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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Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fred and Virginia Traeger Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The Fred and Virginia Traeger Scholarship at Montana State…

FRED BALDWIN MEMORIAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fred Baldwin Memorial Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fred Baldwin Memorial Foundation Amount: Approximately US $5,000 Last Updated: November 29, 2025 Summary The Fred Baldwin Memorial…

Fred C and Katherine B Andersen Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fred C. & Katherine B. Andersen Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fred C And Katherine B Andersen Foundation Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Fred C. & Katherine B. Andersen…

COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fred F. and Herman M. Dreier Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Fred F. and…

THE FRED HARRIS DANIELS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fred Harris Daniels Foundation: Capital Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Fred Harris Daniels Foundation Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Fred Harris Daniels Foundation offers Capital…

FRED J BRUNNER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fred J. Brunner Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fred J. Brunner Foundation Last Updated: June 23, 2025 Summary The Fred J. Brunner Foundation Grant supports organizations that aid vulnerable…

FRED JONES FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fred Jones Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fred Jones Family Foundation Last Updated: October 06, 2025 Summary The Fred Jones Family Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations…

NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fred M. Parrish, Jr. Scholarship Endowment Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Community Foundation Inc Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: February 24, 2026 Summary Easily learn…

GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fred, Miriam, Bob and Fritz Briscoe Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Rapids Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary Overview Grand Rapids…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Freda B. Kirby Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Freda B. Kirby Scholarship, established by The Dayton…

THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Freda Gray Charitable Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Freda Gray Charitable Fund, established by The Pittsburgh Foundation, offers…

University of Maryland · Rolling / Open Foundation

Frederick Douglass Scholarship (FDS) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: University of Maryland Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The Frederick Douglass Scholarship (FDS) at the University of Maryland…

FREDERICK MCDONALD TR UA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Frederick McDonald Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Frederick McDonald TR UA Last Updated: May 15, 2025 Summary The Frederick McDonald Trust Grant, established in 1950, aims to enhance educational,…

EAST TEXAS COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Frederick Michael Nachman Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: October 09, 2025 Summary The Frederick Michael Nachman…

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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