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
Foundation
Updated daily
$500 to $3,000 per grant (average $1,400)
CENTRE FOUNDATION INC · April 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Centre PACT Grants Program Name: Centre PACT (Philanthropic Actions Created by Teens) Overview: A hands-on philanthropy program for high school students in Centre County. Students identify issues…

CENTRICITY CREDIT UNION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Centricity Credit Union Foundation Scholarship Funder: Centricity Credit Union Foundation Geographic Scope: Minnesota, US (based on funder location) Overview: The Centricity Credit Union Foundation…

THE AMERICAN CERAMIC SOCIETY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ceramic and Glass Industry Foundation: Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The American Ceramic Society Inc Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: May 06, 2025 Summary The Ceramic and Glass Industry…

Ceres Charitable Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ceres Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ceres Charitable Foundation Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Ceres Charitable Foundation aims to improve educational infrastructure…

THE CERES FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ceres Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Ceres Foundation Inc. 43j-74d54 Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The Ceres Foundation Grant focuses on supporting nonprofit organizations that…

Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cerro Gordo County Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The Cerro Gordo County…

CESLE C & MAMIE F DUES FOUNDATION XXXXX4003 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cesle and Mamie Dues Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cesle and Mamie Dues Foundation Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The Cesle and Mamie Dues Foundation Grant supports charitable,…

Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Rolling / Open Foundation

CF Lowcountry: Women in Philanthropy Giving Circle Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry Amount: US $15,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The CF…

COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

CF Opportunity Youth Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary Overview The Columbus Foundation In 1943, during the darkness of World War II, a…

US $5,000 - US $35,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ABILENE · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFA: Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Abilene Amount: US $5,000 - US $35,000 Last Updated: August 20, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of Abilene offers community…

US $1,000 - US $10,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFB: Competitive Grants- Brevard Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Brevard Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: April 09, 2025 Summary The Competitive Grants program by the…

Varies; recent awards ranged from ~$5,000 to $25,000+
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · December 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

CFCC Competitive Community Grants Overview: The Community Foundation of Crawford County offers competitive grant funding for charitable nonprofit organizations and programs serving Crawford County…

US $20,000 - US $100,000
COLLIER COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCC Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Collier Community Foundation Amount: US $20,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The CFCC Program Grants, offered by the Collier…

Greater Salina Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCC: Carol Puckett Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary Overview Our mission is to enhance quality of life,…

Greater Salina Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCC: CF Sunshine Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary Overview Our mission is to enhance quality of life, today and in…

Greater Salina Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCC: Gelvin-Ingersoll Medical Education Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary Overview Note: The grants committee will…

Greater Salina Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCC: Irene Saulnier Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary Overview CFCC: Irene Saulnier Scholarship Amount Varies…

Greater Salina Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

CFCC: Mark C. and Dorothy I. Morgan Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Amount: US $1,500 - US $2,000 Last Updated: February 18, 2026 Summary Easily learn…

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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