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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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER NEW · Rolling / Open Foundation

David Roy Kovacs Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain Amount: US $500 - US $30,000 Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The David Roy Kovacs…

AMERICAN GEOPHYSICAL UNION · Rolling / Open Foundation

David S. Miller Young Scientist Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: AGU- Advancing Earth and Space Science Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary The David S. Miller Young…

LORAS COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

David Salvaterra PhD Award Overview: Award established to provide financial assistance to history or education students enrolled at Loras College, honoring Dr. Salvaterra's legacy. Focus Areas: -…

PHI THETA KAPPA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

David Shinn Family Scholarship Endowment Funder: Phi Theta Kappa Foundation Status: Active (established January 2026) Overview: A permanent scholarship fund created by Ambassador David H. Shinn to…

HOMEBUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF GREATER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

David Stauffer Scholarship Administrator: Tennessee Home Builders Foundation through the Home Builders Association of Tennessee (HBAT) Geographic Scope: Tennessee statewide; local matching funds…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

David W. and Dorothy E. Patterson Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 09, 2025 Summary The David W. and Dorothy E. Patterson Scholarship at…

Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Rolling / Open Foundation

David W. McCoy Scholarship (MO) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The David W. McCoy Scholarship, established by David W.…

Stanislaus Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

David W. Moore Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stanislaus Community Foundation Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the David W. The next…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

David Wiersema Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary Overview David Wiersema Memorial Scholarship…

TW MARIAN W OTTLEY ATLANTA MAIN · Rolling / Open Foundation

David, Helen and Marian Woodward Fund (Atlanta) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: David, Helen, and Marian Woodward Fund Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The David, Helen and Marian Woodward Fund,…

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SANTA FE PREPARATORY SCHOOL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Davis Breakthrough Scholarship Overview: A full cost of attendance college scholarship designed to help students who would otherwise be unable to afford college out of state. The award is part of a…

DAVIS FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Davis Family Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Davis Family Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Davis Family Foundation, established in Maine, focuses on granting support to…

DAVIS FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Davis Family Foundation Implementation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Davis Family Foundation Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The Davis Family Foundation Implementation Grants support…

EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dawn Ansbro Memorial Scholarship Overview: The Dawn Ansbro Memorial Scholarship continues the legacy of Dawn Ansbro by empowering SUNY Orange students and helping them overcome barriers to pursue…

Dawn Foods Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dawn Foods Foundation Corporate Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dawn Foods Foundation Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Dawn Foods Foundation Corporate Grants program is dedicated to…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dayton Catholic Women's Club Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Dayton Catholic Women's Club Scholarship,…

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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