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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.
What grants for education are open right now?
Community Relations and Innovation (CRI) Fund Status: Active grant program (inaugural round completed in 2023) Geographic Scope: Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and Montana Eligibility: - Individual…
Community Response Grants Geographic Scope: Berlin, New Britain, Plainville, and Southington, Connecticut Focus Areas: - Arts, culture and heritage - Education - Health and human services Overview:…
Community Scholarships Purpose: Provides an avenue for local, community-based scholarships to be dispersed to students. Award Amount: Varies by scholarship Geographic Scope: Cartersville City…
Community Service Incentive (CSI) Scholarship Funder: Jolly Boys of Williamsville Overview: Since 1975, the Jolly Boys have awarded nearly half a million dollars in scholarships to selected high…
Community Service Scholarship Funder: Desert Financial Foundation Geographic Scope: Arizona Award Amount: $3,000 - $5,000 per recipient (30 high school seniors awarded $96,000 total in 2024) Focus…
Community Service Scholarship Funder: Desert Financial Foundation Geographic Scope: Arizona Focus Areas: Education; support for high school seniors who volunteer in their communities Eligibility -…
Community Services & Jewish Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Circle of Service Foundation Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Circle of Service Foundation offers grants to enhance…
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Scholarship Overview: Community Action of Southern Kentucky accepts applications each spring for annual CSBG Scholarships. There are $1,000 scholarships…
Community Support Awards Status: Active annual grant program Geographic Scope: Summerville and Tri-County area, South Carolina Mission Alignment: Second Chance Thrift Shop reinvests proceeds from…
Community Support: Community Ambassador Program (US and Outside the US) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: TE Connectivity Corporation Amount: US $1,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary…
Community Trust Fund Grants Organization: The League Club, Inc. (Naples, Florida) Status: Active grant program Geographic Scope: Collier and Lee Counties, Florida Focus Areas: - Education for…
Community Trust Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation Boulder County Amount: US $3,000 - US $9,000 Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Community Trust Grants, managed by the…
Community Values Scholarship Funder: UW Credit Union Background: Established in 2013, marking its 10-year anniversary in 2023. The scholarship has honored the volunteerism, activism, and mentorship…
Community Wellbeing Grants Purpose: Fund programs that are not directly focused on health, including education, scholarships, environmental impact, and other community service-related programs.…
CommunityShare Mini-Grants Overview: Powered by the Teacher Elevation Fund, CommunityShare Mini-Grants empower PreK–12 teachers in Southern Arizona to bring innovative, real-world learning…
Como Charitable Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Como Charitable Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 08, 2026 Summary The Como Charitable Foundation Grants support various programs in human…
Compass Society Grantmaking of Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: February 03, 2026…
Compassion Grant Program Target: Children and families in Southern California Mission: Provide direct financial assistance to meet urgent needs of children and families in the community Focus Areas:…
Competitive & Foundation-Initiated Grant Programs Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sonora Area Foundation Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Competitive & Foundation-Initiated Grant Programs by the…
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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