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
Foundation
Updated daily
Up to US $5,000
The Cape Cod Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fund for Sandwich Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Cape Cod Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: May 23, 2025 Summary The Fund for Sandwich Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for…

Up to US $5,000
Siouxland Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fund For Siouxland Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Siouxland Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The Fund For Siouxland Grant, managed by the Siouxland…

$5 million to date; $550,000 in November 2020 distribution
JEWISH UNITED FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fund for the Future Funder: Jewish United Fund (JUF) Geographic Scope: Chicago area Focus Areas: - Next Generation Jewish engagement - Gateway experiences for young Jews - Israel connections for…

US $1,000 - US $10,000
BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fund for Williamstown Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Fund for Williamstown Grant,…

Princeton Area Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fund for Women & Girls Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Princeton Area Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The Fund for Women & Girls Grant aims to empower…

Up to $860,000 annually
FAIRFIELD COUNTY'S COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fund for Women & Girls Grants Funder: Fairfield County's Community Foundation's Fund for Women & Girls Status: Active, ongoing grant program Geographic Scope: Fairfield County, Connecticut and…

Up to $2,500 (individuals); varies for nonprofits
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELMIRA-CORNING · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fund for Women Grants Award Range: Up to $2,500 for individuals; amount varies for nonprofit organizations Focus Area: Southern Tier region Purpose: Help girls and women achieve economic…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELMIRA-CORNING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fund for Women of the Southern Tier Achieve Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. Amount: US $500 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELMIRA-CORNING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fund for Women of the Southern Tier Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. Amount: US $500 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELMIRA-CORNING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fund for Women of the Southern Tier Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The…

Variable (awards have ranged from $4,500 to $140,000)
YORK COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fund for York County Funder: York County Community Foundation Status: Active competitive grant program Geographic Scope: York County, PA Focus Areas: - Quality Education - Workforce Development -…

MEMORIAL HEALTH FUND · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fund for York County Overview: The foundation's primary fund for high-impact initiatives comprised of nearly 60 designated funds to meet the community's most pressing needs. This is a competitive…

UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Fund II UNCF STEM Scholars Program Overview: The Fund II Foundation's UNCF STEM Scholars Program provides scholarships to college-bound African American STEM scholars. The program welcomed its second…

THE RHODE ISLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fund of The Providence Shelter Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Rhode Island Community Foundation Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary Overview Fund of The Providence Shelter…

NORTH GEORGIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Fund the Dream Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Georgia Community Foundation Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary Overview Fund the Dream Scholarship The Fund the…

Dental Trade Alliance Foundation · April 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Fund-A-Future Dental Scholarship Status: Active and accepting applications Established: 2012 Geographic Scope: United States Focus: Dental students in D3 or D4 (third or fourth year) with commitment…

LOGAN HEALTH · November 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Fundamentals of Genomics Course Overview: Entry-level course introducing the essentials of genetic/genomics across the lifespan. This is foundational training for understanding and incorporating…

NORTH TEXAS AREA UNITED WAY INC · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Funded Partner Grants Program Overview: North Texas Area United Way (NTAUW) invites local nonprofits to apply annually for funding through the RFP (Request for Proposal) grant application process.…

SEMINOLE COCONUT CREEK EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Funding for After School Tutoring Programs Funder: Seminole Coconut Creek Education Foundation, Inc. Status: Active Geographic Scope: Coconut Creek, FL (United States) Program Description The…

SEMINOLE COCONUT CREEK EDUCATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Funding for College Test Preparation Courses Funder: Seminole Coconut Creek Education Foundation, Inc. Status: Active Geographic Scope: Coconut Creek, FL (United States) Program Description The…

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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