summary The Carville M. Akehurst Memorial…

NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cary Women’s Giving Network Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Cary Women’s Giving Network…

CASUALTY ACTUARIAL SOCIETY · Rolling / Open Foundation

CAS Trust Scholarship Program Funder: Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) Status: Active scholarship program listed on CAS website under University Programs Geographic Scope: Not specified in provided…

CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF SANITATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CASA Education Foundation Scholarships Funder: CASA Education Foundation Geographic Scope: California and potentially broader Overview: Financial aid provided to students interested in careers in…

Cascades, Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cascades Donations and Sponsorships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cascades, Inc. Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary Cascades Donations and Sponsorships focuses on building sustainable…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Casey Neal Rogers Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary Overview Our Story…

Casey's General Stores, Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Casey’s Donation Requests Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Casey's General Stores, Inc Last Updated: March 14, 2025 Summary Casey’s Donation Requests support vital community needs in Education, Hunger,…

CREDIT UNION CHARTERED IN THE STATE OF · April 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Cash for Classrooms Grant Funder: Community Choice Credit Union Foundation Award Amount: $500 per grant Number of Awards: Five (5) grants available annually Geographic Scope: Michigan Eligibility: -…

US $3,000 - US $50,000
Casey's General Stores, Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cash for Classrooms Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Casey's General Stores, Inc Amount: US $3,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: September 29, 2025 Summary Casey's Cash for Classrooms Grants support K-12…

Cash For Your Classrooms · Rolling / Open State

Cash For Your Classrooms - Organization: Cash For Your Classrooms - Type: Foundation Grant

More than US $2,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cashmere Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Amount: More than US $2,000 Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The Cashmere Fund Grant, provided by…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cashmere Schools Foundation Renewal Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Last Updated: September 23, 2025 Summary The Cashmere Schools Foundation…

NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

CASL Scholarship Fund in Memory of Lane Meyer Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The CASL Scholarship Fund in Memory of Lane…

THE DON & SYBIL HARRINGTON · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Catalyst Grants Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation Geographic Scope: Texas Panhandle Program Description: Catalyst Grants support nonprofit organizations with funding for growth, improvement, and…

AMARILLO AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Catalyst Grants Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation Geographic Scope: Texas Panhandle region Overview: The Catalyst Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations with funding for program growth,…

$25,000 - $75,000
NEIGHBORHOOD ALLIES INC · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Catalytic Grant Program Funder: Neighborhood Allies Inc Overview: Neighborhood Allies' flagship grant program offering innovative, creative and inspiring ideas that make neighborhoods healthier,…

$100,000 in unrestricted grants plus $10,000 for leadership development
NEW PROFIT INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Catalyze Investments Award Amount: $100,000 in unrestricted grants over one year, plus $10,000 of funding for leadership development Support Includes: - Unrestricted grants - Leadership development…

CatchLight · Rolling / Open Foundation

CatchLight Local Fellowship Overview: CatchLight Local is a fellowship program launched in 2019 that places full-time visual journalists in local newsrooms to address visual news deserts and newsroom…

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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