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
Foundation
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THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. L.L. Cull Health Care Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Louisville Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Dr. L.L.…

Stanislaus Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Larry Cooke Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Stanislaus Community Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Dr. The next…

GRAND HAVEN AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Larry Poel Field of Medicine Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Dr. Larry Poel Field of Medicine Scholarship,…

$5,000 each (3 scholarships)
KOREAN COMMUNITY SERVICES OF · May 22, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Dr. Lee Hoon Scholarship Program Funder: Korean Community Services of Metropolitan New York, Inc. (KCS) Overview: Scholarship opportunities for outstanding high school seniors of Korean heritage who…

CUMBERLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Lee Maria Kleiss Chemistry Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc. Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Dr. The next deadline…

Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dr. Lewis A. Yocum Baseball Medicine Conference Scholarship Funder: Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society (PBATS) Award Amount: $450 per scholarship (covers conference registration fee)…

EDUCATIONAL TESTING SERVICE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dr. Lillian M. Lowery Scholarship Purpose: Awarded to a student pursuing a master's degree in education who embodies the spirit of commitment to furthering opportunities for all students. Award…

MARYLAND NURSES ASSOCIATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dr. Lou Bartolo Men in Nursing Scholarship Funder: Nursing Foundation of Maryland Geographic Scope: Maryland Overview Scholarship focused on supporting men pursuing nursing education.

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dr. Lou Halamek Pediatric Simulation Excellence Award Funder: American Academy of Pediatrics Program Type: Recognition award for simulation excellence Purpose The Dr. Lou Halamek Pediatric Simulation…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Lynn Wagner Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Louisville Amount: US $4,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Dr. The next…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Margaret Y. Oda Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The Dr. Margaret Y. Oda Scholarship Fund, established in 2019,…

Innovia Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Mark Paxton Dental Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Innovia Foundation Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Dr. The next deadline for this grant is Fri, 05…

THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Marshall H. Layton Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Amount: Up to US $800 Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The Dr. Marshall H.…

THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Matthew R. Hadley Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Dr. Matthew R. The next deadline for this…

Varies (examples: $1,507.07 - $5,050)
CCRES · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dr. Michael J. Kelly Pathways Scholarship Funder: CCRES Program Established: 2023 Geographic Scope: Chester County, PA and surrounding service territory Purpose: The Dr. Michael J. Kelly Pathways…

ERIE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dr. Michael J. Relihan Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie Community Foundation Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The Dr. Michael J. Relihan Scholarship, offered by the Erie Community…

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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