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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MORTENSON FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Expanding Opportunities for Children and Families Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Mortenson Family Foundation Amount: US $10,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: November 04, 2025 Summary The Mortenson…

$20.75 million total awarded across seven cycles
A FOR ARIZONA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Expansion & Innovation Fund Overview: A first-of-its-kind, statewide privately-funded grant program launched in 2018 to seed community-driven solutions and test innovative K-12 education ideas…

Colorado Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Expelled and At-Risk Student Services (EARSS) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Department of Education Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: August 11, 2025 Summary The Expelled and At-Risk…

Up to $3,000
Indiana State University Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Experience Grant Award Amount: Up to $3,000 (one-time) Purpose: Supports out-of-classroom learning opportunities for Indiana State University students. Overview: Indiana State provides a one-time…

WARWICK EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Expert In Residence Grant Funder: Warwick Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Warwick School District community, Lancaster County, PA Focus: Bringing outside expertise to students through…

Carl and Marilynn Thoma Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Exploratory Travel Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carl And Marilynn Thoma Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation offers…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Explore the Ozarks Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Last Updated: March 07, 2026 Summary The Explore the Ozarks Fund Grant aims to enhance conservation…

EXPOSURE SKATE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Exposure x CSEF College Scholarship Funder: Exposure Skate in partnership with The College Skateboarding Education Foundation (CSEF) Purpose: To empower female-identifying and non-binary…

Up to $1,000
Naperville Education Foundation · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Express Grants Organization: Naperville Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Naperville 203 School District, Illinois Purpose: Elevate Naperville 203 staff and students' great ideas into reality.…

Park City Education Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Express Grants Overview: PCEF offers Express Grants as an additional funding opportunity for educators. Geographic Scope: Park City School District (PCSD), Utah Status: Program is available to…

PFLUGERVILLE FUND FOR EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION · Closed · Annual Foundation

Extended Day Program (EDP) Scholarship Funder: Pflugerville Education Foundation (PEF) Geographic Scope: Pflugerville ISD, Texas Purpose: Provides financial support to graduating PfISD seniors…

AESTHETIC SURGERY EDUCATION AND RESEARCH · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Externship Program: A Mentoring Experience Funder: The Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation (ASERF) Target Audience: Medical students Geographic Scope: United States Program Duration:…

UNC HUSSMAN SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Extracurricular Activity Funds Purpose: Funding for extracurricular activities Geographic Scope: UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media students Eligibility: - UNC Hussman undergraduate majors…

~$288 - $418 per student
THE NEW ALBANY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Extracurricular Activity Scholarships Geographic Scope: New Albany-Plain Local School District Eligibility: - New Albany-Plain Local School District students - Based on demonstrated financial need -…

MERRICK FOUNDATION INC · November 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Extraordinary Educator Award Overview: The Merrick Foundation celebrates teachers who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of students. This award honors the creativity, compassion,…

US $2,500 - US $10,000
CUTTING E M UW BO A H WINN ET ALS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ezra M. Cutting Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ezra M. Cutting Trust Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Ezra M. Cutting Trust Grant, established in 1965,…

RICH FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

F. D. Rich Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: F.D. Rich Company (The Rich Foundation) Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary The F. D. Rich Foundation Grants support charitable organizations…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

F. Lee & Joan Kammerlohr Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Quincy Area Last Updated: December 29, 2025 Summary Easily learn more about the F. The next…

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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