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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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…

$500 for trade school/community college/university students; $250 for GED applicants
COMMUNITY HOUSING IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM · Closed · Annual Foundation

CHIP Housing Educational Success Scholarship Overview: CHIP is committed to creating affordable housing and nurturing communities by offering educational support to residents and homeowners. Award…

ST CROIX VALLEY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Each year, Chisago Lakes Area Community Foundation links donors and charitable gifts to community needs through small grant awards.Civic organizations, service groups, municipalities,…

SAINT PAUL & MINNESOTA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chisholm Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Chisholm Community Foundation Grants support innovative…

Children's Literature Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

ChLA Diversity Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Children's Literature Association Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The ChLA Diversity Research Grant, established in 2013, aims to support…

US $500 - US $1,500
Children's Literature Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

ChLA Faculty Research Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Children's Literature Association Amount: US $500 - US $1,500 Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The ChLA Faculty Research Grants support…

Children's Literature Association · Rolling / Open Foundation

ChLA Hannah Beiter Graduate Student Research Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Children's Literature Association Amount: US $500 - US $1,500 Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The ChLA Hannah Beiter…

HENRY COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Choose Henry Fund-Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Henry County Community Foundation Last Updated: February 08, 2026 Summary The Henry County Community Foundation offers the Choose Henry…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Choose Your Future Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 21, 2025 Summary The Choose Your Future Scholarship Fund, established by…

SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chris & Gene Smith "Get and Education" Memorial Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Community Foundation Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary Overview Chris & Gene Smith "Get and Education"…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chris Bell Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: US $3,500 Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The Chris Bell Memorial Scholarship,…

BELMONT EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Chris Kochem Artist in Residence Fund Overview: $5,000 is dedicated annually to fund visiting artists to the Belmont Public Schools. Geographic Scope: Belmont Public Schools, Belmont, MA Focus Areas:…

THE KANSAS RURAL COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Chris Little Award Funder: Chris Little Memorial Fund / Meade High School Overview: This award was established in memory of Chris Little, a student at Meade High School who died from a head injury…

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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