Grants for Education

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Last updated September 2, 2026

There are currently 15,168 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	Yann Weymouth Scholarship	Aia Foundation	Rolling	$5K
Foundation	Community Foundation of South Alabama: Arts and Culture Competitive Grant Cycle	The Community Foundation of South	Rolling	$5K – $15K
Foundation	Hill Country Performing Arts Scholarship Grant	The Community Foundation of the Texas	Rolling	$3K
Foundation	P.E.O. Chapter DS Scholarship Grant	Grand Haven Area Community	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	VFCCE-Walmart Workforce Certification Exam Scholarship	Jsargeant Reynolds Community College	Rolling	Up to $200
Foundation	Mark Jaffe Entrepreneurial Spirit Scholarship	The Tamarack Tower Foundation of the Port Chester-Rye UFSD Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Rick Simmons Scholarship Grant	Beatrice Educational Foundation	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	Build North Central Indiana Scholarship Grant	Marshall County Community	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Alfred P. Sloan Foundation: Scientific Collaboration Grant (< $250k)	Alfred P Sloan Foundation	Rolling	Up to $250K
Foundation	Logan County Charitable & Educational Foundation Grants	Logan County Charitable & Educational Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Engaged Learning Fund (ELF)	Gustavus Adolphus College	Rolling	Up to $2K
State	OTHER – Building Communities Regional Human Services and Educational Facilities Grants	Vermont Buildings and General Services	Rolling	Up to $2.5M
Foundation	Vision Financial Federal Scholarship Fund Grant	Carolinas Credit Union Foundation	Rolling	$1K
Foundation	Alma and August Mendosa Scholarship Fund Grant	Community Foundation of Mendocino County	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Black History Month Youth Leader Award	Bears Care	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Hawai'i Pizza Hut Scholarship Fund Grant	Hawaii Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Blake W. Morstad Memorial Scholarship Grant	Montana State University	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	George and Harriet Korellis Scholarship Grant	Legacy Foundation Inc	Rolling	$3K – $5K
Foundation	Carlson Family Educational Foundation Fund Grant	Greater Kansas City Community Foundation	Rolling	$5K
Foundation	Atwood Foundation Grant	Atwood Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	College of Business Scholarship Grant	Montana State University	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Chintimini Fund Grant	The Oregon Community Foundation	Rolling	$3K – $7K
Foundation	Jacquie Porter Scholarship for Aspiring Early Childhood Teachers in Austin ISD Grant	Austin Community Foundation Inc	Rolling	$5K
Foundation	Edmund Worthy Memorial Scholarship	Ace Mentor Program of America Inc	Rolling	Varies

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About 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.

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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