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.

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.

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First Christian Church Educational Scholarship Grant

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Grants for Education

First Christian Church Educational Scholarship Grant

First Christian Church Foundation, Inc. Scholarships Grant

First Citizens Charitable Foundation Grant

First Cumberland Properties Scholarship Fund Grant

First Financial Northwest Foundation (FFNWF) Grants

First Generation College Opportunity Fund Grant

First Horizon Foundation (New York) Grant

First Horizon Foundation (Northwest Mississippi) Grant

First Horizon Foundation Grant (Alabama)

First Horizon Foundation Grant (Bristol, Johnson City, Kingsport, Greene County, Hawkins County, Hamblen County, Washington County, and Sullivan County, TN)

First Horizon Foundation Grant (Chattanooga and Cleveland, TN)

First Horizon Foundation Grant (Knoxville, Maryville, Sevierville and Cookeville, TN)

First Horizon Foundation Grant (Louisiana)

First Horizon Foundation Grant (Memphis/Shelby County and Jackson, TN)

First Horizon Foundation Grant (Nashville and Surrounding Area)

First Horizon Foundation Grant (Virginia)

First Horizon Foundation Grant Program (Arkansas)

First Horizon Foundation Grant Program (Georgia)

First Horizon Foundation Grants (Florida)

First Horizon Foundation Grants (North Carolina and South Carolina)

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