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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AIR & SPACE FORCES AID SOCIETY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AFAS Merit and Grit Scholarships Overview: Merit-based achievement scholarship program for high-performing Air Force dependents. Eligibility: - Incoming college and university freshmen - Must have…

AIR & SPACE FORCES AID SOCIETY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AFAS Supplemental Education Loan Overview: No-interest education loan to help cover incidental and reimbursable out-of-pocket college expenses. Eligibility: - Parents/sponsors of students who applied…

Texas A&M San Antonio Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AFCEA Scholarship Funder: AFCEA (Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association) Overview: AFCEA is a nonprofit membership association serving the military, government, industry, and…

US $500 - US $10,000
American Floral Endowment · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFE Educational Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Floral Endowment (AFE) Amount: US $500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 16, 2024 Summary The American Floral Endowment (AFE) offers…

Andrew Family Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

AFF Junior Board Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Andrew Family Foundation Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Andrew Family Foundation offers the AFF Junior Board Grants to support 501(c)(3)…

AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Affiliate Fund: Millennium Fund for Children Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Akron Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: May 07, 2025 Summary The Millennium Fund for Children, a…

$5,000 per award (Six awards available for 2026)
TWO HUNDRED CLUB OF BERGEN COUNTY · April 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Affiliation Scholarship Geographic Scope: Bergen County, NJ Purpose: Award scholarships to high school seniors who are affiliated with law enforcement, fire, or emergency medical services.…

INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF ELECTRICAL · May 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

AFL-CIO Scholarship Funder: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union Local 343 / AFL-CIO Purpose: Scholarship program for eligible applicants, likely members of union families or…

CENTRAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aflac Charitable Fund Competitive Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Carolina Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary The Aflac Charitable Fund…

ARIZONA FOOD & DRUG INDUSTRY FOUNDA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AFMA Education Foundation Scholarships - Dependent Organization: Arizona Food Marketing Alliance (AFMA) Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Arizona Purpose: Support education and training for…

ARIZONA FOOD & DRUG INDUSTRY FOUNDA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AFMA Education Foundation Scholarships - Employee Organization: Arizona Food Marketing Alliance (AFMA) Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Arizona Purpose: Support education and training for AFMA…

ARIZONA FOOD & DRUG INDUSTRY FOUNDA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AFMA Education Foundation Scholarships - Professional Organization: Arizona Food Marketing Alliance (AFMA) Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Arizona Purpose: Support education and training for…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

African American Achievement Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Students do…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF LORAIN COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

African American Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Lorain County Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The African American Community Fund Grant aims to enhance the…

FOUNDATION FOR APPALACHIAN OHIO · Rolling / Open Foundation

African American Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The African American Community Fund…

WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

African American Community Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: October 10, 2024 Summary The African American Community Fund…

HERITAGE FUND - THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

African American Foundation of Bartholomew County Funder: Heritage Fund - The Community Foundation Fund Type: Field of Interest Fund Purpose: To enhance the quality of life for the African American…

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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