Grants for Education

Last updated June 27, 2026

There are currently 15,365 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from 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.

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What grants for education are open right now?

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Edison & Sallie Miyawaki Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The Dr. Edison & Sallie Miyawaki Scholarship Fund,…

HAMILTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Edmund A. Steenburg Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hamilton Community Foundation (Aurora, NE) Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Dr. Edmund A. Steenburg Memorial…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Edward and Anne Link Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Shelby County Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Dr.…

PAJARO VALLEY COMMUNITY HEALTH TRUST · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dr. Ehler H. Eiskamp Endowed Scholarship Funder: Community Health Trust of Pajaro Valley Geographic Scope: Pajaro Valley, California Eligibility: - Students of Cabrillo College's Allied Health…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Elizabeth Kinion Nursing Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Dr. Elizabeth Kinion Nursing Scholarship, offered by Montana…

LOUIS HERNANDEZ JRS FOUNDATION FOR A · May 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Dr. Emma Lerew Scholarship Organization: Louis Hernandez Jr.'s Foundation For A Bright Future (FABF) Focus: Aids students pursuing degrees in Education. Eligibility: - Students committed to careers…

NORTHERN PIEDMONT COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Eric J. Maybach Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Piedmont Community Foundation Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Dr. Eric J. The next…

THE OREGON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Ernest Hartzog Founder’s Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Dr. Ernest Hartzog Founder’s Scholarship aims to…

HARTFORD FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC GIVING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Frank and Florence Marino Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Hartford Gives Foundation Amount: US $1,500 - US $2,000 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Dr. Frank and…

KENTUCKY SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dr. Franklin Jelsma "To See Through Love" Scholarships Funder: Kentucky School for the Blind Charitable Foundation Award Amount: $500 per recipient Number of Awards: Two scholarships awarded each…

COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF TEXAS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Frederick Jones Sr. Family Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Communities Foundation of Texas Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The Dr. Frederick Jones…

SOUTHCOAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About Us Since 1995, the SouthCoast Community Foundation has served as a catalyst for philanthropic giving. Our mission is to mobilize philanthropy by matching donors and resources with…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. George Kibby Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: US $3,500 Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The Dr. George Kibby Memorial…

Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Glenn Neil Love Medical Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry Last Updated: October 19, 2025 Summary The Dr. Glenn Neil Love Medical Scholarship,…

Stanislaus Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Grant E. & Colleen Bare Scholarship Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stanislaus Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,500 Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Dr. Grant E.…

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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