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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FAWLEY GERTRUDE C CHAR TR TA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Gertrude C. Fawley Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gertrude C. Fawley Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $20,000 Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary The Gertrude C. Fawley Foundation,…

ROCHESTER AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Gertrude M. and Donald E. Armstrong Scholarship Purpose: Support graduating Marion High School seniors planning to attend a school of higher learning specializing in business administration or…

THE JOAN AND HAROLD FEINBLOOM SUPPORTING · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Gertrude M. and Donald E. Armstrong Scholarship Purpose: Support graduating high school seniors pursuing business administration or finance Eligibility: - Graduating Marion High School seniors -…

SANDS FAMILY SUPPORTING FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Gertrude M. and Donald E. Armstrong Scholarship Status: Active Geographic Scope: Marion, New York Focus Areas: Business administration and finance education Eligibility: - Graduating Marion High…

LIFE TIME FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Get Kids Moving! Grant Program Funder: Life Time Foundation Mission: Expanding Life Time Foundation's mission to promote youth physical activity through school and community grants. Program Focus -…

THE J PAUL GETTY TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Getty: Predoctoral Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: J Paul Getty Trust Amount: US $30,000 Last Updated: July 02, 2025 Summary The Getty Predoctoral Fellowship supports early-career scholars…

THE GERBER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

GF Scholarship Programs: Merit Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gerber Foundation Last Updated: March 10, 2026 Summary The Gerber Foundation Merit Scholarship supports students graduating…

THE GERBER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

GF West Michigan Youth Programs Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gerber Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Gerber Foundation supports youth programs in West…

GATES FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

GFF Capital Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gates Family Foundation Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The GFF Capital Grants by the Gates Family Foundation support capital projects for nonprofit…

GATES FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

GFF Strategic Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gates Family Foundation Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary The Gates Family Foundation offers strategic grants focusing on K-12 education, natural…

$2,000 per recipient
GUILFORD FUND FOR EDUCATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

GFFE Senior Scholarship Funder: Guilford Fund for Education Inc (CT, US) Purpose: To recognize and support Guilford High School seniors who have contributed to GFFE and enabled the organization to…

GUILFORD FUND FOR EDUCATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

GFFE Standard Grant Program Funder: Guilford Fund for Education Inc (CT, US) Mission: Guilford Fund for Education is an all-volunteer non-profit organization that gives Guilford educators and…

Games For Love · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

GFL Scholarships - Scholarship of Excellence Organization: Games For Love, a 501(c)(3) public charity Geographic Scope: United States (references to Montana State University, University of Houston,…

Paid internship plus cash scholarship upon completion
GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF AZ · December 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

GFOAz Student Internship and Scholarships Program Overview: GFOAz honors Arizona students who aspire to a career in public finance through a combined internship and scholarship program. Created in…

THE PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

GFT Infrastructure, Inc. Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pittsburgh Foundation Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: February 07, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the GFT…

BELLA VISTA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Our History Bella Vista Foundation (BVF) is the legacy of sisters Georgiana Gerlinger Stevens and Jean Gerlinger Kirkwood, who gave generously throughout their long and eventful lives in 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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