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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HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

AK Chen Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The AK Chen Memorial Scholarship Fund, administered by the Hawai‘i…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Akira Murakami Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The Akira Murakami Scholarship at Montana State University (MSU) provides…

ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

AKN Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Community Foundation Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary Overview Arizona Community Foundation For more than four decades, the Arizona…

Donations of any amount to build endowment (goal: $100,000 total)
VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA OF OREGON INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Al Forthan Memorial Endowed Scholarship Fund Overview: Volunteers of America Oregon, in partnership with an anonymous donor, is establishing an endowment to support the Al Forthan Memorial…

$10,000 (one scholarship); various amounts for additional scholarships
VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA OF OREGON INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Al Forthan Memorial Scholarship Overview: The Al Forthan Memorial Scholarship is awarded to Oregon high school seniors from families affected by alcohol or drug addiction. The scholarship honors Al…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHWEST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Al Gilless Southaven Rotary Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary Overview Community…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Al Kersich Student Excellence Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The Al Kersich Student Excellence Award, offered by Montana State…

Crystal commemorative award (non-monetary)
FOUNDATION TO ADVANCE CATHOLIC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Al Makkay Sr. Award Organization: Foundation to Advance Catholic Education Geographic Scope: Catholic Schools of Cape Cod, Massachusetts Focus Area: Recognition of outstanding contributions by…

American Library Association (ALA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

ALA Spectrum - Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Library Association (ALA) Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: June 23, 2025 Summary The ALA Spectrum Scholarship Program offers a…

ALABAMA POULTRY FOUNDATION INC · March 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Alabama Poultry Foundation Auburn University Scholarship Funder: Alabama Poultry and Egg Association (APEA) Purpose: Provides scholarships for students to attend Auburn University and major or minor…

Varies (Over $75,000 awarded annually in recent years)
ALABAMA POULTRY & EGG ASSOCIATION INC · March 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Alabama Poultry Foundation Scholarship – Auburn University Purpose: Providing scholarships for students to attend Auburn University and major or minor in Poultry Science. Geographic Scope: Auburn…

ALABAMA POWER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alabama Power Foundation: Field Trip Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alabama Power Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: July 24, 2025 Summary The Alabama Power Foundation offers Field Trip…

ALABAMA POWER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alabama Power Foundation: Students to Stewards Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alabama Power Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: February 04, 2025 Summary The Alabama Power Foundation's…

ALABAMA POWER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alabama Power: Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alabama Power Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: November 08, 2025 Summary The Alabama Power Foundation offers grants to support…

ALABAMA ASSOCIATION OF RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT COUNCILS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alabama RC&D Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alabama Resource Conservation And Development Council Inc Last Updated: May 16, 2025 Summary The Alabama RC&D Grants support community projects aimed at…

ARMENIAN RELIEF SOCIETY OF EASTERN · April 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Alajajian Family Scholarship Funder: Armenian Relief Society of Eastern USA Geographic Scope: Middle East (applicants); United States (study location) Focus Areas: Undergraduate and graduate studies…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alan A. Meddaugh Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary The Alan A. Meddaugh Memorial Scholarship supports…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alan and Grace Tenn Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 07, 2025 Summary The Alan and Grace Tenn Scholarship Fund supports undergraduate…

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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