Community Grants Geographic Scope: Cottage Grove area, Oregon Overview: The Cottage Grove Community Foundation awards grants to non-profit and school-based organizations helping children, families,…
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.
Community Grants Funder: United Way of Benton & Franklin Counties Geographic Scope: Benton & Franklin Counties, Washington Mission: United Way of Benton and Franklin Counties collaborates to support…
Community Grants Funder: Taos Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Taos and western Colfax Counties, New Mexico Overview: The Taos Community Foundation awards annual community grants to local…
Capital Grant Overview: One-time investment in the growth or expansion of a partner organization to meet a specific need. Supports construction, renovation, land purchase, or other capital projects…
Catalyst Grant Overview: Supports new nonprofits with organizational development or the building out of a specific program. Catalyst Grants also support existing nonprofit organizations to launch new…
Partnership Grant Overview: Support for projects, services, and capital requests with well-established partners. A direct relationship with the organization allows for a sustained funding…
Community Grants Program Funder: Manatee Community Foundation Program Type: Competitive grant process for local nonprofits Geographic Scope: Manatee County, Florida Focus Areas: - Human services -…
Community Grants Overview: JewishColumbus funds grants in multiple categories through the Community Impact Committee (CIC). Grants are funded by endowments and special purpose funds held at the…
Wood River Community Centennial Foundation - Community Grants Organization: Wood River Community Centennial Foundation (WRCCF) Geographic Scope: Wood River, Nebraska area Overview: The Wood River…
Armstrong County Community Foundation Grants Geographic Scope: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania Funding Priorities: The Foundation makes grants in the following areas: Arts & Culture Includes the…
Community Grants Overview: Grants for local nonprofit organizations, considered by the Community Impact Committee (CIC). These grants fund new programs and those funded by designated resources. Focus…
Community Grants for Educational Success Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hampton Roads Community Foundation Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The Community Grants for Educational Success aim to enhance…
Community Grants Program Organization: Ocean Reef Community Foundation Inc (FL, US) Overview: The Ocean Reef Community Foundation's annual Community Grants Program provides substantial funding to…
Community Grants Program Funder: Rotary Club of Fresno and Fresno Rotary Foundation Geographic Scope: Greater Fresno area and projects that primarily benefit Fresno residents Eligibility: -…
Community Grants Program Overview: The Telluride Foundation's Community Grants program is one of its fundamental programs, supporting the vibrancy of the community as well as core safety net…
Community Grants Program Funder: Cumberland Community Foundation Inc (NC, US) Geographic Scope: Cumberland County, North Carolina Overview: CCF's unrestricted and field-of-interest endowment funds…
Community Grants Program Geographic Scope: South Berrien and Cass Counties, Michigan Overview: The Michigan Gateway Community Foundation awards competitive grants to nonprofit organizations and…
Community Grants Program Status: Active annual program Geographic Scope: Greater Miami, Miami-Dade County Overview: The Miami Foundation's Community Grants program invests in local nonprofit…
Community Grants Program Funder: Oregon Medical Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Oregon Focus Areas: - Medical mentorship programs - Public health education - Programs reaching prospective DO,…
Community Grants Program Overview: The Community Grants Program provides flexible funding to organizations working to strengthen New Hanover County. Nonprofit and community-serving organizations can…
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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