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 POLLINATION PROJECT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Daily Grants / Seed Funding Program Funder: The Pollination Project Foundation Status: Active, rolling basis Geographic Scope: Worldwide Award Amount: Up to $500 per grant Program Overview The…

AMERICAN DAIRY ASSOCIATION INDIANA INC · December 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Dairy Ambassador Scholarship Program Funder: American Dairy Association Indiana Inc (ADAI) Geographic Scope: Indiana Contact: Brooke Williams, 317-842-3060 Program Purpose The purpose of American…

Up to $142,250 total (distributed among recipients)
SOUTHEASTERN ILLINOIS COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Daisy H. Mason Scholarship Status: Active Geographic Scope: Mattoon High School, Illinois Focus Areas: All fields of study Overview: The Daisy H. Mason Scholarship is made possible by the generous…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dale and Marilyn Hasler Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Amount: US $1,170 Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The Dale and Marilyn Hasler…

$1,200 (example award to Michigan City Southern Shore Art Association)
UNITY FOUNDATION OF LA PORTE COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dale E. Landsman Arts Foundation Grant Overview: Grants to support art and artists in La Porte County, honoring the memory of Dale E. Landsman, local advertising executive and fine artist. Geographic…

HAMILTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dale E. Traudt Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hamilton Community Foundation (Aurora, NE) Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Dale Traudt Memorial Scholarship, offered by…

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dale I. and Emma Mae Crawford Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Dale I. The…

COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF TEXAS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dallas Athletic Club Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Communities Foundation of Texas Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: December 05, 2025 Summary The Dallas Athletic Club…

DALLAS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · January 30, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Dallas Community Foundation Annual Grants Overview: Through its annual grant distribution, the Dallas Community Foundation gives back to the community, investing in solutions to address local needs.…

WASHINGTON AND LEE UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dallas Honor Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington & Lee University Last Updated: August 15, 2025 Summary The Dallas Honor Scholarship, created by the Dallas Chapter of the W&L Alumni…

EAST TEXAS COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dalton & Betty Jones Scholarship for Vo-Tech Study Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: October 10, 2025 Summary The Dalton & Betty…

EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Damaris Fine Arts Scholarship Purpose: On behalf of the family of "Dee" Damaris Schulte, the Plymouth Community Arts Council recognizes Plymouth-Canton School District high school seniors each year…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Damkroger, Esther L. (Kreuscher) Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $250 Last Updated: October 24, 2025 Summary The Damkroger, Esther L. (Kreuscher)…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dan and Colleen Roark Nursing Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The Dan and Colleen Roark Nursing Scholarship at Montana State…

Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dan D. Nale Engineering Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry Amount: US $1,000 - US $7,000 Last Updated: October 20, 2025 Summary The Dan D. Nale…

First Presbyterian Church of Dallas Foundation · Closed · Annual Foundation

Dan Foster Scholarship Overview: The Foster Scholarship Fund was established by the family of Robyn Conlon to honor Dr. Dan Foster, a long-time teacher of the Foster Open Ring Sunday School Class. It…

COMMUNITYGIVING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dan Fouquette Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: CommunityGiving Amount: US $500 Last Updated: November 17, 2025 Summary The Dan Fouquette Scholarship, established by CommunityGiving, honors…

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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