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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THE OREGON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Douglas Community Fund: Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Oregon Community Foundation Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Douglas Community Fund offers scholarships to graduates of…

DOUGLAS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Douglas Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Douglas Foundation Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary The Douglas Foundation Grant aims to enhance equitable access to education, healthcare, and…

THE NEW YORK CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN · June 12, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Douglas Haskell Award for Student Journals Purpose: Founded to encourage student journalism on architecture, planning, and related subjects and to foster regard for intelligent criticism among future…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Douglas W. K. Tom Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The Douglas W. K. Tom Scholarship Fund, established by the Hawai'i…

THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Douglas W. Pfautz Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The Douglas W. Pfautz…

US $200 - US $5,000
JUNEAU COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Douglas-Dornan Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Juneau Community Foundation Amount: US $200 - US $5,000 Last Updated: April 30, 2025 Summary The Douglas-Dornan Fund Grant, established in honor of…

Varies (up to $2,000 cited in awards)
ST CROIX FOUNDATION FOR COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

DOVE Memorial Arts Scholarship Fund Status: Active scholarship program Geographic Scope: St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands Funder: St. Croix Foundation for Community Development Overview: The DOVE…

BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dover Education Enrichment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,500 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Dover Education Enrichment…

Dover Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dover Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dover Foundation Inc. Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The Dover Foundation, established in 1944 by Jack and Charles Dover, focuses on enhancing…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dow Native American Engineering Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Dow Native American Engineering Scholarship, offered by…

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dowdy Scholars Enrichment Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The Dowdy Scholars Enrichment…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

DOWL HKM Engineering Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The DOWL HKM Engineering Scholarship at Montana State University…

Maine Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Downeast Feline Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary The Downeast Feline Fund, established in 1995 by the Maine Community Foundation,…

LIONS CLUB OF SAN DIEGO · February 28, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Downtown San Diego Lions Club Scholarship Fund Overview: The Downtown San Diego Lions Club offers scholarships to support local high school students who are committed to serving their communities…

SAN DIEGO LIONS WELFARE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Downtown San Diego Lions Club Scholarship Fund Overview: The Downtown San Diego Lions Club offers scholarships through its Welfare Foundation to support local high school students committed to…

THE DOYLE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Doyle Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Doyle Foundation Inc Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Doyle Foundation, Inc. offers grants to 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S.,…

New Hampshire Sea Grant · Rolling / Open Foundation

Doyle Undergraduate Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: New Hampshire Sea Grant Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Doyle Undergraduate Fellowship, offered by New…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WEST TEXAS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Doyle Vogler Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of West Texas Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: November 26, 2025 Summary The Doyle Vogler Memorial Scholarship,…

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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