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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THE WELD TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cycle Grants Status: Active grant program offered by The Weld Trust Geographic Scope: Weld County, Colorado Focus Areas: Health and education initiatives aligned with six key funding initiatives: -…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cynthia A. Carano Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: November 02, 2025 Summary The Cynthia A. Carano…

HAMILTON COUNTY SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Cynthia Blakemore Servant Leader Scholarship Funder: Hamilton County Schools Foundation Geographic Scope: Hamilton County Schools, Tennessee Background: This scholarship was established to honor…

Community Foundation of Northern Nevada · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cynthia Chapman Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary Overview The monetary value…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cynthia Hendrix Nursing Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The Cynthia Hendrix Nursing Scholarship at Montana State University…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR PALM BEACH AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cynthia Wells Chick Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation for Palm…

FREEPORT MCMORAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Cyprus Tohono Corporation Four Year Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Freeport-Mcmoran Copper & Gold Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Cyprus Tohono Corporation Four Year…

CHAN ZUCKERBERG INITIATIVE ADVOCACY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview CZI Community Fund The CZI Community Fund supports non-profit organizations across San Mateo County that are increasing access to the building blocks of social and economic well-being — like…

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS FOUNDATIONINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Program not currently open, but funder hopes to bring it back._ The Arizona Diamondbacks and University of Phoenix are committed to helping Arizona educators provide the best possible…

D D HACHAR CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

D. D. Hachar Charitable Trust Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: D D HACHAR CHARITABLE TRUST Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The D. D. Hachar Charitable Trust Fund focuses on enhancing…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

D. P. Fabrick Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The D. P. Fabrick Scholarship at Montana State University supports full-time…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

D.A. Davidson and Company Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The D.A. Davidson and Company Scholarship, offered by Montana State…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

D.A. Davidson Silver Fund Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The D.A. Davidson Silver Fund Scholarship at Montana State…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

D.C. Everest Alumni Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The D.C. Everest Alumni Scholarship aims to…

$19,275+ (endowed fund)
OLYMPIC VIEW COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

D.W. Morse Family Scholarship Fund Established: 1974 by Samuel Howard Morse, named for his father Davis Watterman Morse (1863-) Geographic Scope: Port Angeles High School (PAHS) graduates Fund Size:…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dahni Jo Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Amount: US $1,310 Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The Dahni Jo Memorial Scholarship honors the…

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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