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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Updated daily
Up to $4,000 per year, renewable for up to 4 years
PROJECT LEMONADE INC · March 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Fill the Gap Scholarship Overview: The Fill the Gap Scholarship provides flexible funding to help youth with foster care experience cover basic needs expenses for continuing education after high…

NATIONAL ITALIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATIONINC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Filomena C. Peloro Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: NATIONAL ITALIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATIONINC Amount: US $2,500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Filomena C. Peloro…

BAIS YAAKOV OF BOSTON INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Financial Aid Scholarship Organization: Bais Yaakov of Boston Inc Geographic Scope: Brighton, MA area Focus Areas: Educational support for students attending Bais Yaakov of Boston Overview Bais…

IOWA 4-H FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Financial Assistance for 4-H Projects Geographic Scope: Iowa Purpose: Provides financial assistance for 4-H project costs Status: Program listed on foundation website but detailed information not…

Partial and full funding available
MUSEUM OF FLIGHT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Financial Assistance Program The Museum of Flight's Financial Assistance Program supports schools and non-profit youth organizations in accessing the Museum's educational programs. Overview Through…

FWA OF NEW YORK INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Financial Backpack Program Overview: A financial literacy program offering workshops to high school students to teach practical personal financial skills. Established in 2001, the program uses a…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Financial Women International Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Financial Women International Scholarship, established…

US $5,000 - US $15,000
FIND YOUR LIGHT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Find Your Light Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Find Your Light Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: September 19, 2025 Summary The Find Your Light Foundation is committed to…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Findelis, Draven A., Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: October 24, 2025 Summary The Findelis, Draven A., Scholarship, established…

$5,000 per award (5 awards totaling $25,000)
SKILLSUSA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fine Homebuilding Keep Craft Alive Scholarship Funder: Fine Homebuilding in partnership with SkillsUSA Geographic Scope: Nationwide (United States) Focus Areas: Construction-related fields and…

$5,000 per award (5 awards totaling $25,000)
SKILLSUSA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fine Homebuilding Keep Craft Alive Scholarship Funder: Fine Homebuilding in partnership with SkillsUSA Status: Active scholarship program established in 2017 Geographic Scope: United States…

Up to US $1,000
College Foundation, Inc. · Rolling / Open Foundation

Finish Line Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: College Foundation, Inc. Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The Finish Line Grant program, administered by College Foundation,…

Financial Industry Regulartory Authority Investor Education Foundation · Rolling / Open State

The purpose of this program is to provide underserved Americans with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary for financial success throughout life. Funding will support research and educational…

LOUIS HERNANDEZ JRS FOUNDATION FOR A · May 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

FinTech Innovation Scholarship Organization: Louis Hernandez Jr.'s Foundation For A Bright Future (FABF) Focus: Promotes and supports high-achieving students interested in advancing the world of…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MENDOCINO COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fionna and Richard Perkins Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Mendocino County Inc. Last Updated: October 21, 2025 Summary The Fionna and Richard Perkins…

FIRST ASCENT CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

First Ascent Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: First Ascent Charitable Foundation Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The First Ascent Charitable Foundation Grant supports…

Greater Salina Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

First Bank Kansas Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Salina Community Foundation Last Updated: February 17, 2026 Summary Overview Greater Salina Community Foundation Our mission is to…

FIRST BANK RICHMOND INC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

First Bank Richmond Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: First Bank Richmond Inc Community Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The First Bank Richmond Community Foundation…

CENTRAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

First Choice Members Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Carolina Community Foundation Last Updated: December 31, 2025 Summary Overview **All scholarship amounts listed are past annual…

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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