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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COLEN FAMILY FOUNDATION · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

College Scholarship Program Overview: The Federation's College Scholarship program is an important resource for students attending college or university for undergraduate or graduate studies.…

THE IRVING AND VARDA RABIN FOUNDATION · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

College Scholarship Program Geographic Scope: Bay Area Jewish community Eligibility: Students attending college or university for undergraduate or graduate studies Overview: The Federation's College…

$2,500 renewable ($10,000 total per recipient)
CHICAGO COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

College Scholarship Program Funder: Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness Geographic Scope: Chicago and suburban Illinois schools; nationwide for DREAMers and CCH participants Award Amount: $2,500…

KESSLER FAMILY FOUNDATION · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

College Scholarship Program Overview: The Federation's College Scholarship program is an important resource for students attending college or university for undergraduate or graduate studies.…

$1,500 per year for up to four years
NORTHTOWN HOUSING FINANCE CORPORATION · February 28, 2027 · Annual Foundation

College Scholarship Program Overview: NHDC provides college scholarships for students who have demonstrated exceptional community service and leadership and who desire to attend college. Award…

THE GERALD S AND MIRIAM M FRIEDKIN · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

College Scholarship Program Overview: The Federation's College Scholarship program is an important resource for students attending a college or university for undergraduate or graduate studies.…

OFALLON HIGH SCHOOL ENDOWMENT FUND LTD · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

College Scholarships Funder: OTHS Endowment Fund Ltd (O'Fallon Township High School) Geographic Scope: O'Fallon Township High School, O'Fallon, Illinois Purpose: Provide financial support to OTHS…

$500 - $3,000
JEWISH FOUNDATION OF GREATER NEW · June 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

College Scholarships Overview: The Jewish Foundation offers needs-based and needs-blind scholarships for high school seniors from Jewish households. Geographic Scope: Greater New Haven area,…

AMERICAN FEDERATION OF POLICE AND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

College Scholarships Organization: American Federation of Police & Concerned Citizens (AFP&CC), a program of the United States Law Enforcement Foundation, Inc. Geographic Scope: Nationwide (United…

$10,000 - $20,000
MIKE EVANS FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

College Scholarships Funder: Mike Evans Family Foundation Inc (FL, US) Mission: Award annual college scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are hardworking and well-rounded but may not…

THE FOUNDATION FOR TIGARD TUALATIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

College Scholarships Geographic Scope: Tigard-Tualatin School District (TTSD), Oregon Overview: The Foundation for Tigard Tualatin Schools offers college scholarships to support students pursuing…

STRATTON MOUNTAIN & VALLEY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

College Scholarships Funder: Stratton Mountain & Valley Community Benefit Foundation Geographic Scope: Southern Vermont Program Description: Scholarships for graduating seniors pursuing college…

Over $100,000 total across 60 scholarships; individual awards vary
FORT OSAGE RESOURCES CHAMPION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

College Scholarships Overview: The Fort Osage Education Foundation's local scholarship program is dedicated to supporting Fort Osage students in achieving their academic and career goals. The program…

Over $290,000 distributed in 2025; $107,000 for Eaton Fire-affected students; historically distributed to 40+ Summer Enrichment students plus 40+ college-bound seniors
PASADENA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

College Scholarships Overview: The Pasadena Educational Foundation administers a variety of college scholarships to recognize achievements, accomplishments, talents, and financial needs of PUSD…

$1,000 - $1,800 (doubled for Catholic colleges/universities)
CATHOLIC UNION OF TEXAS THE KJT · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

College Scholarships Funder: Catholic Union of Texas, The KJT and KJT Memorial Foundation Geographic Scope: Texas (US) Overview: KJT offers $30,000 in scholarships for college students. If the…

$250 - $6,000
EPILEPSY SOCIETY OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY · December 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

College Scholarships The Epilepsy Foundation of San Diego County provides scholarships to college undergraduates affected by epilepsy or involved in epilepsy research. Award Details - Award Range:…

Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

College Scholarships Funder: Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma Inc Geographic Scope: Archdiocese of Oklahoma City and broader Oklahoma Purpose: Support Catholic students pursuing higher education…

$10,000 total ($1,000 each for ten awards)
SUPERIOR CHOICE CREDIT UNION · April 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

College Scholarships - Different is Better Funder: Superior Choice Credit Union (Wisconsin, US) Overview: SCCU offers $10,000 in scholarships ($1,000 each for ten awards) to high school and college…

ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

College Scholarships - Arizona Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Arizona and nationwide (for Arizona students) Eligibility: Arizona students pursuing higher education at a wide range 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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