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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GRAND FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

East Grand Education Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Foundation Last Updated: August 15, 2025 Summary The East Grand Education Fund, part of the Grand Foundation, enhances education in Grand…

FOUNDATION FOR APPALACHIAN KENTUCKY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

East Kentucky Health Occupation Scholarship Administering Organization: Pikeville Community Foundation (an affiliate of the Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky) Purpose: Provides scholarship…

Innovia Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

East Spokane Kiwanis Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Innovia Foundation Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary Overview Each year, Innovia awards over $400,000 in scholarships to deserving…

ARKANSAS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

East Student Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary Overview The Community Foundation’s scholarships are for Arkansas students…

EAST TEXAS COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

East Texas Estate Planning Council Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: October 10, 2025 Summary The East Texas Estate…

EAST TEXAS COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

East Texas Geological Society Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: October 09, 2025 Summary The East Texas Geological…

East-West Center · Rolling / Open Foundation

East-West Center-Graduate Degree Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East-West Center Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship supports graduate…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Eastern Colorado Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northern Colorado Amount: US $3,000 Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary Overview Eastern Colorado Scholarship The…

Varies by project (examples: $2,500 - $10,000)
EASTERN NATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Eastern National Competitive Grant Program Overview: Eastern National's Competitive Grant Program provides funding to parks and heritage sites to support educational, scientific, and interpretive…

Varies (example: $25,000 documented for Women's History Month programs)
EASTERN NATIONAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Eastern National Donation Funds for Educational Programs Overview: Eastern National provides donation funding to support major educational, cultural, and interpretive initiatives at partner sites.…

EASTERN SHORE OF VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Concept proposals may be submitted at any time. Foundation staff and/or the Grant Review Committee will review Step 1 (Letter of Inquiry) material to determine whether the project…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Eastern Star, Vesper Chapter, Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: October 24, 2025 Summary The Eastern Star, Vesper Chapter,…

EASTMAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Eastman Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Eastman Foundation Last Updated: July 03, 2025 Summary The Eastman Foundation Grants promote corporate social responsibility by enhancing the quality…

$3,000 - $5,000 per year
EBELL FRIENDS · May 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Ebell/Flint Scholarship Program Overview: For the past 106 years, the Ebell/Flint Scholarship Fund has provided financial assistance to dedicated undergraduate students who live and attend school in…

THE EBERLY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Eberly Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Eberly Foundation Last Updated: June 21, 2025 Summary The Eberly Foundation Grant focuses on supporting local students in their educational pursuits…

EBSCO Industries, Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

EBSCO Community Impact Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: EBSCO Industries, Inc. Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The EBSCO Community Impact Grant Program supports initiatives in education,…

US $300,000
EBSCO Information Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

EBSCO Solar Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: EBSCO Information Services Amount: US $300,000 Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary The EBSCO Solar Grant aims to support academic, school, and public…

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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