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
Foundation
Updated daily
Varies (2025: $750 - $5,000 per award; total distributed: $76,862 for 30 projects)
JUST FUND EDUCATION PROJECT INC · March 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Cliff Todd Endowment Grant Funder: JustFundKY (Just Fund Education Project Inc), Kentucky Status: Active annual grant program Geographic Scope: Kentucky statewide ("from Pikeville to Paducah"),…

DEARBORN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Clifford & Gladys Ellerbrook Ender Nursing Scholarship Purpose: Help ensure nursing care needs of residents of Dearborn and Ohio counties are satisfied; provide financial assistance for individuals…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clifford and Carol Rufenach Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Clifford and Carol Rufenach Scholarship at Montana State…

Central Kansas Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clifford and Rubye Angleton Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Kansas Community Foundation Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary The Clifford and Rubye Angleton Scholarship Fund,…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

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

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clifford D. Blankenship Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The Clifford D. Blankenship Memorial Scholarship provides…

Clifford Willard Gaylord Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clifford Willard Gaylord Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Clifford Willard Gaylord Foundation Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Clifford Willard Gaylord Foundation, established in…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

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

OWATONNA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Climate by Design International Scholarship Overview: Scholarship supporting students with interest in climate and environmental design. Geographic Scope: Owatonna area (based on recipient history)…

Up to US $5,000,000
The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Climatetech Careers Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) Amount: Up to US $5,000,000 Last Updated: June 11, 2025 Summary The Climatetech Careers Fund…

Minnesota Department of Health · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clinical Dental Education Innovation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Health Amount: US $30,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Clinical Dental Education…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clonts Anderson Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the Ozarks The…

CLOQUET EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · September 1, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Cloquet Educational Foundation Grant Program Overview: Grant funding distributed to educational initiatives that serve Cloquet Public School students. Geographic Scope: Cloquet Public Schools (ISD…

THE CLAUDE PEPPER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Close Up Foundation – Claude Pepper Scholarship Program Funder: The Claude Pepper Foundation Program Partner: Close Up Foundation Overview: Established in 2015, the Claude Pepper Scholars program…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTH · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Closing the Opportunity Gap Funder: Community Foundation of South Alabama Geographic Scope: Eight-county footprint in Southwest Alabama Focus Areas: Programs that narrow the opportunity gap among…

Greater Salina Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cloud Ceramics Masonry Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary Overview Our mission is to enhance quality of life, today…

IOWA 4-H FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Clover Kids Community Service Mini-Grants Geographic Scope: Iowa Target Audience: Clover Kids program participants (K-3rd grade) Purpose: Mini-grants to support community service projects by young…

CLOVERBELT CREDIT UNION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Cloverbelt Credit Union Scholarships Overview: Cloverbelt Credit Union (CCU) awards scholarships annually to graduating high school seniors who are continuing their education. Eligibility -…

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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