Education & Youth Development Grants Funder: Watertown Community Foundation Inc (MA, US) Geographic Scope: Watertown, MA Contact: - Phone: 617-926-1500 - Address: PO Box 334, Watertown, MA 02471…
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.
Education & Youth Enrichment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Broward Last Updated: August 13, 2025 Summary The Education & Youth Enrichment initiative aims to empower Broward’s…
Education and Economic Development Act (EEDA) Preparing College- and Career-Ready Graduates Competitive Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Carolina Department of Education Last Updated: January 10,…
Education and Economic Development Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation Last Updated: December 14, 2025 Summary The Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation promotes human…
Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program Purpose: Provides financial support for post-secondary education Eligibility: - Residency: Colorado residents - Age: Between 17 to 25 years old - Foster…
Education and Youth Development Proposals Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Avista Foundation Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Avista Foundation supports non-profit organizations that…
Education Award Award Amount: $100,000 minimum grant Purpose: Recognizes individuals making extraordinary contributions to children in the fields of education, literacy and learning. Target…
Education Excellence Awards Overview: The Annual Education Excellence Awards identifies and honors individuals who make extraordinary contributions of service in support of the educational…
Education Fellowships (General) Overview: Earthwatch grants over $500,000 per year in fellowships through a highly competitive, need-based application process to students and teachers who would not…
Education First Grant Program Overview: WECU's Education First Grant Program provides strategic funding to educational initiatives in Whatcom and Skagit Counties. The program was launched in 2019 to…
Education Focused Giving Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Genentech Foundation Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary Overview At Genentech, we invest in bold ideas and innovative solutions that address…
Education for Homeless Children and Youth Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Nevada Department of Education Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The Education for Homeless Children and Youth…
Education for Leadership in Crisis (ELC) Scholarship Program Funder: Women for Afghan Women (WAW) and American University of Beirut (AUB) Funding Source: United States Department of State Overview: A…
Education Forward Arizona Scholarship Geographic Scope: Arizona Award Amount: Up to $6,000 per year, renewable for four years Eligibility: - Arizona high school seniors - Students from low-income…
Education Foundation Equipment/Program Grants Geographic Scope: Washington State Focus Areas: K-12 construction education programs, equipment funding for school shop classes Overview: The AGC…
Education Foundation for Cle Elum-Roslyn Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Education Foundation for Cle Elum-Roslyn Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Education Foundation for Cle Elum-Roslyn…
Education Fund Project Program Overview: Invests in learning opportunities that strengthen individuals, organizations, and communities across Alabama. Focus Areas: - Workforce development - K-12…
Education Grant Purpose: Funding for special classroom projects to support educational initiatives at Bethel. Geographic Scope: Bethel staff members Eligibility: - Individual staff members: up to…
Education Grant Funder: The Bearded Collie Club of America Charitable Trust Purpose: Support education on the proper care, treatment, breeding, health, development and training of Bearded Collies;…
Education Grant Funder: First Community Foundation (OH, US) Geographic Scope: Ohio (Columbus area) Focus Areas: Educational and spiritual development programs Contact Information: - Rebecca Hickerson…
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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