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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UNITED WAY OF METROPOLITAN DALLAS INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Celanese Century Southern Dallas Impact Grant Funder: Celanese Foundation in partnership with United Way of Metropolitan Dallas Amount: $100,000 Geographic Scope: Southern Dallas, specifically the…

US $500 - US $2,000
OSHKOSH AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Celebrate Education Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oshkosh Area Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $2,000 Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The Celebrate Education Grants aim to enhance…

U.S. Mission to Malaysia · May 30, 2026 Federal

Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary in Sabah The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Public Diplomacy Section invites proposals to celebrate America's 250th anniversary (Freedom250) in the state of Sabah,…

State Library of Ohio · Rolling / Open Foundation

Celebrating Ohio Book Awards and Authors Grant (OH) Status: ACTIVE Funder: State Library of Ohio Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Celebrating Ohio Book Awards and…

ST VRAIN VALLEY EDUCATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Celebration of Excellence Funder: St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation Geographic Scope: St. Vrain Valley Schools District, Colorado Status: Listed as both a program and an event on…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Celesta Simas Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: September 29, 2025 Summary The Celesta Simas Memorial…

St Luke's Methodist Church · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Celeste Tybor Scholarship Fund Amount: $1,200 Established in: Honor of Celeste Tybor Eligibility: - Single adults - To participate in St. Luke's sponsored or sanctioned programs including: -…

CROWN POINT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Celia C. Newcomb Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crown Point Community Foundation Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Celia C. Newcomb Memorial Scholarship, managed by the…

TSHP Research & Education (R&E) Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Celso and Matiana M. Cuéllar Sr. Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: TSHP Research & Education (R&E) Foundation Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The Celso and Matiana M.…

LEGACY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cenifax Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy Foundation: Lake County's Community Foundation Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: January 01, 2026 Summary Overview About Legacy Foundation Legacy…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Centenary United Methodist Church Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Last Updated: October 24, 2025 Summary The Centenary United Methodist Church Scholarship,…

Centene Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Centene Charitable Foundation Successful corporate citizenship happens when companies invest in the local organizations that know their communities best. The Centene Foundation works with…

Centene Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: You may submit your event sponsorship request by emailing the funder and you will be notified only if funder moves forward with your request. _ Centene Charitable Foundation…

JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY REAL ESTATE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Centennial Scholars Program Program Type: Highly competitive merit and need-based scholarship Award Details: - Provides financial support to talented students Award Criteria: - Pell grant-eligible…

COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF AURORA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Center for Adult Education Student Success Scholarship Institution: Community College of Aurora (CCA) Purpose: Supports students enrolled in CCA's English as a Second Language (ESL) and High School…

THE NEW YORK CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Center for Architecture Design Scholarship Sponsor: Center for Architecture Purpose: Merit-based scholarships for students acquiring their first professional degree in architecture, design,…

Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Center for Effective Districts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $2,750,000 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Center for Effective Districts, overseen by the…

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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