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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$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…

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 -…

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…

SCHOODIC INSTITUTE AT ACADIA NATIONAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Acadia Science Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Acadia Science Fellowship aims…

AMERICAN CONTRACT BRIDGE LEAGUE · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

ACBLEF Grants Program Funder: American Contract Bridge League Educational Foundation (ACBLEF) Mission: The American Contract Bridge League Educational Foundation provides grants to people and…

REISENBACH PHILANTHROPIES INC · May 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Accelerate Your Impact™ Funder: Reisenbach Philanthropies Inc (NY, US) Program Type: One-year grant program for pilot programs within successful nonprofits Overview Accelerate Your Impact™ is a…

THE MIAMI FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Accelerator Grants Program Status: Active program Geographic Scope: Greater Miami, Miami-Dade County Overview: The Miami Foundation developed the Accelerator Grants program to recognize individuals,…

Illinois Community College Board · Rolling / Open Foundation

Access and Equity in Dual Credit Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Community College Board Amount: Up to US $150,000 Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The Access and Equity in Dual…

Up to amount available from $40,000 fund
Kansas 4-H Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Accessibility Fund Purpose: Provide financial support to meet the needs of Kansas youth and enhance accessibility to 4-H experiences for current and new members. Geographic Scope: Kansas (all 105…

ACCESSLEX INSTITUTE · Rolling / Open Foundation

AccessLex: Diversity Pathway Intervention Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: AccessLex Institute Amount: US $200,000 - US $300,000 Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary The AccessLex Diversity…

Allamakee County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

ACCF “Emerging Needs” Mini-Grant Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Allamakee County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: January 11, 2025 Summary The ACCF 'Emerging Needs'…

THE ALLEGAN COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

ACCF Legacy Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Allegan County Community Foundation Last Updated: May 15, 2025 Summary The ACCF Legacy Grant aims to support various community initiatives in Allegan County,…

Austin Community College Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

ACComplish @ St. Edward's Scholars Program Overview: Special transfer program at ACC designed to help ACC students seamlessly transfer to St. Edward's University with dedicated advising, financial…

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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