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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UNITED WAY GALVESTON COUNTY MAINLAND INC · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grant Funder: United Way Galveston County Mainland (TX, US) Overview: Competitive program funding for nonprofit partner organizations addressing community needs in health, education,…

NORTH VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Impact Grant - The Hignell Companies Foundation Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Valley Community Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $2,500 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The Community…

GRAND HAVEN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Impact Grant Program Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation (GHACF) Geographic Scope: Northern Ottawa County, Michigan (Tri-Cities area including Grand Haven, Spring Lake,…

GRAND HAVEN AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Impact Grant Program Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation (GHACF) Geographic Scope: Northern Ottawa County, Michigan (Tri-Cities area including Grand Haven, Spring Lake, and…

$448,000 total for 12 grants (2021-2023 cycle)
UNITED WAY OF SOUTH MISSISSIPPI · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

Community Impact Grants Overview: United Way of South Mississippi awards Community Impact Grants to nonprofits working in education, health, financial stability, and family services within their…

Minimum $5,000; not to exceed 20% of applicant's program services expenses
UNITED WAY OF NORTHEAST GEORGIA INC · June 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of Northeast Georgia Inc Geographic Scope: 12-county service area: Banks, Barrow, Clarke, Elbert, Franklin, Greene, Hart, Jackson, Madison, Morgan, Oconee,…

Approximately $200,000 total distributed annually
UNITED WAY OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of South Sarasota County Contact: - Address: 4242 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34293 - Phone: (941) 484-4811 - Email: office@uwssc.org Overview United Way…

THE UNITED WAY INC · October 5, 2026 · Biennial Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of Amarillo & Canyon Mission: Move individuals and families from surviving to thriving. Focus Areas Applicants can speak to any and all of the following…

UNITED WAY QUAD CITIES · January 13, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way Quad Cities Geographic Scope: Scott and Rock Island counties (Iowa/Illinois) Overview: United Way Quad Cities awards Community Impact Grants to nonprofits,…

THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHWESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Our review committee will evaluate all Initial Applications (see pre-proposal deadline) and recommend a select number to be invited to the Full Proposal stage._ United Way of…

$10,000 - $40,000
United Way of the Brazos Valley · February 14, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Overview: United Way of the Brazos Valley's Community Impact Grants invest in nonprofit organizations that provide programs and services aligned with three strategic priority…

SUFFOLK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: Suffolk Foundation Geographic Scope: Suffolk and Western Tidewater, Virginia Status: Active annual grant program Program Overview The Suffolk Foundation's primary…

UNITED WAY OF HENRY COUNTY · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Overview: Community Impact Grants are how United Way of Henry County (UWHCM) invests local contributions from their Annual Campaign to fight for education, financial security,…

United Way of Lake and Sumter Counties Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Impact Grants Overview United Way of Lake and Sumter Counties invests in local non-profit organizations whose services align with their three impact areas. The organization provides funds…

UNITED WAY OF NORTHERN NEW YORKINC · August 29, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of Northern New York Geographic Scope: Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence Counties, New York Program Description: United Way of Northern New York invests in…

UNITED WAY OF STORY COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of Story County Inc (IA, US) Geographic Scope: Story County, Iowa Focus Areas: - Health - Education - Financial security - Unanticipated, emerging, or…

UNITED WAY OF DESCHUTES COUNTY · May 16, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of Central Oregon Geographic Scope: Deschutes County, Central Oregon (Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson Counties) Focus Areas: - Health, education, prevention…

FREMONT AREA UNITED WAY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of Dodge and Washington Counties (Fremont Area United Way) Geographic Scope: Dodge and Washington Counties, Nebraska Framework for Funding: Together,…

MARION COUNTY HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: Marion County Healthcare Foundation (SC, US) Overview: The Marion County Healthcare Foundation awards Community Impact grants four times each calendar year to support…

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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