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
Federal/ Foundation
Updated daily
Over $120,000 annually in total scholarships
ALPHA XI DELTA FOUNDATION · February 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Alpha Xi Delta Foundation Scholarships Overview: The Alpha Xi Delta Foundation issues more than $120,000 in scholarships annually to support Sisters pursuing higher education. Scholarships are made…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

ALSC Architects Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: January 10, 2026 Summary Overview ALSC Architects Scholarship Award Varies Scopes Architecture, Arts…

Alston Beech Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alston Beech Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alston Beech Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Alston Beech Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations with clear,…

HAMILTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alta Louise Otto Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hamilton Community Foundation (Aurora, NE) Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Alta Louise Otto Memorial Scholarship…

Indiana Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alternative Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Indiana Department of Education Last Updated: May 14, 2025 Summary The Alternative Education Grant supports innovative programs for public school…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alton & Barbara McDonald Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Amount: US $500 - US $40,000 Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary The Alton & Barbara…

SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL UNION LOCAL 722 · July 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Alton Akinsegun Scholarship Funder: SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL UNION LOCAL 722 (DC, US) Geographic Scope: Washington, DC area Award Type: Scholarship for union members Eligibility - Must be a…

ALTRU HEALTH SYSTEM · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Altru Generosity in Action Scholarship Purpose: Support regional high school students as young community leaders pursuing their educational and altruistic goals. Geographic Scope: Altru's 17-county…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Altrusa Club of Dayton Kay Webster Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: November 09, 2025 Summary The Altrusa Club of Dayton Kay Webster…

US $1,000 - US $5,000
MADISON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Altrusa International Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Madison Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 24, 2025 Summary The Altrusa International Grant, managed by the…

GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Altrusa International of Grand Rapids Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Rapids Community Foundation Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary The Altrusa…

BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Alum Scholarship Status: Active scholarship program for graduate students Geographic Scope: United States (Brandeis University, Waltham, MA) Eligibility: - Category 1: Brandeis alumni who completed a…

ALPHA GAMMA DELTA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Biennial Foundation

Alumnae Convention Awards Purpose: Recognize alumnae chapters and clubs for outstanding achievement in overall Foundation support and fundraising each biennium at International Convention.…

U.S. Mission to Cote d Ivoire · April 30, 2026 Federal

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund AEIF 2026 promotes projects that directly support U.S. policy objectives. This annual funding opportunity is designed to amplify the U.S. government’s return on…

U.S. Mission to Mexico · April 30, 2026 Federal

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026 - Mexico The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico announce an open competition for past participants (“alumni”) of U.S. government-funded and U.S.…

Varies based on student's academic level
LANCASTER BIBLE COLLEGE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Alumni Referral Program Scholarship - "Each One Reach One" Funder: Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School Award Amount: Varying amount based on the student's academic level;…

Earlham College Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Alumni Referral Scholarship Funder: Earlham College Geographic Scope: Earlham College applicants referred by alumni Focus Areas: Supporting referred applicants to Earlham Program Overview Mentioned…

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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