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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AGC CONSTRUCTION EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

AGC Education Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: AGC Construction Education Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The AGC Education…

AGC OF WASHINGTON EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AGC Education Foundation Scholarships Geographic Scope: Washington State Focus Areas: Construction management and construction trades education Eligible Institutions: - University of Washington -…

THE ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AGC of Illinois Education Foundation Scholarship Funder: The Associated General Contractors of Illinois (AGCI) Geographic Scope: Illinois Program Status: Active scholarship program since 1985 Focus…

United Way of Wilson County & the Upper Cumberland · Rolling / Open Foundation

Agency Funding Application Funder: United Way of Wilson County & the Upper Cumberland Geographic Scope: Wilson County and Upper Cumberland region, Tennessee Overview: United Way provides funding to…

$2,500 - $25,000 (varies by county: Chenango $25,000, Delaware $5,000, Otsego $10,000, Madison $10,000)
UNITED WAY OF MADISON COUNTY INC · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Agency Grant Application Funder: United Way of Mid Rural New York (UWMRNY) Geographic Scope: Four-county region including Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, and Madison counties in New York Program Type:…

$2,500 - $25,000 (varies by county: Chenango $25,000, Delaware $5,000, Otsego $10,000, Madison $10,000)
UNITED WAY OF MID RURAL NEW YORK INC · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Agency Grant Application Funder: United Way of Mid Rural New York Inc Overview: Competitive grants designed to focus, enhance, and/or expand an organization's existing programs and services, or as an…

$2,500 - $25,000
UNITED WAY OF DELAWARE AND OTSEGO COUNTI · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Agency Grant Application Funder: United Way of Mid Rural New York (Delaware and Otsego Counties, NY) Overview: Competitive annual grants designed to strengthen nonprofit organizations by focusing,…

UNITED WAY OF TRUMBULL COUNTY · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

Agency Request For Funding Funder: United Way of Trumbull County Geographic Scope: Trumbull County, Ohio Focus Areas: - Learn Well (Education) - Earn Well (Financial Stability) - Stay Well (Health…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · May 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

AgForward Program for Agricultural Education Purpose: Grants to advance education and innovation in the field of production agriculture. Amount: Requests of up to $5,000 will be considered and…

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ALAN GREEN MEMORIAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

AGMF Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alan Green Memorial Foundation Last Updated: August 14, 2025 Summary The Alan Green Memorial Foundation, established in 1983, is dedicated to supporting the Gilpin…

NATIONAL ITALIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATIONINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Agnes E. Vaghi Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: NATIONAL ITALIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATIONINC Amount: US $4,000 Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The Agnes E. Vaghi Scholarship, offered by the…

Maine Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Agnes Freyer Gibbs Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Last Updated: October 15, 2025 Summary The Agnes Freyer Gibbs Scholarship Fund, established by the Maine…

National Association For The Advancement Of Colored People · Rolling / Open Foundation

Agnes Jones Jackson Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Association For The Advancement Of Colored People Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary Overview Agnes Jones…

US $1,000 - US $7,500
AGNES M LINDSAY TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Agnes M. Lindsay Trust Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Agnes M. Lindsay Trust Amount: US $1,000 - US $7,500 Last Updated: January 28, 2026 Summary The Agnes M. Lindsay Trust Grants provide essential…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Agnes Zuverink-Norman Nursing Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary Overview Agnes Zuverink-Norman Nursing…

Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

AGRI Farm to School and Early Care: Equipment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: September 25, 2025 Summary The AGRI Farm to…

Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

AGRI First Bite Farm to School and Early Care Grant (MN) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Amount: US $2,500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The…

Minnesota Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Agricultural Education Summer Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Minnesota Department of Education Amount: Up to US $242,500 Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Agricultural Education Summer Grant,…

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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