Grants for Education

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Last updated July 2, 2026

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Type	Grant	Funder	Deadline ▲	Amount
Foundation	WCN Scholarship Program	Wildlife Conservation Network Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Global Women's Empowerment Scholarship	William Carey International University	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Scholarship Applications	Winona Community Foundation	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Educational Outreach	Allied Arts of Oklahoma Inc	Rolling	Up to $5K
Foundation	Wisconsin Builders Foundation Scholarships	Wisconsin Builders Foundation Inc	Rolling	$20K
Foundation	Education for Leadership in Crisis (ELC) Scholarship Program	Women for Afghan Women Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Jefferson R. Voss Education Fund	Zebra Youth Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	WMGA Foundation Scholarship	Women's Metropolitan Golf Association	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Life Change Student Fund	Word of Life Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Paul Bubar Legacy Scholarship	Word of Life Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Youth Programs (RFP #24-03)	Workforce Development Council Seattle-ki	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Environmental and Water Resource Institute (EWRI) Scholarships- Florida Section Grant	American Society of Civil Engineers	Rolling	$9K
Foundation	Bible School Scholarship Program	World Missions Advance	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	2026 Grant Application - Partner Agency Funding	Wyoming County United Way Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Bill T. Hicks Scholarship Program	Y12 Fcu Gives Foundation Inc	Rolling	$5K
Foundation	Reese Family Scholarship Program	Y12 Fcu Gives Foundation Inc	Rolling	$5K
Foundation	Alfred P. Sloan Foundation: Scientific Collaboration Grant (< $250k)	Alfred P Sloan Foundation	Rolling	Up to $250K
Foundation	Chapter Heritage Grants	Zeta Beta Tau Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Combatting Campus Antisemitism (CCAS) Workshop	Zeta Beta Tau Foundation Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Governor's Urban Scholarship (NJ) Grant	New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	National Education Foundation (Z-NEF) Scholarships	Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Educator Advisory Committee (EAC)	Chicago Public Education Fund	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	Chicago Principals Fellowship	Chicago Public Education Fund	Rolling	Varies
Foundation	LAUNCH - Principal Preparation Program	Chicago Public Education Fund	Rolling	Varies

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About 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.

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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