Grants for Education

Last updated June 26, 2026

There are currently 15,368 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

15,368 grants
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Updated daily

What grants for education are open right now?

SOMERS EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Designated Grant Funder: Somers Education Foundation Inc (CT, US) Geographic Scope: Somers, Connecticut Program Description: The Foundation may serve as a conduit for money designated for a specific…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHWEST · Rolling / Open Foundation

DeSoto County Business Women Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi The…

ST MARY'S COLLEGE OF MARYLAND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

DeSousa-Brent Scholars Program Overview: A supportive community program for gifted students from historically underrepresented communities in higher education. Eligibility: - Students from…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR SOUTHEAST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Detroit Economic Club Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The Detroit Economic Club…

DETROIT INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Detroit Industrial School Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Detroit Industrial School Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: July 24, 2025 Summary The Detroit Industrial School Grant provides vital funding…

Four County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Detroit Sportsmen’s Congress Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Four County Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Detroit Sportsmen’s…

DETROIT TIGERS FOUNDATION OF FLORIDA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Detroit Tigers Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Detroit Tigers Foundation of Florida Inc. Last Updated: February 08, 2026 Summary The Detroit Tigers Foundation Grant is dedicated to enhancing…

DETTWILLER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dettwiller Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dettwiller Foundation Last Updated: March 04, 2026 Summary The Dettwiller Foundation Grants support a broad array of initiatives in Tennessee,…

US $10,000 - US $50,000
THE JONATHAN B AND GLORIA A DETWILER · Rolling / Open Foundation

Detwiler Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Detwiler Family Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The Detwiler Family Foundation Grant aims to…

Community Foundation of Southern · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico For 35 years, your Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico (CFSNM) has served as a vehicle for people to make a lasting impact. We…

THE DEVILS LAKE AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Devils Lake Area Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Devils Lake Area Foundation Last Updated: October 13, 2025 Summary The Devils Lake Area Foundation Grant supports charitable initiatives in…

DEVILS YOUTH FOUNDATION INC · March 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Devils Youth Foundation Scholarship Program Type: Annual scholarship program Partners: New Jersey Devils Alumni including Martin Brodeur, Andy Greene, Bryce Salvador, Ken Daneyko, Bruce Driver, and…

COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Devin Aumend Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: February 02, 2026 Summary Overview The Columbus Foundation In 1943, during the…

DEW FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

DEW Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: DEW Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The DEW Foundation Grant supports tax-exempt charitable organizations globally, aiming to promote 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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