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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COLONEL STANLEY R MCNEIL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Colonel Stanley R. McNeil Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colonel Stanley R. McNeil Foundation Last Updated: April 20, 2025 Summary The Colonel Stanley R. McNeil Foundation Grant, established…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR PALM BEACH AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

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

THINK 360 ARTS FOR LEARNING · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Colorado Arts Partnership (CAP) Grants Program Status: Superseded/Evolved into Equity in Arts Learning for Colorado Youth (EAL) Grant; original CAP program cycle information is from 2022-2023…

COLORADO CHILDREN'S CAMPAIGN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Colorado Educator Loan Forgiveness Program Status: Active Geographic Scope: Colorado Focus Areas: Education, workforce development Overview: Provides loan forgiveness for qualified Colorado educators…

WEST SLOPE COLORADO OIL & GAS · May 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Colorado Energy Scholar Award Series Status: Active for 2025-2026 school year Geographic Scope: Colorado (priority for Western Slope students) Focus Areas: Energy industry careers in Western…

Adams 14 Education Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Colorado Mesa University Scholarship Award Amount: $20,000 (paid out over four years) Description: Partnership between Colorado Mesa University and the Adams 14 Education Foundation Eligibility:…

Up to $250,000 (total annual allocation)
Vail Valley Cares · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Colorado Mountain College Scholarships Funder: Vail Valley Cares Thrifty Shop Award Amount: $250,000 annually in scholarships Recipient Institution: Colorado Mountain College Overview: Vail Valley…

COLORADO MOUNTAIN COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Colorado Responsiveness Grant (CRP) Award Amount: $3,500 - $4,000 per year Purpose: Provides funding for Colorado residents with high financial need Eligibility: - Residency: Colorado residents -…

ARAPAHOE COMMUNITY COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Colorado Student Grant (CSG) Type: Need-based grant funded by the State of Colorado Geographic Scope: Colorado residents only Eligibility Requirements - Complete the FAFSA - Demonstrate financial…

Columbia Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Columbia Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Columbia Community Foundation Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The Columbia Community Foundation Grant aims…

Columbia Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Columbia Community Foundation Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Columbia Community Foundation Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary Overview Columbia Community Foundation Our Mission To serve…

Innovia Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Columbia County Children's Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Innovia Foundation Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: June 04, 2025 Summary The Columbia County Children's Fund Grant, administered by…

THE DENVER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Columbine Memorial Scholarship – Students Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Denver Foundation Amount: Approximately US $2,200 Last Updated: April 16, 2025 Summary The Columbine Memorial Scholarship…

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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