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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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ABILENE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Brady Cox Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Abilene Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Dr. Brady Cox Scholarship, established…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Brian Ling Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The Dr. Brian Ling…

ASHLAND COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Carol J. Chrisman Nursing Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ashland County Community Foundation Last Updated: September 23, 2025 Summary The Dr. Carol J. Chrisman Nursing Scholarship,…

MARSHALL COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Christie L. Peterson Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Marshall County Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Dr. Christie L. Peterson Scholarship, administered…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Claudia Clague Education Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Dr. Claudia Clague Education Scholarship, offered by Montana…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NEW JERSEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Crosby Copeland, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of New Jersey Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Dr. Crosby Copeland, Jr.…

NORTHERN NEW YORK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. D. Susan Badenhausen Legacy Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern New York Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: August 15, 2025 Summary The Dr. D. Susan Badenhausen…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Dorothy Christiansen Dannis Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Dr. Dorothy Christiansen Dannis Scholarship at Montana…

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…

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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