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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National Partnership for Student Success · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Collaboration Challenge Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Partnership for Student Success Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary Overview Community…

Full tuition for up to 3 years
VIRGINIA WESTERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community College Access Program (CCAP) Overview: Virginia Western's Community College Access Program (CCAP) is a series of public/private partnerships designed to make college available tuition-free…

Nebraska's Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community College Gap Assistance Program (NE) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nebraska's Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The Community College…

EDUCATION DESIGN LAB · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community College Growth Engine Fellows Program Program Acronym: CCGE Fellows Funder: Walmart (provides foundational funding) Program Status: Active. 2025 Cohort and 2024 Cohort listed with fellows…

New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community College Opportunity Grant (NJ) Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority Last Updated: February 27, 2026 Summary The Community College Opportunity…

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…

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…

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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