Grants for Education

Last updated June 13, 2026

There are currently 15,407 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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SANTA FE COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Academic Endowed Scholarships Funder: Santa Fe Community College Foundation Geographic Scope: Santa Fe, New Mexico, US Description: Endowed scholarships focused on academic achievement to support…

DISTRICT 742 LOCAL EDUCATION ACTIVITIES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Academic Endowment Fund Grants Funder: LEAF 742 (Local Education and Activities Foundation) Geographic Scope: District 742, St. Cloud, Minnesota, US Mission: Supporting creative, curriculum-enhancing…

THE MCCARTHEY DRESSMAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Academic Enrichment Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: McCarthey Dressman Education Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The McCarthey Dressman Education Foundation…

EAST CENTRAL UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Academic Excellence Scholar Award Amount: - Tuition: $4,000 ($500 x 8 semesters) Eligibility: - Point total of 567 and Up - Calculation: (High School Cumulative GPA x 100) + (ACT Composite Score x 10)

$1,000 (with potential $4,600 statewide prize for selected recipients)
SOUTH CENTRAL POWER COMPANY FOUNDATION · January 30, 2027 · Annual Foundation

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

AAUP FOUNDATION · June 30, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Academic Freedom Fund Overview: The Academic Freedom Fund supports academic freedom through research, publications, and direct assistance to faculty members. Focus Areas: - Academic freedom research…

$5,000 - $15,000
UMKC DENTAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Academic Scholar Award Overview: One-time award given to the top students within each dental class based on academic performance and professional and civic involvement. Eligibility - Top students…

MONTANA BIBLE COLLEGE · August 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Academic Scholarship Award Amount: $1,000 Eligibility: - Must submit a transcript showing most recent academic work (high school, homeschool, or college transcript) - Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher…

WELLFLEET SHELLFISH PROMOTION AND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Academic Scholarship - Marine Sciences Funder: Wellfleet Oyster Alliance (WOA) Geographic Scope: Wellfleet, MA Focus Areas: - Marine Sciences education - Support for students pursuing careers in…

$2,500 - $5,000
FUNERAL SERVICE FOUNDATION INC · November 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Academic Scholarships Funder: Funeral Service Foundation Inc (WI, US) Overview: The Funeral Service Foundation awards dozens of academic scholarships annually to students enrolled in ABFSE- or…

MOHAVE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Academic Scholarships Description: Scholarships awarded based on academic achievement and performance at Mohave College. Award Basis - GPA-based awards - Academic merit Eligibility Requirements -…

Indiana Latino Institute Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Academic Scholarships Overview: ILI awards need and merit-based scholarships to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate college students who show academic excellence and…

$1,000 - $17,500
ZETA BETA TAU FOUNDATION INC · February 28, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Academic Scholarships Funder: Zeta Beta Tau Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: United States (Indiana-based, serves ZBT fraternity members nationwide) Focus Areas: Financial support for undergraduate…

TEXAS EMERGENCY NURSES ASSOCIATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Academic Scholarships Funder: Texas Emergency Nurses Association Inc (TXENA) Website: txena.org Geographic Scope: Texas Focus Area: Emergency nursing education Program Purpose The TXENA scholarship…

THE AHLA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Academic Scholarships Overview: General academic scholarship program for students pursuing 2 or 4-year hospitality degree programs at colleges and universities. Geographic Scope: United States Focus…

KANSAS FFA FOUNDATION INC · January 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Academic Scholarships (National FFA Scholarships) Overview: Participating in the Kansas FFA scholarship program is an excellent opportunity for FFA members to receive financial support for their…

Up to $1,500 per semester for college or up to $1,500 per year for certification programs
THE COLLEGE AND COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Academic Support Program Organization: College & Community Fellowship (NY, US) Program Type: Tuition assistance and scholarships Overview A tuition assistance program that provides scholarships to…

UNC HUSSMAN SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Academic-Year Scholarships Purpose: Scholarships for academic-year support Geographic Scope: UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media students Eligibility: - UNC Hussman undergraduate majors…

ALPHA KAPPA PSI FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Academy Grants Overview: Educational grants that cover expenses related to travel, lodging, meals, and programming for those attending the Academy, a three-day intensive leadership development…

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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