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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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHEAST · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan (CFNEM) Geographic Scope: Northeast Michigan Overview: Community Impact Grants support projects that make a positive…

Up to $10,000 per agency
UNITED WAY OF MATANUSKA-SUSITNA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of Matanuska-Susitna (UWMS) Geographic Scope: Mat-Su Borough, Alaska Overview UWMS provides support for programs and services in the Mat-Su valley that…

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

Community Impact Grants Funder: United Way of Windham County Inc (VT, US) Geographic Scope: Windham County, Vermont Program Type: One year program grants Focus Areas: Programs that align with UWWC's…

Texas Capital Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Impact Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Capital Foundation Last Updated: November 17, 2025 Summary The Community Impact Grants, offered by the Texas Capital Bank Foundation, are aimed at…

UNITED WAY OF RUTLAND COUNTY INC · May 16, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants - Rutland County Funder: United Way of Rutland County Inc Overview: United Way of Rutland County raises funds on an annual cycle to invest into programs that help address the…

1889 FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: 1889 Foundation in partnership with United Way of the Southern Alleghenies Geographic Scope: Cambria and Somerset Counties, Pennsylvania Program Status: Active (1889…

Columbus Jewish Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Grants Funder: Columbus Jewish Foundation (partner of JewishColumbus) Geographic Scope: Columbus, Ohio area and Israel/Overseas Program Overview: The Community Impact Committee (CIC)…

UNITED WAY OF AROOSTOOK · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Investment Fund Funder: United Way of Aroostook Geographic Scope: Aroostook County, Maine Overview: Annual grant program where nonprofits in Aroostook County apply for funding…

Jackson Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Jackson Community Foundation's Grant Committee prioritizes funding for programs, services, and systems change initiatives that provide opportunities for learning, action, and advocacy…

Nearly $700,000 total (since 2004)
TRAVIS CREDIT UNION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Impact Scholarship Program Organization: Travis Credit Union Purpose: Educational scholarship program supporting students in the Travis Credit Union service area Award Amount: Approximately…

Greater Salina Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Impact: L.P. “Pat” Mullen Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The L.P. “Pat” Mullen Fund, established by the Greater…

ADA REGIONAL UNITED WAY INC · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Community Investment Allocation Funder: Ada Regional United Way Inc (OK, US) Geographic Scope: Pontotoc County and zip codes 74849 and 74872. For multi-county agencies, services must be provided in…

TRI-COUNTY UNITED WAY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Investment Fund Status: Active, ongoing annual allocations Geographic Scope: Warren, Washington, and Northern Saratoga Counties, NY Mission: Support diverse community service organizations…

FREEPORT MCMORAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Community Investment Fund - Ft. Madison (IA) Freeport-McMoRan's group-wide guiding philosophy for its community development activities is Transforming Tomorrow Together. This philosophy…

FREEPORT MCMORAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Investment Fund - Grant County (NM) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Freeport-Mcmoran Copper & Gold Foundation Amount: Up to US $90,250 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary Overview Community…

FREEPORT MCMORAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Investment Fund - Greenlee County (AZ) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Freeport-Mcmoran Copper & Gold Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: May 15, 2025 Summary The Community…

$15,000 - $25,000 (Spartanburg County); No minimum/maximum for Cherokee and Union Counties
UNITED WAY OF THE PIEDMONT INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Investment Funding Program 2026-2028 Funder: United Way of the Piedmont Status: The 2026-2028 funding process is now closed. Geographic Scope: Cherokee, Spartanburg, and Union counties in…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHERN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Investment Funds Overview: The Community Investment Funds are the signature grant cycle managed by the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia in which funds are invested in…

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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