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 state and 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
State/ Foundation
Updated daily

What grants for education are open right now?

$1,000 per scholarship; $11,000 total awarded annually
ST JOSEPH'S AREA HEALTH SERVICES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CHI St. Joseph's Health Healthcare Career Scholarships Funder: CHI St. Joseph's Health Foundation Geographic Scope: Park Rapids, Nevis, Menahga, Sebeka, Laporte, and Walker/Akeley/Hackensack…

$7,500 annually over four years ($30,000 total)
CHICAGO BLACKHAWK ALUMNI ASSOCIATION · February 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Chicago Blackhawk Alumni Association Scholarship Overview: The Chicago Blackhawk Alumni Association (CBAA) distributes college scholarships annually to the most deserving Illinois high school hockey…

ROBERT R MCCORMICK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Chicago Bulls Community Assist Fund Status: Active partnership Partnership Established: 2009 Geographic Scope: Chicago Focus Areas: - Education - Community investment - Health and wellness - Youth…

CHICAGO PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chicago Principals Fellowship Overview: A fellowship program for Chicago Public Schools principals focused on developing leadership capacity and supporting school improvement. Geographic Scope:…

Chicago Society Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chicago Society Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chicago Society of the Polish National Alliance Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The Chicago Society Foundation…

ROBERT R MCCORMICK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Chicago White Sox Community Fund Status: Active partnership Partnership Established: 2009 Geographic Scope: Chicago Focus Areas: - Child Abuse Prevention & Treatment - Access to and persistence in…

CHICAGOLAND FOOD SCIENCE FOUNDATION INC · February 27, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Chicagoland Food Industry Scholarship - Incoming Freshman Funder: Chicagoland Food Science Foundation Inc (IL, US) Award Amount: $2,500 for full-time students Purpose: Support students intending to…

CHICHESTER DUPONT FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chichester DuPont Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chichester DuPont Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Chichester DuPont Foundation provides grants…

Chick-fil-A · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chick-fil-A Community Scholars Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chick-fil-A Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: September 02, 2025 Summary The Chick-fil-A Community Scholars program awards up to…

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chicken N Pickle Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: December 29, 2025 Summary Overview Our Mission The Community…

DALLAS BAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chief Justice Carolyn Wright Internship Geographic Scope: Dallas, Texas area Status: Listed among Dallas Bar Foundation internship opportunities Contact Information: - Dallas Bar Foundation -…

Coral Gables Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chifles Beyond the Bag Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Coral Gables Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The Chifles Beyond the Bag…

A CHILD'S HOPE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Child Advancement Priorities (CAP) Purpose: Funds help provide essential support for children's development and well-being, focusing on individual needs to help them thrive on a personal level. Focus…

State Department of Education · Rolling / Open State

Child Care Program Development Improve the quality, availability, and affordability of early childhood development and before-and-after school services. Details - Agency: State Department of…

JSARGEANT REYNOLDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Child Care Scholarships (VCCPSP & Project Pathfinders) Overview: Child care scholarships available through Virginia Commonwealth Child Care Professional Scholarship Program (VCCPSP) and Project…

CHILD HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Child Health Association Grants Funder: Child Health Association of Sewickley, PA, US Geographic Scope: Western Pennsylvania Focus Areas: The organization supports non-profit organizations that…

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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