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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DALLAS BAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

DBA Intellectual Property Scholarship Geographic Scope: Dallas, Texas area Status: Listed among Dallas Bar Foundation scholarship programs Contact Information: - Dallas Bar Foundation - Address: Arts…

District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

DC Mayor’s Scholars Undergraduate Program (DC) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education Amount: Up to US $24,000 Last Updated: July 29, 2025…

KIWANIS FOUNDATION OF THE DISTRICT OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

DC Student Leader Awards Funder: Kiwanis Club of Washington, D.C. / Kiwanis Foundation of the District of Columbia Overview: A prestigious program that celebrates the exceptional achievements and…

US $1,000 - US $10,000
DOUGLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

DCCF Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Douglas County Community Foundation (Kansas) Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The DCCF Community Grants program aims…

DECATUR COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

DCCF Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Decatur County Community Foundation Inc. Amount: More than US $900 Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The DCCF Lilly…

Up to US $500
DECATUR COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

DCCF Teacher Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Decatur County Community Foundation Inc. Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The DCCF Teacher Grants provide financial support of…

DECATUR COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

DCCF: Ag Field of Interest Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Decatur County Community Foundation Inc. Last Updated: November 18, 2024 Summary The DCCF: Ag Field of Interest Grants support non-profit…

DEKALB COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Eligible organizations seeking funding for facility construction or expansion are encouraged to apply for a Build the Future Grant. This program replaces the large-request section of…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
DEKALB COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

DCCF: Kindergarden Readiness Toolkit Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dekalb County Community Foundation Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary The…

US $1,500 - US $15,000
DECATUR COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

DCCF: Large Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Decatur County Community Foundation Inc. Amount: US $1,500 - US $15,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The DCCF Large Project Grants offer…

DECATUR COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

DCCF: Small Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Decatur County Community Foundation Inc. Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary The DCCF Small Project Grants offer funding…

DIXON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND MAIN · May 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

DCCMS Ambassador Scholarship Funder: Dixon Chamber of Commerce & Main Street (DCCMS) Geographic Scope: Dixon, Illinois Purpose: Educational scholarship for graduating high school seniors pursuing…

DEARBORN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

DCF County Progress Grant Program Purpose: Support the interests of the community from eligible tax-exempt organizations for charitable purposes. Geographic Scope: Dearborn County, Indiana Focus…

DALLAS CLARK FOUNDATION · April 25, 2027 · Annual Foundation

DCF Education Scholarship Funder: Dallas Clark Foundation Overview: The Dallas Clark Foundation supports students from Humboldt and Kossuth Counties in their pursuit of postsecondary education…

DOUGLAS COUNTY EDUCATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

DCSD Perseverance Scholarship Funder: The Foundation for Douglas County Schools Geographic Scope: Douglas County School District (DCSD), Colorado Purpose: Recognize and support students who have…

DCU for Kids · June 1, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

DCU for Kids Grants Program Overview: DCU for Kids provides monetary grants to support organizations with deserving causes and charities benefiting children in need, including youth community…

WASHINGTON ASSOCIATION FOR INFANT MENTAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

DCYF Scholarships for ESIT Providers Funder: DCYF/ESIT Geographic Scope: Washington State Focus Areas: Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Endorsement Eligibility: - ESIT Service…

Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment · Rolling / Open Foundation

DDCAZ Community Outreach Donations Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment provides…

AMARILLO AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Deaf Smith Electric Cooperative, Inc, Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation Amount: More than US $2,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The Deaf Smith Electric…

AMARILLO AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Deaf Smith Electrical Scholarship, Inc. Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation Amount: More than US $2,000 Last Updated: January 27, 2026 Summary The Deaf Smith Electrical 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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