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.

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THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dan L. Hickey Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: US $700 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Dan L. Hickey Memorial Scholarship, established in…

The Community Foundation of South Puget · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About Us The Community Foundation of South Puget Sound is a tax-exempt philanthropic organization. Since our founding in 1989, the generosity of our community has allowed us to make more…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dan Trant Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Dan Trant Scholarship Fund,…

NORTH CAROLINA SMALL GRAIN GROWERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dan Weathington Memorial Endowment Scholarship Overview: Established December 15, 2020, the Dan Weathington Memorial Endowment honors the legacy of the longtime NC Small Grain Growers Association…

TEXAS AMATEUR ATHLETIC FEDERATION · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Dan Whitworth Memorial Scholarship Funder: Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (TAAF) Geographic Scope: Texas (preference given to applicants attending Texas colleges or universities) Focus Areas:…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dan Zurawski Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Last Updated: December 25, 2025 Summary Overview The Community Foundation proudly supports…

BROWN DANA CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dana Brown Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dana Brown Charitable Trust Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Dana Brown Charitable Trust Grant supports organizations in the St. Louis…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dana M. Woolston Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Dana M. Woolston Memorial Scholarship, offered by Montana State…

BALLET WICHITA INC · August 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Dance Scholarship Funder: Ballet Wichita Inc (Wichita, KS) Overview: Ballet Wichita Academy offers a need-based scholarship opportunity to help make dance more accessible for students in the…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dance Team Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $200 Last Updated: October 24, 2025 Summary The Dance Team Scholarship, awarded by the Beatrice High…

NCCF PROPERTY INVESTMENTS INC · May 1, 2026 · Monthly Foundation

Dane G. Hansen Community Grant Fund Funder: Norton County Community Foundation (NCCF) Purpose: Offers financial support to qualifying and deserving projects and programs in Northwest Kansas.…

KALAMAZOO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Danial & Joeanna Smith Education Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kalamazoo Community Foundation Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary Overview Danial & Joeanna Smith Education Scholarship…

THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Daniel and Susan Pfau Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Cincinnati Foundation Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary The Daniel and Susan Pfau Foundation, established in 1994, focuses on…

Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Daniel Arnold Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains (CFEM) Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of the…

Maine Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Daniel Cardillo Charitable Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary The Daniel Cardillo Charitable Fund, established in 1999 by the Maine…

Erie County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Daniel E. and Marjorie A. Hartung Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie County Community Foundation Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The Daniel E. and Marjorie A. Hartung Scholarship…

John Wood Community College Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Daniel E. Fischer Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John Wood Community College Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The Daniel E. Fischer Memorial…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Daniel G. Hertz Accounting Student Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The Daniel G. Hertz Accounting Student Scholarship at…

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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