Grants for Education

Last updated June 29, 2026

There are currently 15,363 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.

15,363 grants
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What grants for education are open right now?

US $2,000 - US $5,000
ADIRONDACK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Essex Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Adirondack Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Essex Community Fund Grant, managed by the Adirondack…

Grand Chapter of Maine Order of the Eastern Star · Rolling / Open Foundation

ESTARL Scholarship for Religious Leadership and Music Funder: Grand Chapter of Maine Order of the Eastern Star Geographic Scope: Maine students Focus Areas: - Seminary students - Religious music…

Perpetual Guardian · Rolling / Open Foundation

Estate of Gordon Lindsey Isaacs Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Perpetual Guardian Amount: NZ $500 - NZ $5,000 Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Estate of Gordon Lindsey Isaacs Grant, managed by…

FRIENDS OF THE MARYLAND STATE LIBRARY FOR THE BLIND & PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Estelle B. Williamson Braille Literacy Award Funder: Friends of the Maryland State Library for the Blind & Physically Handicapped Overview: Established in 1996 in honor of Estelle B. Williamson, a…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH CENTRAL MA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Estelle R. Ford Future Nurses Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Estelle R. Ford Future…

SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Esther Edie Environmental Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Community Foundation Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary Overview Esther Edie Environmental Scholarship In 1972,…

CENTER FOR SCHOLARSHIP · Rolling / Open Foundation

Esther H. Ludwig Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Center for Scholarship Administration (CSA) Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Summary The Esther H. Ludwig Scholarship offers financial aid to…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Esther Kanagawa Memorial Art Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The Esther Kanagawa Memorial Art Scholarship Fund,…

AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Esther Katz Rosen Fund Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Psychological Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $45,000 Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Esther Katz Rosen Fund Grants,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE FOX VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Esther Kliefoth Stutzman Excellence Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Amount: US $1,800 Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Esther…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR PALM BEACH AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Esther Sheehy McShurley Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Last Updated: January 11, 2026 Summary Overview Scholarships support…

ESTHER N SIMMONS CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Esther Simmons Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Esther Simmons Charitable Trust Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Esther Simmons Charitable Trust aims to support impactful…

EASTERN SHORE OF VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

ESVCF Community Grants Program- Spring Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Eastern Shore of Virginia Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: August 31, 2025 Summary The ESVCF Community…

ETC · Rolling / Open Foundation

ETC: Equipment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: ETC Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The ETC Equipment Grant supports U.S.-based non-profit organizations, schools, and government entities by…

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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