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
Federal/ Foundation
Updated daily
Varies (part of $1.4+ million annual pool)
LOWER MANHATTAN CULTURAL COUNCIL INC · September 10, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Creative Learning Grant Program Overview: Manhattan Arts Grant program for artists and organizations providing educational and learning-focused artistic projects for Manhattan communities. Geographic…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
Washington State Arts Commission · Rolling / Open Foundation

Creative Start Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington State Arts Commission Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Creative Start Project Grant provides…

Golden Tornado Scholastic Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Creative Teacher Grants Overview: Taking education beyond the classroom Award Amount: Up to $30,000 is awarded each year for educational Creative Teaching Grants. Focus: The Creative Teaching Grant…

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 scholarship (10 essay-based + 2 video-based = $24,000 total)
THE CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION OF MD & DC · Closed · Annual Foundation

Credit Union College Scholarship Overview: Essay-based and video-based college scholarships for credit union members. The CU Foundation MD|DC offers college and trade school scholarships to help…

$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…

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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