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.

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EBSCO Industries, Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

EBSCO Sponsorships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: EBSCO Industries, Inc. Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary EBSCO Sponsorships provide funding for initiatives that enhance the arts, education,…

$32,000 - $55,000
ENGINEERING CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION OF S FLA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

ECA Scholarship Program Funder: Engineering Contractors Association of South Florida (ECASF) Geographic Scope: Florida high school seniors Award Amount: Varies annually ($32,000-$55,000 total awarded…

EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

ECCF Community Grant- Field of Interest Funds Status: ACTIVE Funder: Eau Claire Community Foundation Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The Eau Claire Community Foundation (ECCF) offers the ECCF…

Erie County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

ECCF: Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie County Community Foundation Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary The Erie County Community Foundation offers Community Grants aimed at addressing…

Erie County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

ECCF: Lake Erie Environmental Education Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Erie County Community Foundation Last Updated: December 22, 2025 Summary The ECCF: Lake Erie Environmental Education Fund…

EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL OF LA PLATA · Rolling / Open Foundation

ECE Buell Professional Training Scholarship Geographic Scope: Southwest Colorado (regional) Background: This regional scholarship started in 1999 with the goal of increasing the amount of Early…

Varies
Emporia Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

ECF Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Emporia Community Foundation Last Updated: August 15, 2025 Summary The Emporia Community Foundation (ECF) provides grants to support innovative projects that address…

EMPLOYEES COMMUNITY FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

ECF of The Boeing Company: New Mexico Chapter Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Employees Community Fund Of The Boeing Company Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary The Employees Community Fund (ECF) of…

Amount determined by Advisory Committee
COLORADO MOUNTAIN CLUB FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Eckart Roder Education Fund Named in Honor of: Eckart Roder, long-time Colorado Mountain Club member exemplifying mountain safety, responsibility and courtesy Purpose: Provide support for education…

COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF TEXAS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

ECLAT Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Communities Foundation of Texas Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The ECLAT Foundation Scholarship, offered by the…

ECMC FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

ECMC Foundation: Grants & Investments Status: ACTIVE Funder: ECMC Foundation Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The ECMC Foundation focuses on eliminating equity gaps in postsecondary education by…

THE AHLA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ecolab Hospitality Scholarship Program Overview: Academic and professional scholarship program for hospitality students and current hotel employees. Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: -…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ecology Department Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Summary The Ecology Department Scholarship at Montana State University supports…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

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

THE AVISTA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Economic and Community Vitality Proposals Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Avista Foundation Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Avista Foundation supports non-profit organizations in eastern…

GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Economic Club of Grand Rapids Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Rapids Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary Overview Grand Rapids…

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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