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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THE HAROLD GRINSPOON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

HGF: Teen Education Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Harold Grinspoon Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 26, 2026 Summary The Harold Grinspoon Foundation (HGF) offers the Teen…

Hilton Head Island-bluffton Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority · Rolling / Open Foundation

HHIBAC Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hilton Head Island-bluffton Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Last Updated: January 06, 2026 Summary The HHIBAC Scholarship…

Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $2,500 Last Updated: August 24, 2025 Summary The Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation Grant…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hideko & Zenzo Matsuyama Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 08, 2025 Summary The Hideko & Zenzo Matsuyama Scholarship Fund, established…

GRAND HAVEN AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hierholzer-Fojtik Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Hierholzer-Fojtik Scholarship, established in 2006 by Frances…

Maine Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Higgins Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The Higgins Scholarship Fund, established by the Maine Community Foundation in…

Indiana Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

High Ability Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Indiana Department of Education Last Updated: June 12, 2025 Summary The High Ability Program Grant, provided by the Indiana Department of Education,…

US $1,000 - US $15,000
THE MONIKER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

High Country Region Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Moniker Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $15,000 Last Updated: March 25, 2025 Summary The High Country Region Grant, offered by The Moniker…

Up to $5,000 per organization (up to $25,000 total distributed annually among 5 organizations)
Friends of NCVMA Foundation Inc · December 16, 2026 · Annual Foundation

High Five Grant Funder: Friends of NCVMA Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: North Carolina Overview: Each year, the NCVMA allocates up to $25,000 to distribute between 5 qualified organizations in…

$40,000 - $100,000
FIRSTMARK CREDIT UNION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

High Impact Grants Funder: Firstmark Foundation (Firstmark Credit Union) Award Amounts: $40,000 to $100,000 Recurrence: One-time grants to organizations (not recurring annual program) Focus Areas…

KALAMAZOO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

High on Heroes Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kalamazoo Community Foundation Amount: More than US $500 Last Updated: February 21, 2026 Summary Overview Kalamazoo Community Foundation…

High Point Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

High Point Central Class of 1960 Scholarship Geographic Scope: High Point, North Carolina Description: Scholarship established in 2010 by the High Point Central High School Class of 1960 to honor…

RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY & ARTS · March 27, 2027 · Annual Foundation

High School Arts Scholarships Funder: Rancho Cucamonga Community & Arts Foundation (RCCAAF) Program Description: Annual scholarship program for graduating high school seniors pursuing higher…

LIBERTY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

High School BSN Nursing Scholarship Funder: Liberty Hospital Foundation Geographic Scope: Northland region (Missouri area) Focus Area: Nursing education for high school students Description: One-time…

PATTERSON FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

High School Career and Technical Education Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Patterson Family Foundation Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The High School Career and Technical Education Grant supports…

THE DENVER ROTARY CLUB FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

High School Counseling and Achievement Award Funder: Denver Rotary Club Foundation Purpose: Makes a direct impact in the lives of students trying to blaze a path to college Focus Areas: - High school…

Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC) · Rolling / Open Foundation

High School Equivalency Examination Grant Program (HSE) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC) Amount: Up to US $210 Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The High School…

EAST HAMPTON HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

High School Healthcare Education Scholarship Funder: East Hampton Healthcare Foundation (NY, US) Geographic Scope: East Hampton area (NY) Overview: The East Hampton Healthcare Foundation offers…

COMMUNITY HEALTH ALLIANCE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

High School Healthcare Scholarships Organization: Community Health Alliance Foundation for Community Health Geographic Scope: Missoula and Ravalli County, Montana Focus Areas: Healthcare education…

DALLAS COUNTY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION INC · April 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

High School Level Healthcare Scholarship Funder: Dallas County Hospital Foundation Inc Award Amount: $500 - $1,000 per scholarship Geographic Scope: Dallas County, Iowa. Applicants must attend high…

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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