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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THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Family & Children’s Services of Lebanon County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Amount: US $500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The Family &…

Up to $15,000 per school (2022-23 cycle); Up to $10,000 per school (2023-24 cycle)
EVERY STUDENT EVERY COMMUNITY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Grant Overview Status: Active - multiple cycles awarded Geographic Scope: Atlanta Public Schools (APS) district, Title I eligible schools Focus Areas: - Family…

$35,000 annual goal
FALLS CHURCH EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Family Assistance Fund Purpose: Provide support for the neediest families in Falls Church City Public Schools Geographic Scope: Falls Church City Public Schools (FCCPS), Virginia Award Amount: Annual…

King County Department of Community and Human Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Family Child Care Facilities Fund RFP Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: King County Department of Community and Human Services Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: August 14, 2025 Summary The Family…

GATEWAY COMMUNITY COLLEGE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Family Economic Security Program Overview: Program supporting Gateway Community College students and their families working toward economic stability and security. Purpose: Address systemic barriers…

Up to US $25,000
THE SEABURY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Family Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Seabury Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: November 27, 2025 Summary The Seabury Foundation's Family Grants provide essential funding for 501(c)(3)…

FLORIDA LITERACY COALITION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Background Engaging two generations in learning together is a fundamental and distinguishing aspect of family literacy. Family literacy programs work to break the intergenerational cycle of…

THE BARBARA BUSH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Family Literacy Program Grants Status: Active funding program with multiple grants supporting operating programs across the United States Geographic Scope: United States (particular focus on Texas,…

Varies by organization
UNITED WAY OF PUTNAM COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Family Opportunity Fund Geographic Scope: Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Marion, Morgan and Putnam counties in Central Indiana Focus Areas: Integrated programming serving both youth and adults…

$80,000 - $150,000
UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL INDIANA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Family Opportunity Fund Status: Active (most recent awards announced February 2026) Geographic Scope: Seven-county Central Indiana service area: Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Marion, Morgan,…

Texas Panhandle Builders Association · July 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Family Scholarship Program Overview: Scholarship program for dependents of Texas Panhandle Builders Association members. Eligibility Criteria: - US Citizen or Permanent Resident - High School Diploma…

CENTRAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Family Wellness and Education Grant Cycle Funder: Central Alabama Community Foundation (CACF) Geographic Scope: Autauga, Elmore, Lowndes, Macon, and Montgomery counties, Alabama Focus Areas: -…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE FOX VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fanchon B. Smith Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Amount: US $600 Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Fanchon B. Smith Scholarship,…

CENTER FOR SCHOLARSHIP · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Fannie Wilder Scholarship The Fannie Wilder Scholarship is providing scholarships for deserving students. Funding The amount of the scholarship awards may vary from year to year. Eligibility…

FOUNDATION FOR APPALACHIAN OHIO · Rolling / Open Foundation

FAO: Nelsonville Community Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: July 31, 2025 Summary The Nelsonville Community…

Hawaii Farmers Union Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Farm Apprentice Mentoring (FAM) Program Status: Active program. Currently in Cohort 11 as of 2026. Funder: Hawaii Farmers Union United (HFUU) and Hawaii Farmers Union Foundation (HFUF), a 501(c)(3)…

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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