Grants for Education

Last updated June 13, 2026

There are currently 15,407 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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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AMERICAN HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The AHA Equity Awards are meant to recognize and publicize those who have achieved excellence in recruiting and retaining underrepresented racial and ethnic groups into the historical…

Arkansas Humanities Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About HumanitiesAR, under the official name of Arkansas Humanities Council, is a nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. In spring 2024, we rebranded with…

Arkansas Humanities Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

AHC Arkansas State Park Field Trip Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Humanities Council (HumanitiesAR) Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The AHC Arkansas State Park…

Arkansas Humanities Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About Us HumanitiesAR, under the official name of Arkansas Humanities Council, is a nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. In spring 2024, we rebranded with…

Arkansas Humanities Council · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About Us HumanitiesAR, under the official name of Arkansas Humanities Council, is a nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. In spring 2024, we rebranded with…

AHEARN FOUNDATION (PFD) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ahearn Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ahearn Foundation 615462017 Last Updated: December 14, 2025 Summary The Ahearn Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for residents in…

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ahmad Lee Art Scholarship Fund Geographic Scope: North Central High School, Washington Township Schools, Indiana Background: This scholarship honors Ahmad Lee, a 2012 North Central High School…

THE AHMANSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ahmanson Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Ahmanson Foundation Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The Ahmanson Foundation Grant supports cultural projects in Los Angeles County,…

ALAMEDA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC · May 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

AHS Athletic Boosters Scholarship Program Overview: The Alameda High School Athletic Boosters has established a scholarship program of four (4) separate and distinct scholarships of $500 each to be…

JOSIAH MACY JR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview AI in Medical Education Grant Artificial intelligence (AI) is a rapidly evolving, broadly disruptive force that can and should be harnessed to optimize health and health care for everyone.…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

AIA Dayton Architectural Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The AIA Dayton Architectural Scholarship, administered…

ARCHAEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF AMERICA · Rolling / Open Foundation

AIA Society Outreach Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Archaeological Institute of America Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The AIA Society Outreach Grant Program aims…

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AIA Top Ten for Students Overview: A student competition launched in 2015 in partnership with the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA). The program encourages future architects to…

AIA TRIANGLE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AIA Triangle Student Scholarship Awards Overview: Annual scholarship program recognizing outstanding student architects at regional institutions. Eligible Institutions: - North Carolina State…

ARCHAEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF AMERICA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AIA-APA Minority Summer Fellowship Overview: A scholarship for minority students to participate in summer classical studies programs, particularly intensive field programs in classical archaeology…

Community Foundation for SW Washington · Rolling / Open Foundation

AIASWW Education Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Southwest Washington Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation for…

Foundation for Arkansas Heritage and History Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

AIE After-School/Summer Residency Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Heritage Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The AIE After-School/Summer Residency Grant,…

Foundation for Arkansas Heritage and History Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

AIE Arts Curriculum Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Heritage Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The AIE Arts Curriculum Project, funded by the Arkansas…

Foundation for Arkansas Heritage and History Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

AIE In-School Residency Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Heritage Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The AIE In-School Residency Program Grant, offered by the…

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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