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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THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Competitive Grant Cycle Overview: The Community Foundation awards grants to nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and government agencies serving the Dan River Region to improve the lives of people and…

THE SPRINGFIELD FOUNDATION · August 10, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Competitive Grant Cycle Funder: The Springfield Foundation Geographic Scope: Clark County, Ohio Program Status: Active Overview The Springfield Foundation awards competitive grants from a variety of…

Kentucky Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grant- FY26 Community Education RFA Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kentucky Department of Education Amount: US $20,000 Last Updated: October 30, 2025 Summary The Competitive Grant for FY26…

AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Quarterly Foundation

Competitive Grants Funder: Akron Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Summit County, Ohio and Greater Akron area Focus Areas: - Arts & Culture - Civic Affairs - Health & Human Services - Education…

$1,500 - $20,000
BRANFORD COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · March 13, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Competitive Grants Overview: An annual process to review and support organizations and programs that serve the Branford Community. This is the primary funding opportunity through which most of BCF's…

EL POMAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: El Pomar Foundation Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Summary El Pomar Foundation offers competitive grants on a rolling basis, reviewed four to six times a…

Varies (examples: $2,500 - $20,000 per organization)
UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Competitive Grants Program Organization: United Way of Northwest Louisiana (UWNWLA) Geographic Scope: 10-parish region of Northwest Louisiana including Caddo, Bossier, Webster, Bienville, Claiborne,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH LOUISIANA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Competitive Grants- Primary Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of North Louisiana Last Updated: July 13, 2025 Summary The Community Foundation of North Louisiana offers…

CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OF MICHIGAN · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Competitive Impact Grants Status: Active, 2026 cycle opens June 1, 2026 Geographic Scope: Michigan, primarily serving the Archdiocese of Detroit and surrounding areas Focus Areas: The Catholic…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR OCEANA COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Complete Your Degree & Adult Student Scholarships Funder: Community Foundation for Oceana County Geographic Scope: Oceana County, Michigan Purpose: Support for adult learners and non-traditional…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Computer Science Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 07, 2025 Summary The Computer Science Scholarship at Montana State University supports…

Up to $100 per academic year
THE TRUSTEES OF THE SMITH COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Concentrations Fund Funder: The Trustees of the Smith College Purpose: Supports concentrators with funding needs that directly relate to their concentration. Eligible Expenses: - Materials -…

CONCRETE ADVANCEMENT FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Applicants may submit a conceptual research or education proposal (see LOI deadline above) to gauge the interest of the Foundation for potential funding. If there is sufficient…

Minnesota Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Concurrent Enrollment Introduction to Teaching Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Education Amount: US $500,000 Last Updated: October 08, 2025 Summary The Minnesota Department of…

ADAMS STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Concurrent Enrollment Teaching Initiative Funder: Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) via Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative Award Amount: $100,000 total grant Geographic Scope:…

Carl Albert State College Development Fo · October 25, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Concurrent Scholarship Application Overview: Scholarship application open to eastern Oklahoma area high school juniors and seniors attending CASC. Eligibility: - Eastern Oklahoma area high school…

THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Condie Nursing Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: February 09, 2026 Summary Overview The Pittsburgh Foundation Established in 1945,…

CHAUTAUQUA REGION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Conewango Valley Kennel Club Scholarship Status: Active Geographic Scope: Chautauqua County and Randolph Central School District Focus Areas: Animal science and agricultural education Eligibility: -…

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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