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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COBB COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fostering Education Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cobb Community Foundation Inc Amount: US $2,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated: January 31, 2026 Summary The Fostering Education…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHWEST · October 31, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Foundation Community Grants - Fall Cycle Funder: Community Foundation of Northwest Georgia Geographic Scope: Gordon and Whitfield Counties only (Bartow County has spring cycle only) Award Range:…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHWEST · April 30, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Foundation Community Grants - Spring Cycle Funder: Community Foundation of Northwest Georgia Geographic Scope: Whitfield, Bartow, and Gordon Counties Award Range: Typically $1,000 to $4,000 Focus…

COLORADO COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM · April 27, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Foundation for Colorado Community Colleges Scholarships Status: Active - 2025-2026 application open Geographic Scope: Colorado Program Overview: Annual scholarship program offering critical financial…

Over $148,000 total (2024-2025 academic year); individual award amounts not specified
THE FOUNDATION FOR LINCOLN PUBLIC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Foundation for LPS Scholarships Geographic Scope: Lincoln Public Schools (LPS), Nebraska Overview: Many generous individuals, businesses, and organizations have established scholarship funds at the…

Varies; average award $814 (2025-26); 1,333 scholarships totaling $854,000 in 2024-25 academic year; 600 scholarships totaling $487,000 fall 2025
COMMUNITY COLLEGES OF NEW HAMPSHIRE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Foundation for New Hampshire Community Colleges - General Scholarship Program Administering Organization: The Foundation for New Hampshire Community Colleges Geographic Scope: New Hampshire - all…

Tioga Fire Department · August 19, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Grant Funder: Northwest Communications Cooperative (NCC) Geographic Scope: Communities served by NCC in North Dakota Focus Areas: - Business and Economic…

FOUNDATION FOR SOUTHEAST TEXAS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Foundation for Southeast Texas Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Southeast Texas Inc. Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Foundation for Southeast Texas Grant supports civic and…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER DUBUQUE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Foundation for the Future of Delaware County Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque Amount: Up to US $7,500 Last Updated: November 15, 2025 Summary The Foundation for…

FOUNDATION FOR THE MID SOUTH INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _Update: Foundation For The Mid South is starting an intensive Strategic Sprint to improve and grow strategically. To focus on this effort, we are pausing new grant requests until January…

NEBRASKA METHODIST HOSPITAL FOUNDATION · April 27, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Foundation Graduate Scholarship Funder: Nebraska Methodist Hospital Foundation Geographic Scope: Nebraska (US), primarily serving Omaha area Focus Area: Education - scholarships for Nebraska…

ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Foundation Grant Funding Program Overview: The TRHS Foundation offers an annual grant program funded by proceeds from the R Party and Rider Cup events. Throughout the year, Roosevelt High School…

WESTSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS · July 31, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Foundation Grant Program Funder: Westside Community Schools Foundation Geographic Scope: Westside Community Schools District 66, Omaha, Nebraska Overview: All funding raised through the annual gala…

THE FOUNDATION OF THE CITY COLLEGE OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Foundation Promise Scholarship Award Amount: $10,000 merit scholarship Program Structure: - Enrolls students as a cohort for 2 years (including summer) - Guarantees registration in required transfer…

SAMPSON COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION · Closed · Annual Foundation

Foundation Scholarship Overview: The SCC Foundation helps change student lives for degree-seeking students through annual scholarship awards. Geographic Scope: Sampson Community College service area…

NEBRASKA METHODIST HOSPITAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Foundation Scholarship Fund Funder: Nebraska Methodist Hospital Foundation Geographic Scope: Nebraska (US), primarily serving Omaha area Focus Area: Education - general scholarship support for…

Life Enrichment Center of Norfolk · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Foundation Scholarship Fund Mission: The Life Enrichment Center Scholarship Fund was established in October 2020 to invest in high school and college students who have excelled academically, exhibit…

CHANDLER EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · March 27, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Foundation Scholarships Funder: Chandler Education Foundation (CEF) Geographic Scope: Chandler Unified School District (CUSD), Arizona Overview: These scholarships celebrate diverse achievements…

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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