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
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BLACK PUBLIC MEDIA INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

HBCU Week Now Open Call Overview: Open call for projects related to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Focus Areas: - Stories about and from HBCUs - Black higher education - HBCU…

$1,000 total ($500 plus full room and board for summer + $500 educational allowance for fall registration)
Albany State University Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

HBCU-UP Program (Historically Black Colleges and Universities - Undergraduate Program) Funder: Federal HBCU-UP program Geographic Scope: Albany State University (GA, US) Award Amount: $1,000 to…

Up to US $40,000
Hill Country Rally for Kids · Rolling / Open Foundation

HC Rally Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hill Country Rally for Kids Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Hill Country Rally Grant aims to support children in need within…

$1,000 per award (3 scholarships annually)
HISPANIC CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION DE SAN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

HCA de SA Scholarship Overview: The HCA de SA Scholarship program assists undergraduate, post-graduate, and technical/trade students who are either members of the Hispanic Contractors Association de…

$1,000 - $5,000
HOWARD COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL · January 24, 2027 · Annual Foundation

HCAC Arts Scholarships Funder: Howard County Arts Council Geographic Scope: Howard County, Maryland Overview: The Arts Scholarship Program is an opportunity for college-bound Howard County high…

$25,000 (endowed scholarship)
HAGERSTOWN COMMUNITY COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

HCC Faculty Emeriti Memorial Scholarship Status: Active - first distribution in fall 2025 semester Geographic Scope: Hagerstown Community College (Maryland) Focus Areas: Honors the legacy of 23…

COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC · December 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

HCC Scholarships Status: Active - Multiple scholarship opportunities available Geographic Scope: Henderson Community College students Overview: Consolidated scholarship program offering multiple…

Hardin County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

HCCF Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hardin County Community Foundation Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The Hardin County Community Foundation offers grants to 501(c)(3) organizations…

Harrison County Community Hospital · February 21, 2027 · Annual Foundation

HCCH Auxiliary and Foundation Health Career Scholarship Funder: Harrison County Community Hospital Auxiliary and Foundation Award Amount: $2,000 per scholarship Geographic Scope: Harrison County,…

Harrison County Community Hospital · April 11, 2027 · Annual Foundation

HCCH Foundation Health Careers Boot Camp Scholarship Funder: Harrison County Community Hospital Foundation Award Amount: $1,000 (renewable) Geographic Scope: Harrison County, Missouri and surrounding…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

HCF Community Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 08, 2025 Summary The HCF Community Scholarship Fund, managed by the Hawai'i Community…

Horizon Community Funds of Northern · Rolling / Open Foundation

HCF: Community Impact Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Horizon Community Funds Of Northern Kentucky Inc Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The HCF Community Impact Fund Grant aims to address…

HANCOCK COUNTY SAVINGS CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

HCSBC Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hancock County Savings Bank Charitable Foundation Last Updated: August 15, 2025 Summary The HCSBC Foundation Grant, offered by the Hancock County Savings…

HDR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

HDR Foundation U.S. Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: HDR Foundation Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: March 30, 2026 Summary The HDR Foundation Grant Cycle supports community…

HDR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

HDR Foundation: Canada Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: HDR Foundation Amount: C $5,000 - C $15,000 Last Updated: July 27, 2025 Summary The HDR Foundation: Canada Grant Cycle offers support to…

More than US $30,000
HDR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

HDR Foundation: Large Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: HDR Foundation Amount: More than US $30,000 Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The HDR Foundation offers large grants to nonprofit…

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BAUER FAMILY RESOURCES INC · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Head Start Program Type: Early childhood education and family support services Geographic Scope: Available in Tippecanoe, Clinton, Carroll, White, Hendricks, Owen, and Morgan Counties in Indiana…

MAHUBE-OTWA COMMUNITY ACTION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Head Start Program Organization: MAHUBE-OTWA Community Action Geographic Scope: Minnesota (Mahnomen, Hubbard, Becker, Otter Tail, Wadena, and West Polk Counties) Focus Areas: Early childhood…

SPANISH SPEAKING UNITY COUNCIL OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Head Start Program (Competitive Grant Award) Funder: Office of Head Start (Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) Award Amount: $4.2 million per year…

UNITED WAY OF ROCK RIVER VALLEY · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Healing Illinois Grant Funder: Healing Illinois (partnership between Illinois Department of Human Services and Field Foundation of Illinois) Award Recipient: United Way of Rock River Valley (UWRRV)…

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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