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 federal and 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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What grants for education are open right now?

Approximately US $24,999
Omaha Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Creche Childhood Education Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Omaha Community Foundation Amount: Approximately US $24,999 Last Updated: May 31, 2025 Summary The Creche Childhood Education Fund Grant,…

NEW SCHOOLS FOR ALABAMA · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Credit Enhancement Grant Overview: A substantial grant from the U.S. Department of Education awarded to New Schools for Alabama to address the critical challenge of affordable facilities access for…

$2,000 per award (5 scholarships total)
CREDIT UNION WEST · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Credit Union West Scholarship Program Overview: The Credit Union West Scholarship Program awards five $2,000 scholarships annually to Arizona high school seniors pursuing their educational goals.…

COUNCIL ON REGIONAL ECONOMIC EXP & · Rolling / Open Foundation

CREEED Education Grants Funder: Council on Regional Economic Expansion & Entrepreneurship Development (CREEED) Geographic Scope: El Paso, Texas Purpose: CREEED provides grants to support innovative…

CRESAP FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cresap Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cresap Family Foundation Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Cresap Family Foundation Grant supports charities in Central and Northeast…

CRESSEY - FMLY CHARITABLE TR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About the Foundation The Cressey Family Charitable Trust was established in 2006 by John P. Cressey. Mr. Cressey was a resident of Eugene, Oregon until his death in 2006. He did not have a…

Approximately US $15,000
CRESTLEA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crestlea Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crestlea Foundation Amount: Approximately US $15,000 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Crestlea Foundation Grant supports nonprofit…

COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF TEXAS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

CREW in the Community Education Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Communities Foundation of Texas Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The CREW in the Community…

CRIME PREVENTION FUND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Crime Prevention Fund Scholarship Program Overview: The CPF Scholarship Program provides financial support to high school graduates to help them begin their continuing education journey. Background:…

NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northeastern University Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program, sponsored by the U.S.…

COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crommelin-Armiger Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: More than US $3,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary Overview Crommelin-Armiger Scholarship Fund…

NOBLE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cromwell High School Alumni Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Noble County Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Cromwell High School Alumni…

NOBLE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cromwell-Kimmell Lions Club Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Noble County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Cromwell-Kimmell Lions Club Fund,…

$70,000+ awarded annually across 40+ scholarships
CROOK COUNTY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Crook County Foundation Scholarships Funder: Crook County Foundation Total Annual Awards: Over $70,000 across 40+ individual scholarships Geographic Scope: Crook County, Oregon and surrounding areas…

CROSS CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cross Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cross Charitable Foundation Inc Last Updated: August 01, 2025 Summary The Cross Charitable Foundation Grant provides support to organizations…

U.S. National Science Foundation · Rolling / Open Federal

Crosscutting Activities in Materials Research Crosscutting Activities in Materials Research (XC) coordinates and supports crosscutting activities within the Division of Materials Research (DMR) and…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crossman-Whitney-Griffin Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The Crossman-Whitney-Griffin Scholarship, offered by Montana State…

LEGACY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Crossroads Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy Foundation: Lake County's Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 01, 2026 Summary Overview About…

$1,000 ($500/semester for two years)
CROSSWORD CAFE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CrossWord Cafe Scholarship Overview: The CrossWord Cafe is proud to announce the CrossWord Cafe Scholarship for a current graduate. Award Amount: $1,000 total ($500 per semester) Duration: Two years…

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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