Grants for Education

Last updated June 23, 2026

There are currently 15,384 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.

15,384 grants
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What grants for education are open right now?

Benevolent & Protective Order Elks 1108 · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CHEA Scholarships for Students with Disabilities Funder: California-Hawaii Elks Association, California-Hawaii Major Project, Inc. Award Amount: - $1,000 for community colleges or vocational programs…

Benevolent & Protective Order Elks 1108 · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CHEA Vocational Grant Award Funder: California-Hawaii Elks Association (CHEA) Award Amount: $500 to $2,000 Geographic Scope: California and Hawaii Eligibility: - Pursuing a two-year or less…

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cheatham-White Scholars Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The Cheatham-White Scholars Program at…

North Carolina Central University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cheatham-White Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Central University Last Updated: November 18, 2025 Summary The Cheatham-White Scholarship, offered by North Carolina Central…

US $5,000 - US $75,000
Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority · Rolling / Open Foundation

CHEFA: Nonprofit Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority Amount: US $5,000 - US $75,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The CHEFA…

THE CHEHALIS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Chehalis Foundation Scholarships Funder: The Chehalis Foundation (Chehalis, WA, US) Overview: The Chehalis Foundation highlights over 40 scholarships to support local Chehalis High School students in…

THE CHEHALIS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chehalis Foundation: Organization Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chehalis Foundation Last Updated: August 09, 2025 Summary The Chehalis Foundation offers grants to support community and educational…

CHOCTAWHATCHEE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE INC · December 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

CHELCO College Scholarship Program Status: Active annual program Geographic Scope: CHELCO service area (Florida - Walton, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, and Holmes counties) Focus Areas: Higher education…

HUDSON HEADWATERS HEALTH NETWORK · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Chelsea Coutant Memorial Scholarship Funder: Robert and Francine Nemer, in partnership with SUNY Adirondack and Hudson Headwaters Health Network Overview: Scholarship supporting nursing education and…

HUDSON HEADWATERS HEALTH FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Chelsea Coutant Memorial Scholarship Funder: Robert and Francine Nemer (through SUNY Adirondack Foundation and Hudson Headwaters Health Network partnership) Program Type: College scholarship with…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELMIRA-CORNING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chemung Canal Trust Company Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. Amount: US $8,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The…

Royal Archaeological Institute · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cheney Bursaries Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Royal Archaeological Institute Amount: Up to £250 Last Updated: July 05, 2025 Summary The Cheney Bursaries, established by the Royal Archaeological…

DULUTH-SUPERIOR AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chequamegon Bay Area Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boreal Waters Community Foundation Amount: US $300 - US $2,500 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Chequamegon Bay Area…

MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF BROADCASTERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Cher Allen Memorial Broadcasting Scholarship Overview: One of the MAB Foundation's scholarship programs for students interested in broadcasting. Geographic Scope: Michigan Focus Areas: Broadcasting…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cheri Smith Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary The Cheri Smith Scholarship, offered by the Community Foundation…

DUB AND MURRAY MARTIN TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cherokee and Clay County Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dub and Murray Martin Cherokee and Clay County Trust Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Cherokee and…

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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