Grants for Education

Last updated June 30, 2026

There are currently 15,357 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and 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.

15,357 grants
State/ Foundation
Updated daily

What grants for education are open right now?

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS BAR · February 20, 2027 · Annual Foundation

FCBA Foundation College Scholarship Program Purpose: Provides financial support and laptop computers to DC public high school students to assist them in attending college. Geographic Scope:…

$20,000 total awarded annually (specific individual amounts not specified)
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS BAR · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

FCBA Foundation Law School Scholarship Program Purpose: Provides financial assistance to law students with demonstrated interest in pursuing careers in Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT)…

FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · December 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

FCCF Grant Application Geographic Scope: Franklin County, Indiana Overview: The Franklin County Community Foundation awards grants from unrestricted endowments to organizations in Franklin County.…

FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

FCCF Scholarship Funds Geographic Scope: Franklin County, Indiana Overview: Philanthropic citizens have established endowment funds in the Franklin County Community Foundation that are designated to…

FALLS CHURCH EDUCATION FOUNDATION · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

FCEF Teacher of the Year Award Purpose: Recognizes excellence in teaching and support for Falls Church City Public Schools educators Geographic Scope: Falls Church City Public Schools (FCCPS),…

Average $2,300 per scholarship; 51 scholarships available annually
FAYETTE COUNTY FOUNDATION INC · March 9, 2027 · Annual Foundation

FCF Scholarships Overview Geographic Scope: Fayette County, Indiana Program Status: Active scholarship program awarding for 30+ years Award Details: - 51 different scholarships available - Some…

FIRST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION PARTNERSHIP · Rolling / Open Foundation

FCFPP: Lindig Lewisburg Foundation Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania Last Updated: August 17, 2025 Summary The Lindig Lewisburg Foundation Fund,…

FIRST CATHOLIC SLOVAK LADIES ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

FCSLA Annual Scholarship Program Funder: First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association (FCSLA) Geographic Scope: United States (multiple districts including Chicago, Pittsburgh, Indiana, Wisconsin)…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHWEST MISSOURIINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

FDH Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Northwest Missouri Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri The Community…

FOND DU LAC AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Fond du Lac Area Foundation and Beaver Dam Area Community Foundation are honored to partner with Compeer Financial to support rural vitality in our communities. The Rural Vitality grant…

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

February One Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The February One Scholarship Program…

FOUNDATIONS OF EAST CHICAGO INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

FEC Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundations of East Chicago Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The Foundations of East Chicago provides annual program grants to support initiatives…

St. Mary's College of Maryland · Rolling / Open State

Federal Educational Supplemental Opportunity Grant A grant awarded to students based on financial need. Details - Agency: St. Mary's College of Maryland - Application Due: 02/15/ Annually - Financial…

St. Mary's College of Maryland · Rolling / Open State

Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students To help parents pay for their dependent student's education. Details - Agency: St. Mary's College of Maryland - Financial Assistance: Direct Loan

Towson University · Rolling / Open State

Federal Parent PLUS Loans Federal loans to parents of dependent Towson University undergraduate students to pay for students' educational expenses. Graduate students can also borrow Graduate PLUS…

GOGEBIC COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Federal Pell Grant Funder: U.S. Department of Education (Federal) Geographic Scope: United States Program Overview: The PELL Grant is a federally funded program for undergraduate students from…

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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