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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Alabama Audubon · February 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Education MiniGrants Overview: Alabama Audubon's Education MiniGrants provide up to $1,000 per award to support educators and educationally-oriented nonprofits throughout Alabama. They provide…

Education Minnesota Foundation for Excellence in Teaching and Learning · Rolling / Open Foundation

Education Minnesota Foundation: Impact Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Education Minnesota Foundation for Excellence in Teaching and Learning Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: August 18, 2025…

DELAWARE HEALTH SCIENCES ALLIANCE LLC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Education Pilot Grants Overview: Educators from the four DHSA institutions are invited to submit five-page education/scholarly activity research or project proposals. Geographic Scope: Delaware…

THE BRUCE KRIER CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Education Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The@Bruce Krier Charitable Foundation Inc Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary The Bruce Krier Charitable Foundation Inc. offers Education Program…

EMERGENCY MEDICINE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Education Project Grant (EPG) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society for Academic Emergency Medicine Foundation Amount: US $20,000 Last Updated: June 14, 2025 Summary The Education Project Grant (EPG) by the…

EMERGENCY MEDICINE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Education Research Training Grant (ERG) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Society for Academic Emergency Medicine Foundation Amount: US $100,000 Last Updated: December 09, 2024 Summary The Education Research…

THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Education RFP Geographic Scope: Greater Cincinnati region Focus Areas: - Early literacy proficiency - Preparation for future pathways to lifelong success - Reducing chronic absenteeism - Improving…

BEYGOOD FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Education Scholarship Funder: BeyGOOD Foundation Program Type: Education Scholarship Geographic Scope: Available in select cities along the Black Parade Route Eligibility: - Students in need -…

REFUGE FOR WOMEN INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Education Scholarship Program Organization: Refuge for Women Inc (TX, US) Purpose: To assist women survivors of human trafficking and sexual exploitation in their lifelong journey to healing and…

CROWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Education Scholarship Trust Fund Program Funder: South Carolina Department of Education Administrator: Crown Leadership Academy (approved service provider) Geographic Scope: South Carolina Award…

TRUSTEES OF THE NEW CASTLE COMMON · July 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Education Scholarships Funder: Trustees of the New Castle Common Geographic Scope: City of New Castle, Delaware (19720 zip code within city limits) Overview: The Trustees award education scholarships…

Varies (example: $35,330 total awarded to 6 students in 2022-2023)
THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Education Scholarships Organization: The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee Geographic Scope: Sarasota-Manatee area, Florida Program Overview: The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee awards…

Education Minnesota · Rolling / Open Foundation

Education Support Professional of the Year Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Education Minnesota Amount: US $1,200 Last Updated: September 14, 2025 Summary The Education Support Professional of the Year…

ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Education- Inspired Teacher Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Orange County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: April 21, 2025 Summary The Education-Inspired Teacher Grant…

THE BARBERTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: If your nonprofit is considering submitting a grant to Barberton Community Foundation or Tuscora Park Health and Wellness Foundation, we ask that you first submit a Letter of Inquiry…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS OF THE HUDSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Education: Field Trip Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: June 24, 2025 Summary The Community Foundations of the Hudson…

NORTH CAROLINA HORSE COUNCIL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Education/Community Grant Purpose: Support educational and community-based equine programs and initiatives in North Carolina. Geographic Scope: North Carolina Examples of Funded Organizations: -…

COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY OF SOUTH CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Educational Assistance Program - Kalamazoo County Purpose: Provide support for books and tuition for qualified residents and help navigate financial aid to eliminate barriers to obtaining education.…

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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