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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CIRESI WALBURN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ciresi Walburn Foundation Annual Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ciresi Walburn Foundation for Children Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Ciresi Walburn Foundation supports innovative…

The CIRI Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview CIRI Foundation The CIRI Foundation is a private foundation established in 1982 by the ANCSA Corporation Cook Inlet Region, Inc. Board of Directors. Our mission is to foster individual…

AMADOR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ciro and Kim Toma Community Service Scholarship Geographic Scope: Amador County, CA Focus Areas: Community service and vocational/trade education Eligibility: - Students who have excelled in…

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

CIRT National Design and Construction Competition Overview: The 20th Anniversary National Design + Construction Competition presents three real-world project challenges to ACE students. Purpose: To…

Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

CIS NAV Application Development Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Amount: US $200,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The CIS NAV Application Development Grant, administered…

Up to US $100,000 in in-kind support
Cisco Systems Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cisco Technology Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cisco Systems Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 in in-kind support Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Cisco Technology Grant Program…

SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

CITGO Distinguished Scholars Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: September 05, 2025 Summary The CITGO Distinguished Scholars Program,…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

City of Elk Grove Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: September 28, 2025 Summary The City of Elk Grove…

CITY OF MUSKOGEE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

City of Muskogee Foundation Regular Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Muskogee Foundation Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary The City of Muskogee Foundation provides essential grants aimed at…

CITY OF MUSKOGEE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

City of Muskogee Foundation Summer Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Muskogee Foundation Last Updated: September 15, 2025 Summary The City of Muskogee Foundation offers summer grants aimed at…

HARTFORD FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC GIVING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Civic Education and Civic Participation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Hartford Gives Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary Overview Notes: This grant…

RESEARCHAMERICA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Civic Engagement Microgrant Program Funder: Research!America (with support from Rita Allen Foundation) Geographic Scope: United States Award Amount: $1,000 - $4,000 per grant Eligibility: - Graduate…

Minnesota Humanities Center · Rolling / Open Foundation

Civics Grants Funder: Minnesota Humanities Center Status: Active Geographic Scope: Minnesota Focus: Civic engagement and civics education programming Example Grantee: YMCA of the North's Students…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

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

Combined Jewish Philanthropies of Greater Boston Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: LOIs  due on Friday, August 29, 2025, TMF will only accept applications from organizations whose overall mission or specific project proposal primarily focuses on the categories of:…

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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