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.

15,931 grants
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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Christine Mitus Rose Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary Overview…

SOUTHCOAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Christine Saulnier Pimental Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southcoast Community Foundation Last Updated: November 03, 2025 Summary The Christine Saulnier Pimental Scholarship, established…

US $2,000 - US $5,000
GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Christine Soper Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Rapids Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary Overview Grand Rapids Community…

NATIONAL ITALIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATIONINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Christopher Columbus Essay Contest Overview: Essay competition hosted by NIAF, likely focused on Italian American themes or Christopher Columbus legacy. Focus Areas: Essay writing, Italian American…

CROWN POINT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Christopher Day Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crown Point Community Foundation Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Christopher Day Memorial Scholarship is offered by the…

HARTFORD FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC GIVING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Christopher Guerrini Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Hartford Gives Foundation Amount: US $1,500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: November 20, 2025 Summary The Christopher…

EAST TEXAS COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Christopher Lyon Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The Christopher Lyon Memorial Scholarship, established in…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER NEW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Christopher Maerz Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain Amount: US $500 - US $30,000 Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR PALM BEACH AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Christopher N. Coppola Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the…

PHILANTHROPIC VENTURES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Christopher Wellington Moore Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Philanthropic Ventures Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary Overview Philanthropic…

Over 400 Chromebooks provided (fund amount not specified)
THE ROCKLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Chromebooks for Kids Fund Established by: Devin McCourty and Jason McCourty (twin brothers, NFL players with Nyack connections) Geographic Scope: East Ramapo and Nyack School Districts, Rockland…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

CHS University Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The CHS University Scholarship at Montana State University supports…

GREATER LOS ANGELES EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Chuck Acosta Scholarship Overview: Honors the legacy of Chuck Acosta, whose 35-year career in education included serving as a bilingual education consultant at the Los Angeles County Office of…

EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Chuck and Betty Childs Scholarship Purpose: To provide financial assistance to a P-CEP high school graduate who is furthering their education and attended Farrand Elementary School. Eligibility:…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ABILENE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chuck and Doris Moser Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Abilene Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Chuck and Doris Moser…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chuck Dickerson Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Chuck Dickerson Memorial Scholarship, established…

PALOS VERDES PENINSULA EDUCATION · October 12, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Chuck Miller Teacher Grants Funder: Peninsula Education Foundation (PVPEF) Geographic Scope: Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District (PVPUSD), California Purpose: Support teachers in…

The Alaska Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Chugiak-Eagle River Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Alaska Community Foundation Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary Overview Note: The Chugiak-Eagle River Foundation accepts grant…

Community Foundation for SW Washington · Rolling / Open Foundation

Church at the Grove Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Southwest Washington Amount: US $1,000 - US $1,500 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary Overview 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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