Dime Bank Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dime Bank Foundation Inc Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The Dime Bank Foundation Grant supports organizations that enhance community…
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.
What grants for education are open right now?
Dinkins Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Carolina Community Foundation Last Updated: December 31, 2025 Summary Overview **All scholarship amounts listed are past annual…
Directed Giving Program Overview: In an effort to increase MBEF's funding potential to strengthen academic and enrichment programs for students, MBEF's Board of Directors encourages donor-directed…
Directed Grants Program Funder: AccessLex Institute Overview: An invitation-only grant program operated by AccessLex Institute. Funds projects designed to move the needle in legal education through…
Director's Scholarship Funder: Puerto Rican Association For Human Development (PRAHD) Geographic Scope: Perth Amboy, NJ and surrounding communities Eligibility: - High school seniors (completed…
Directors' Memorial Scholarship Program Overview: Chartway's scholarship program created in 1989 by board members to promote and support educational advancement within the credit union's membership.…
Dirk Nowitzki Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dirk Nowitzki Foundation Last Updated: September 24, 2025 Summary The Dirk Nowitzki Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations…
Disabled and Displaced Student Scholarship Program Program Name: Credit 341 - Corporate Contribution to School Tuition Organizations for Displaced Students or Students with Disabilities Organization:…
Disabled Outdoorsmen Scholarship Organization: Disabled Outdoorsmen USA Inc (TX, US) Geographic Scope: Texas only - applicants must reside in Texas and plan to pursue a career in Texas Focus Areas:…
Disabled/Displaced Corporate Scholarship Program Overview: A school tuition organization (STO) scholarship program providing financial aid to students with disabilities, those with histories in…
Disaster Relief and Resilience Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: December 18, 2025 Summary The Disaster Relief…
Discover SMCM Grant Overview: One-time grant to prospective students who visit St. Mary's College of Maryland's waterfront campus, rewarding prospective students for taking time to discover what…
Discretionary Grantmaking Programs Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation invites applications for…
Discretionary Grants Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation Geographic Scope: Texas Panhandle (26 counties) Focus Areas: Education, Economic Opportunity, Healthcare Program Description: The Discretionary…
Discretionary Grants Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation Geographic Scope: Texas Panhandle (26 counties) Focus Areas: - Education - Economic Opportunity - Healthcare Overview: The Discretionary Grant…
Discretionary Grants Organization: The Community Fund of Bronxville, Eastchester, and Tuckahoe Geographic Scope: Bronxville, Eastchester, and Tuckahoe, NY (10708 zip code) Eligibility: Non-sectarian…
Discretionary Grants (Warren County) Funder: Warren County Foundation Geographic Scope: Warren County, Ohio Award Range: Typically $500 to $2,500 Focus Areas: Requests must focus on at least one of…
Disney Scholars Program Overview: UNCF scholarship program in partnership with Disney that provides scholarships to students attending HBCUs and other institutions. Focus Areas: Students pursuing…
Dissertation Writing Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University Amount: Approximately US $17,850 Last Updated: August 10, 2025 Summary The…
Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grants Authorized by 7 U.S.C. 950aaa, the DLT Program provides financial assistance to enable and improve distance learning and telemedicine services in rural…
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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