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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State of Nevada Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Early Childhood Literacy & Readiness Programs Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Nevada Department of Education Amount: Up to US $13,646,507 Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary Overview About the…

Texas Education Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Early College High School (ECHS) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Education Agency Last Updated: October 27, 2025 Summary The Early College High School (ECHS) initiative by the Texas Education…

Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Early College Planning Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: October 07, 2025 Summary The Early College…

BAUER FAMILY RESOURCES INC · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Early Head Start Program Type: Early childhood education and family support services for infants and toddlers Geographic Scope: Available in Tippecanoe, Hendricks, and Morgan Counties in Indiana…

US $15,000 - US $40,000
Akamai Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Early Learner STEM Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Akamai Foundation Amount: US $15,000 - US $40,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Akamai Foundation's Early Learner STEM…

PARKE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Early Learning Curriculum Grant Funder: Parke County Community Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Parke County, Indiana Focus Areas: Early childhood education, school readiness, curriculum resources…

$5,000 - $10,000
GRAYS HARBOR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Early Learning Grants Funder: Grays Harbor Community Foundation Geographic Scope: Grays Harbor County, Washington Award Amount: $5,000 - $10,000 Overview Grants to support early learning programs and…

US $300 - US $2,500
Olympia Tumwater Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Early Learning Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Olympia Tumwater Foundation Amount: US $300 - US $2,500 Last Updated: September 10, 2025 Summary The Early Learning Grants by the Olympia Tumwater…

MAHUBE-OTWA COMMUNITY ACTION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Early Learning Scholarships Organization: MAHUBE-OTWA Community Action Geographic Scope: Minnesota (Mahnomen, Hubbard, Becker, Otter Tail, Wadena, and West Polk Counties) Focus Areas: Early childhood…

SOUTHERN MINNESOTA INITIATIVE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Early Literacy Grants Funder: Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation Contact: Margaret Radel Phone: (507) 214-7017 Email: inquiry@smifoundation.org Address: 525 Florence Ave, PO Box 695, Owatonna,…

Tuition and standard fees at in-state tuition rate
MOHAVE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Early Start Scholarship Program Description: A scholarship program that allows 8th grade and above students, home-schooled students, and GED graduates to earn college credit. Eligibility - 8th grade…

UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Early Talent Opportunity Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Negro College Fund Inc Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary Overview Early Talent Opportunity Program The UNCF Early Talent…

UNITED BROTHERHOOD OF CARPENTERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

EAS Carpenters Scholarship Fund Overview: The Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters operates a scholarship fund to provide financial assistance to children and grandchildren of Union…

US $500 - US $10,000
THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Eash-Potter Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Amount: US $500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The Eash-Potter Scholarship supports…

Colorado Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

EASI: Exploration Supports Route Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Department of Education Amount: US $42,000 - US $150,000 Last Updated: October 25, 2025 Summary The EASI: Exploration Supports…

Colorado Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

EASI: Other Services Route Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Department of Education Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: October 19, 2025 Summary The EASI: Other Services Route, introduced by…

$77,000 total awarded (2025); varies by scholarship type
East High Angel Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

East Angel Foundation Student Scholarships Geographic Scope: East High School, Denver, CO Focus Areas: Financial need, academic performance, character, and community & extracurricular involvement…

BECKLEY AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

East Beckley Ward V Education Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The East Beckley Ward V Education Scholarship, managed by the…

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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