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?

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FOX · Rolling / Open Foundation

Child Welfare Society Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the Fox River…

CHILDREN CAN SHAPE THE FUTURE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: The Foundation is under transition. Applications are by invitation only._ Children Can Shape the Future (CCSF) Is a small, family foundation based in Philadelphia. CCSF supports…

Salisbury University · Rolling / Open State

Children of Fallen Heros Scholarship A Pell-eligible student whose parent or guardian died in the line of duty while serving as a public safety officer is eligible, under the Children of Fallen Heros…

$5,000 per scholarship (3 scholarships awarded annually per geographic division, 15 total)
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY DEPT OF MINNES · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Children of Warriors National Presidents' Scholarship Funder: American Legion Auxiliary Department of Minnesota Award Amount: Three $5,000 scholarships are awarded annually per geographic division,…

Maryville City Schools Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Children's Fund Overview: The Children's Fund helps remove social, emotional, academic, and economic barriers for students in Maryville City Schools. Through community support, the Foundation…

FOLDS OF HONOR EASTERN-PA-NJ-CHAPTER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Children's Fund Scholarship Organization: Folds of Honor Eastern-PA-NJ Chapter Mission: To honor the sacrifice of America's fallen and disabled service members and first responders by providing…

THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Children's Home Foundation Fund Funder: Greater Harrisburg Community Foundation (regional foundation of TFEC) Geographic Scope: Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Juniata, Mifflin, Lebanon, and Perry…

Up to US $100,000
Minnesota Humanities Center · Rolling / Open Foundation

Children’s Museums Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Humanities Center Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Minnesota Humanities Center is providing $1.5…

$1,200 - $3,200 per child per year through 8th grade
CHILDREN'S SCHOLARSHIP FUND PHILADELPHIA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Children's Scholarship Fund Philadelphia (CSFP) K-8 Scholarships Overview: CSFP is a privately funded program that provides need-based, partial scholarships to K-8th grade students from…

CHILDTRUST FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

ChildTrust Foundation: Policy Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Childtrust Foundation Last Updated: August 31, 2025 Summary ChildTrust Foundation provides Policy Grants aimed at supporting 501(c)3…

CHILDTRUST FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

ChildTrust Foundation: Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Childtrust Foundation Last Updated: August 31, 2025 Summary The ChildTrust Foundation offers program grants aimed at enhancing early…

The Alaska Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chilkat Valley Community Foundation Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Alaska Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Chilkat Valley…

SKIDMORE OWINGS & MERRILL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

China Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Skidmore, Owings and Merrill Foundation Amount: US $15,000 Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary Overview About Founded in 1979, the SOM Foundation’s goal…

McPherson County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chinberg-Eberle Memorial Nursing Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: McPherson County Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $1,500 Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The Chinberg-Eberle…

US $3,000 - US $7,000
THE OREGON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chintimini Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Amount: US $3,000 - US $7,000 Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary The Chintimini Fund, managed by the Oregon Community…

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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