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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DUNSPAUGH DALTON FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dunspaugh-Dalton Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dunspaugh-Dalton Foundation Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Dunspaugh-Dalton Foundation Grant supports nonprofits focused on…

USAGA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

DuPage Foundation Community Impact Grant Program Status: Active annual grant program Geographic Scope: DuPage County, Illinois Focus Areas: Supporting not-for-profit organizations in education,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MADISON AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dupont Alumni Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County Amount: US $3,900 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary Overview In 2025, the Community…

MONTGOMERY COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Durham Home Inc. Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montgomery County Community Foundation Inc. Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The Durham Home Inc. Scholarship Fund, honoring Shirley…

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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

DUWI Fund Geographic Scope: Darlington, Wisconsin area Purpose: Responds to area's not-for-profit organizations wishing to start new, innovative programs or expand current services Focus Areas: -…

DELAWARE VALLEY LEGACY FUND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

DVLF/Independence Business Alliance Scholarship Partner Organization: Independence Business Alliance (IBA) Administered By: Delaware Valley Legacy Fund Overview: Scholarship supporting LGBTQ+…

DWANE L AND VELMA LUNT WALLACE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dwane & Velma Wallace Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Dwane L And Velma Lunt Wallace Last Updated: January 12, 2026 Summary The Dwane & Velma Wallace Foundation Grant supports charitable…

OUR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dwight Risley Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Daviess County Community Foundation Last Updated: January 23, 2026 Summary Overview Daviess County Community Foundation The Community Foundation…

ELBRIDGE STUART FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dwight Stuart Youth Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elbridge Stuart Foundation Last Updated: February 26, 2026 Summary The Dwight Stuart Youth Fund Grant supports organizations providing essential…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER DUBUQUE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dyersville Area Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque Last Updated: August 08, 2025 Summary The Dyersville Area Community Foundation provides…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Dylan Honnoll Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Dylan Honnoll Memorial Scholarship at Montana State University…

WESTFIELD WASHINGTON EDU DEV FOUNDA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dylan McGinnis Memorial Scholarship Organization: Westfield Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Westfield, Indiana Overview: Memorial scholarship available to Westfield High School graduates.…

CMAA - South Atlantic Chapter · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Dylan Thomas Memorial Scholarship Funder: CMAA-SAC Scholarship Foundation Geographic Scope: South Atlantic Chapter region Focus Areas: Individuals with exceptional character and an interest in the…

CAREER PARTNERS INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

E-Squared Scholarship Funder: Career Partners Inc., Culpeper, VA Program Type: Student scholarship award from business competition Overview: E-Squared is Career Partners' signature program…

Digital Responsibility · Rolling / Open Foundation

E-waste Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Digital Responsibility Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The E-waste Scholarship aims to raise awareness about the growing issue…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

E. E. Frahm Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The E. E. Frahm Scholarship at Montana State University supports undergraduate…

KALAMAZOO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

E. Earl Wright Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kalamazoo Community Foundation Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: February 22, 2026 Summary The E. Earl Wright Scholarship, awarded by…

THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

E. N. Dix Educational Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The E. N. Dix Educational Scholarship, established in 1998,…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

E. R. Dodge Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The E. R. Dodge Scholarship at Montana State University supports undergraduate…

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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