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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THE GEORGE I ALDEN TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

George I. Alden Trust: Higher Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: George I Alden Trust Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The George I. Alden Trust offers a Higher Education Grant aimed at…

GEORGE J & EFFIE L SEAY · Rolling / Open Foundation

George J. & Effie L. Seay Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: George J. & Effie L. Seay Foundation Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The George J. & Effie L. Seay Foundation Grant supports…

$2,500 per recipient (one male and one female)
BRIDGE BUILDERS COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS · March 6, 2027 · Annual Foundation

George J. Vergis Family Scholarship Status: Active Geographic Scope: Franklin High School graduates from Franklin, PA Focus Areas: Support for graduating seniors planning to attend university…

United Way of Central Florida Inc · May 16, 2026 · Annual Foundation

George Jenkins Foundation Youth Opportunity Grant Overview: This grant supports educational programming benefiting Polk County Public Schools students, particularly those in Title I schools. It aims…

KALAMAZOO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

George K. & Lois D. Stegman Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kalamazoo Community Foundation Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the George K. & Lois D. The…

GEORGE K TALLMAN TRUST XXXXX0004 · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: To locate information about this grant program, please search by name using the foundation finder here._ George K. Tallman Trust Charitable, public, religious, humane, scientific,…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

George Kanta Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The George Kanta Scholarship at Montana State University supports students…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

George L. Madigan Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Mahoning Valley Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the George L. The next deadline for…

THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

George M. and Mary Jane Leader Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The George M. and Mary Jane Leader…

$4,500 (first place), $2,000 (second place)
COLLEGE OF DUPAGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

George Macht Culinary and Baking Scholarship Challenge Funder: College of DuPage Foundation Geographic Scope: College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL Focus Areas: - Culinary Arts - Baking and Pastry Arts…

ROGERS PUBLIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

George Merwin Grant Status: This grant is no longer active. Geographic Scope: Rogers Public Schools area Focus Area: Outdoor education Background: Local outdoor enthusiast George Merwin left a…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

George Oliver Benton Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 23, 2025 Summary The George Oliver Benton Memorial…

THE SAR FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

George S. & Stella M. Knight Essay Contest Organization: Sons of the American Revolution Foundation Geographic Scope: United States Eligibility: - High school students (grades 9-12) Focus Areas: -…

GEORGE S AND DOLORES DORE · Rolling / Open Foundation

George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: George S Eccles And Delores Dore Eccles Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,000,000 Last Updated: September 05, 2025 Summary The…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

George S. Severson Agricultural Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The George S. Severson Agricultural Scholarship at Montana…

Four County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

George S. Souten Performing Arts Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Four County Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The George S. Souten Performing…

Baker Boyer Bank · Rolling / Open Foundation

George T. Welch Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Baker Boyer Bank Amount: Up to US $4,000 Last Updated: May 05, 2025 Summary The George T. Welch Scholarship offers financial assistance to…

MID-AMERICA CARPENTERS REGIONAL COUNCIL · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

George Vest, Jr. – Richard S. Pepper Scholarship Funder: Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Geographic Scope: Available only to members of Local Unions: 1, 4, 10, 13, 54, 58, 174, 250, 272, 790,…

DeKalb County Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture · Rolling / Open Foundation

George W. “Bill” and Ann Marie Stanley Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: DeKalb County Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: January 31, 2026 Summary Easily…

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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