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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SOUTHCOAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ditchfield Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southcoast Community Foundation Last Updated: November 03, 2025 Summary The Ditchfield Family Scholarship, established by the SouthCoast…

$20,000 total ($4,000/year for up to 5 years)
AIA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Diversity Advancement Scholarship Overview: A multiyear scholarship supporting high school and undergraduate minority students entering, enrolled in, or transferring into a National Architectural…

AIA ARIZONA The American Institute of Architects · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Diversity Advancement Scholarship Overview: The Diversity Advancement Scholarship, administered by the Architects Foundation, has been awarded since 1970 to help support and advance students from…

The Scripps Howard Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Scripps Howard Fund Fund grants support journalism education that gives students hands-on experience as well as training to help professional journalists refresh their skill sets. The…

US LACROSSE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Diversity Grant Program - BRIDGE Grant Funder: USA Lacrosse Inc Program Type: BRIDGE Grant Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: - Awarded to programs that support youth lacrosse in low-income…

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Diversity Mentorship Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Academy of Dermatology Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: September 15, 2025 Summary The Diversity Mentorship Grant Program aims to…

ACCESSLEX INSTITUTE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Diversity Pathway Intervention Grant Program Funder: AccessLex Institute Focus Area: Diversity Programs Overview: One of four primary grant programs operated by AccessLex Institute. Funds projects…

$6,000 per recipient ($12,000 total awarded annually)
RAMSEY COUNTY BAR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Diversity Scholarship Funder: Ramsey County Bar Foundation and Minnesota State Bar Foundation (joint program) Award Timing: Spring 2026 Geographic Scope: Minnesota (law school students) Purpose:…

OLYMPIA EDUCATION FOUNDATION · August 25, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Diversity, Equity & Belonging Grants Purpose: Fund projects that support Diversity, Equity & Belonging opportunities. Geographic Scope: Olympia School District (WA) Eligibility: - All Olympia School…

U.S. National Science Foundation · Rolling / Open Federal

Division of Environmental Biology The Division of Environmental Biology (DEB) Coresupports research and training on evolutionary and ecological processes acting at the level of populations, species,…

BERKS COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dj Wetzel Fund of First United Church of Christ Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Berks County Community Foundation Last Updated: August 20, 2025 Summary The Dj Wetzel Fund, established in 2017 at the…

Community Foundation of Northern IL · Rolling / Open Foundation

DKG Mini Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northern Illinois Amount: US $250 Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The DKG Mini Grants, funded by the Blanche Martin Mini Grant…

KUWAIT-AMERICA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Do the Write Thing (DtWT) Overview: A unique education program designed to give middle school students an outlet to communicate in classroom discussions and written form how violence impacts their…

US $5,000 - US $10,000
CLIFTON C & HENRIETTA C DOAK CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Doak Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Clifton C. and Henryetta C. Doak Charitable Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: June 19, 2025 Summary The Clifton C. and Henryetta C.…

HOME FOR AGED WOMEN INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Doane Scholarships Organization: Goddard House (Home for Aged Women Inc) Overview: Since 2016, Goddard House has funded scholarships for UMass Boston nursing students through the Doane Scholarships…

HATFIELD MENNONITE HOME INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dock Village Youth Fund Organization: Living Branches Foundation Purpose: This fund was established to enhance the lives of Dock Village youth and encourage them to do well academically. The fund…

SOUDERTON MENNONITE HOMES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dock Village Youth Fund Overview: This fund was established to enhance the lives of Dock Village youth and encourage them to do well academically. Focus Areas: - Academic scholarships - Incentives…

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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