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 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.

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Wichita Falls Area Community · February 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Community Foundation Scholarship Program Overview: - WFACF is home to more than 50 Scholarship Funds - Universal Application allows students to apply for most eligible scholarships with only one…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELMIRA-CORNING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation: Keuka Area Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. Amount: US $500 - US $4,500 Last Updated: November 14, 2024…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF FREDERICK · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Foundation’s Rolling Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Frederick County Maryland Incorporated Amount: More than US $500 Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The…

ASSISTANCE LEAGUE OF SANTA BARBARA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Friends of Santa Barbara™ Scholarship Program Overview: The Community Friends of Santa Barbara™ scholarship program honors the dedication and service of local high school students by…

UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Fund Funder: United Way of Central Illinois Geographic Scope: Sangamon and Menard Counties, Illinois Overview: United Way's Community Fund is supported by the United Way Annual Campaign and…

Not to exceed $2,500
GREATER OLEAN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION DBA · October 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Community Fund Overview: The Community Fund is an unrestricted fund that makes grants responsive to the community's greatest needs. Geographic Scope: Cattaraugus County, NY Funding Cycles: Two annual…

Varies (approximately $350,000 annually distributed)
PORTER COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · August 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Community Fund Funder: Porter County Community Foundation Inc (PCCF) Geographic Scope: Porter County, Indiana Focus Areas: - Youth programs - Health and human services - Animal welfare - Arts and…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR MONTEREY COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Fund for Carmel Valley Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Monterey County Amount: US $1,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated: June 22, 2025 Summary The Community Fund for Carmel…

Up to US $25,000
CAMBRIDGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cambridge Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: October 20, 2025 Summary The Community Fund Grants by the Cambridge Community…

Four Way Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Fund Grants Funder: Four Way Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Josephine County and surrounding areas in Oregon (target service area) Overview: The Four Way Community Foundation awards…

Varies by grant cycle (e.g., Spring 2023: $107,981 total awarded)
MARSHALL COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Community Fund Grants Overview: The most flexible and responsive of the Marshall County Community Foundation's funds for addressing current and emerging needs in Marshall County. Geographic Scope:…

NORTHERN INDIANA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Fund Grants (Fulton County Community Foundation) Award Amount: Varies; examples from 2017 range from $1,000 to $30,000 Impact Grants Geographic Scope: Fulton County, Indiana Focus Areas:…

Approximately US $16,000
AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Fund: Education Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Akron Community Foundation Amount: Approximately US $16,000 Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The Akron Community Foundation's Community…

HOT SPRINGS COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT · June 30, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Community General Request for Funds Organization: Hot Springs County Educational Endowment Foundation Purpose: Funding for educational purposes of organizations in Hot Springs County Geographic…

UNITED WAY OF KENOSHA COUNTY INC · October 21, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Gift Awards Program Funder: United Way of Kenosha County (UWKC) Purpose: Designed to expand the community investment work of United Way of Kenosha County by supporting one-time projects…

$10,000 - $15,000
THE SUMMIT LEAGUE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Giving Fund Funder: The Summit League (CA, US) Overview: The Summit League Community Giving Fund provides grants to support community organizations in the Silicon Valley and San Jose areas.…

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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