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.

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Charles D. Berry Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charles D. Berry Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Charles D. Berry Foundation Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The Charles D. Berry Foundation, established in 2018 by Chuck Berry, aims…

FUR TAKERS OF AMERICA · Closed · Annual Foundation

Charles Dobbins Scholarship Funder: Fur Takers of America Award Amount: $1,000 Overview: The Charles Dobbins FTA Scholarship is available to members of the Fur Takers of America or immediate…

HUTCHINSON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charles E. Carey Memorial Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hutchinson Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $7,500 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The Charles E. Carey Memorial Fund…

COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF TEXAS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charles E. Crow Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Communities Foundation of Texas Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Charles E. Crow Memorial…

$2,000 per award (4 awards available)
ESSEX AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY · April 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Charles E. Larner Family Foundation Student Scholarship Funder: Charles E. Larner Family Foundation (administered by Essex Agricultural Society) Award Amount: $2,000.00 each (four awards per year)…

$1,099,754 base fund (historical); example fellowship: approximately $150,000+ initial grant
EDISON INNOVATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charles Edison Fund - Edison Fellowships Overview: A philanthropic institution founded by Charles Edison (son of Thomas Edison) that supports worthwhile endeavors. The Charles Edison Fund has honored…

Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) - Harvard University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charles Edison Fund Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) - Harvard University Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Charles Edison Fund Fellowship at Harvard…

TTEE UW OF CHARLES F BACON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charles F. Bacon Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Charles F. Bacon Trust Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The Charles F. Bacon Trust Grant supports educational, human services, and health…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charles F. Warner Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about…

UPPER ARLINGTON EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Charles G. Will Writing Scholarship Geographic Scope: Upper Arlington High School (UAHS), Upper Arlington, OH Focus Area: Writing excellence and progression; supports freshman, sophomore, and junior…

Approximately US $14,000
Charles H Dater Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charles H. Dater Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Charles H. Dater Foundation Amount: Approximately US $14,000 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Charles H. Dater Foundation Grants…

US $5,000 - US $20,000
CHARLES H HALL TUA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charles H. Hall Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Charles H. Hall Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Charles H. Hall Foundation Grant supports…

ACE Mentor Los Angeles Metropolitan Area Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Charles H. Thornton Memorial Scholarship Purpose: Honors the legacy of Dr. Charles "Charlie" Thornton II, founder of the ACE Mentor Program of America. Eligibility: Deserving ACE alumni who share…

ACE MENTOR PROGRAM OF AMERICA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Charles H. Thornton Memorial Scholarship Overview: The Charles H. Thornton Memorial Scholarship has been established to honor the legacy of Dr. Charles "Charlie" Thornton II, the founder of the ACE…

CHARLES HAYDEN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charles Hayden Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Charles Hayden Foundation Last Updated: September 07, 2025 Summary The Charles Hayden Foundation Grant supports institutions serving youth and…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charles Homer Barton Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Charles Homer…

$2,500 each (2 scholarships available)
Salida Hospital Foundation · June 5, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Charles J. Forster Scholarship Award Amount: $2,500 each (2 scholarships available) Geographic Scope: - Salida Hospital District (Chaffee, western Fremont, and northern Saguache counties), OR -…

SOUTHCOAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charles J. Lewin Interfaith Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southcoast Community Foundation Last Updated: November 03, 2025 Summary The Charles J. Lewin Interfaith Scholarship, established…

THE CHARLES J STROSACKER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Charles J. Strosacker Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Charles J Strosacker Foundation Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary The Charles J. Strosacker Foundation Grant supports…

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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