Grants for Education

Last updated June 24, 2026

There are currently 15,374 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

15,374 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily

What grants for education are open right now?

Varies by project (recent grants: $250 - $3,000)
MIDWEST ELECTRIC INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Connection Fund Overview: A voluntary charitable program administered by Midwest Electric, Inc. that distributes funds to west-central Ohio charities and community projects. Background:…

Up to $1.3 million (distributed across multiple nonprofit awards)
PHOENIX COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Community Development Fund - Nonprofit Grants Overview: A partnership between the Phoenix Community Development & Investment Corporation (PCDIC) and the Phoenix IDA to award grants to nonprofits…

HILL COUNTRY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Development Scholarship Geographic Scope: Burnet, Texas Eligible Recipients: - Former HCCF scholarship recipients - Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree - Demonstrated desire to return to…

Dept of Education · Rolling / Open State

State funding for community education programs in Kentucky school districts. Award notifications available from FY2018 through FY2026.

ROANE COUNTY UNITED WAY INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Community Enhancement Grant Funder: Roane County United Way Inc (TN, US) Geographic Scope: Roane County, Tennessee Mission Alignment: RCUW mobilizes the caring power of our community to create…

Varies (example: $3,000+ available)
CARING COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Enhancement Grant (Community Fund) Funder: Caring Community Foundation (CCF) Purpose: Support community enhancement projects engaged in education, healthcare, the arts, and/or community…

OUTER BANKS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

Community Enrichment Grants Funder: Outer Banks Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Dare County and all Outer Banks communities, from Corolla to Ocracoke Island Focus Areas: - Arts & culture -…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _We review and decline / award sponsorship requests on a first come, first serve basis beginning each fiscal year start of April 1, so the earlier you apply, the better! Once a request has…

GRAND RAPIDS AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation Annual Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation Last Updated: October 09, 2025 Summary The Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation, established in…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER BUFFALO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation Competitive Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo Amount: US $18,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Community Foundation…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR PALM BEACH AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation Endowed Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation…

Community Foundation for Dickson County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation for Dickson County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Dickson County Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Community Foundation for…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR OAK PARK · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation for Oak Park Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Oak Park Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation for Oak Park…

FOUNDATION FOR APPALACHIAN OHIO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation For Perry County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: July 31, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation for Perry…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF BURKE COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation Grants - Patton/Cornwell Fund Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Burke County Amount: US $5,246 Last Updated: July 02, 2025 Summary The Patton/Cornwell Fund, part of…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR SOUTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation Library Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for South Central New York Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The 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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