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.

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PERMIAN BASIN AREA FOUNDATION · October 1, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Community Grants Program Funder: Permian Basin Area Foundation Geographic Scope: West Texas, Permian Basin, and Trans-Pecos region Overview: The Permian Basin Area Foundation manages two community…

The Rotary Club of Sebastopol · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Grants Program Status: NOT AVAILABLE IN 2026 Overview: The Sebastopol Rotary Club invests in local communities by providing grants to benefit organizations in West Sonoma County. "We are…

SPIRIT OF CONSTRUCTION FOUNDATION OF · February 13, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Community Grants Program Organization: Spirit of Construction Foundation Outreach Committee Geographic Scope: Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Southeastern Indiana regions Focus Areas:…

Mammoth Mountain Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Semi-annual Foundation

Community Grants Program Funder: Mammoth Mountain Community Foundation Inc (MMCF) Geographic Scope: Eastern Sierra Corridor (Mammoth Lakes and surrounding communities including Inyo County, Mono…

Varies by award
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MUNCIE · July 3, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Community Grants Program Overview: The Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County awards Community Grants to nonprofit organizations serving Muncie and Delaware County. Grants are awarded to…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Grants Program: East Hawaii Fund Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: July 11, 2025 Summary The Community Grants Program: East Hawaii…

THE SEABURY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Grants: Benzie County Status: ACTIVE Funder: Seabury Foundation Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Seabury Foundation's Community Grants program supports 501(c)(3) organizations in…

THE SEABURY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Grants: Chicago Status: ACTIVE Funder: Seabury Foundation Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Seabury Foundation's Community Grants in Chicago support 501(c)(3) organizations…

GOGEBIC RANGE HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Health Grants Geographic Scope: Gogebic County, MI and Iron County, WI Mission: The Gogebic Range Health Foundation advances community health across the Gogebic Range through investing in…

St Luke's Health Foundation Ltd · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Health Improvement Fund Grants: Magic Valley Status: ACTIVE Funder: Saint Luke's Health Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Community Health…

Full tuition coverage for nursing and radiologic technology programs
JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER PRESCOTT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Healthcare Scholarship Funder: Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Prescott (in partnership with Yavapai College Foundation and community partners) Program Overview A lucrative…

UNITED WAY OF CHESTER COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact & Innovation Grants Organization: Chester County United Way Geographic Scope: Chester County, Pennsylvania Focus Areas: - Education - Financial independence - Health - Support for…

Horizon Community Funds of Northern · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Fund Overview: Horizon Community Funds' primary grantmaking vehicle that awards funds to nonprofits serving Northern Kentucky with an emphasis on innovation, acceleration, and…

NEW BREMEN FOUNDATION INC · June 30, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Community Impact Fund Status: Active Geographic Scope: New Bremen, Ohio area and surrounding communities Focus Areas: - Arts - Civic engagement - Education - Environment - Health and human services…

$2.1 million (total 2020-21 awards)
UNITED WAY OF NORTH CENTRAL NEW · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Fund Status: Active annual grant program Geographic Scope: Bernalillo, Sandoval, Torrance, and Valencia counties Focus Areas: - Family stability and improving education - Building…

UNITED WAY OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY INC · December 9, 2026 · Biennial Foundation

Community Impact Fund - Education Programs Funder: United Way of Indian River County (UWIRC) Geographic Scope: Indian River County, Florida Status: Actively accepting proposals Funding Cycle:…

UNITED WAY FOR CORTLAND COUNTY INC · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Funding 2026 Grant Funder: United Way for Cortland County (UWCC) Overview: UWCC awards Community Impact Funding grants to support vital Cortland County programs that strengthen…

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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