Grants for Education

Last updated June 25, 2026

There are currently 15,370 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

15,370 grants
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Updated daily

What grants for education are open right now?

Up to $5,000 (Community Investment); Up to $2,500 (Education grants)
BATON ROUGE AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Cox Charities Fund Overview: The Cox Charities "give where you live" program empowers Cox employees to support local schools and nonprofits in their communities. Every dollar donated to the program…

BATON ROUGE AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cox Charities Fund Community Investment Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Baton Rouge Area Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The Cox Charities Fund Community…

BATON ROUGE AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cox Charities Fund Grants for Educators Status: ACTIVE Funder: Baton Rouge Area Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: August 23, 2025 Summary The Cox Charities Fund Grants for Educators,…

US $1,000 - US $10,000
ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cox Charities Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: June 03, 2025 Summary Cox Charities invites Arizona nonprofits to apply for…

UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cox Enterprises Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Negro College Fund Inc Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary Overview Cox Enterprises Scholarship…

Greater Salina Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Coyne Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary Overview Greater Salina Community Foundation Our mission is to build…

Maryland Association of Certified Public · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

CPA Exam Review Scholarship Funder: MACPA Foundation (Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants) Geographic Scope: Maryland Focus Area: CPA Exam preparation resources and study materials…

Maryland Association of Certified Public · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

CPA Exam Scholarship (Exam Fee Reimbursement) Funder: MACPA Foundation (Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants) Geographic Scope: Maryland Focus Area: Financial assistance for CPA Exam…

CROWN POINT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

CPCF Women’s Giving Circle Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crown Point Community Foundation Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The CPCF Women’s Giving Circle Scholarship, established by…

PEYTON WALKER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

CPR & AED Equipment Lending Program Funder: Peyton Walker Foundation (PA, US) Overview: A program designed to make lifesaving CPR and AED training education accessible and impactful to schools,…

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS · Rolling / Open Foundation

CPTI Visiting Professorship - Food Security Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Academy Of Pediatrics Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: July 16, 2025 Summary The CPTI Visiting Professorship -…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Craig A. Steffen Paraclete Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Craig A. Steffen Paraclete Scholarship supports…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Craig and Ellen Langel Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 07, 2025 Summary The Craig and Ellen Langel Family Scholarship at Montana State…

EDUCATIONAL THEATRE ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Craig Zadan Pathway for Equity in the Arts Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Educational Theatre Association Foundation Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The Craig Zadan Pathway…

THE CRAIL-JOHNSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crail-Johnson Foundation - Education Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crail-Johnson Foundation Last Updated: October 28, 2024 Summary The Crail-Johnson Foundation focuses on enhancing the lives of…

THE CRAIL-JOHNSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crail-Johnson Foundation - Human Services Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crail-Johnson Foundation Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Crail-Johnson Foundation primarily supports nonprofit…

Up to US $5,000
Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crain Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Silicon Valley Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 03, 2026 Summary The Crain Scholarship, established in 1987 in memory…

CRANE FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crane Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crane Family Foundation Inc. Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Crane Family Foundation Grant supports Jewish education and violence…

Summit Bank Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Craneway Scholarship Fund Geographic Scope: High school seniors in San Francisco Bay Area Award Type: One-year scholarship Eligibility: - High school senior - Demonstrated contributions and…

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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