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.

15,931 grants
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HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cora Aguda Manayan Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The Cora Aguda Manayan Fund, established by Dr. Cora Manayan, aims to support…

CORAL BAY COMMUNITY COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Coral Bay Yacht Club Scholarship Contest Funder: Coral Bay Yacht Club (CBYC) Overview: The Coral Bay Yacht Club is committed to supporting children of St. John and has raised funds through the annual…

The Alaska Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cordova Community Foundation Competitive Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Alaska Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: October 02, 2025 Summary The Cordova Community Foundation…

Varies by year (e.g., $100,000 total distributed annually)
IOWA WOMEN'S FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Core Grants Funder: Iowa Women's Foundation Geographic Scope: Iowa (statewide) Focus Areas: Programs addressing six identified barriers to women and girls' economic self-sufficiency: - Employment -…

$6,747 per recipient (2021-22); endowment $68,000+
CHILDREN'S WELL-BEING LEAGUE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

CORE Scholarship Overview: A scholarship established in May 2015 through partnership with other community donors to support local students who begin their education at Asheville-Buncombe Technical…

HUTTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Core/General Operating Support: Cycle II Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hutton Foundation A Delaware Corp Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: May 01, 2025 Summary The Hutton Parker…

$10,000 (Two $5,000 scholarships)
YELLOWSTONE CLUB COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · March 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Corey C. Griffin Scholarship Overview: Two $5,000 scholarships awarded annually to high school seniors to help offset the cost of post-secondary education. The scholarship honors Corey C. Griffin,…

QUAD CITIES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Corky Kress Golf Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Quad Cities Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: August 28, 2025 Summary The Corky Kress Golf Scholarship, administered…

THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Corley and Melodie Thomas Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary The Corley and Melodie Thomas Scholarship Fund,…

Up to $1,000 per semester
NATIONAL SOCIETY COLONIAL DAMES XVII · July 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Cornelia H. Williamson Scholarship Focus: American history education for undergraduate students Award Amount: Up to $1,000 per semester Geographic Scope: United States Eligibility: - Junior or senior…

CORNELIA T BAILEY CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation - General Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Tr Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation offers general grants aimed…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cornelius and Mary Jane York Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 02, 2025 Summary The Cornelius and…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cornelius R. Collignon Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Amount: US $2,170 Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Cornelius R. Collignon Family…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cornelius, Diane; Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $350 Last Updated: October 24, 2025 Summary The Cornelius, Diane Scholarship, established by the…

THE TEAGLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cornerstone: Learning for Living- Planning Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Teagle Foundation Incorporated Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary The Cornerstone: Learning…

Corning Incorporated Community Impact & Investment Philanthropy · Rolling / Open Foundation

Corning Nonprofit Grants (also called Direct Grant) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Corning Incorporated Community Impact & Investment Philanthropy Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Corning Nonprofit…

RIVERSIDE COUNTY OFFICE OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Corona-Norco USD Student of the Year Scholarship Funder: Riverside County Office of Education, in partnership with Corona-Norco Unified School District (CNUSD) and Corona-Norco Council Parent Teacher…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FOX · Rolling / Open Foundation

Coronado Dental Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley…

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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