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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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF LORAIN COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hispanic Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Lorain County Last Updated: May 30, 2025 Summary The Hispanic Fund Grant, managed by the Community Foundation of Lorain County, aims…

WINCHESTER EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Hispanic Heritage Month Award Funder: Winchester Education Foundation Inc (VA, US) Geographic Scope: John Handley High School students, Winchester, Virginia Purpose This award is specified to invest…

The Winston-Salem Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hispanic League Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Winston-Salem Foundation Last Updated: February 10, 2026 Summary The Hispanic League Scholarship, established in 2013, supports local…

Latino Community Fund of · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Hispanic Seafair Ambassador Scholarship Funder: Latino Community Fund of Washington Program: Hispanic Seafair (LCF program since September 2017) Website:…

INDIANA HUMANITIES COUNCIL INC · September 30, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

Historic Preservation Education Grant Funder: Indiana Humanities Council Inc (in partnership with Indiana Landmarks) Geographic Scope: Indiana Award Amount: $3,000 Recurrence: Semi-annual (two rounds…

COLORADO SPRINGS PIONEERS MUSEUM · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

History Day: COS@150 Award Funder: Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum Geographic Scope: Colorado Springs, Colorado (local) Focus Areas: Local history projects by 6th-12th grade students Award Amount:…

Houston Junior Forum Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

HJF College Scholarship Program Overview: Multi-year college scholarships for students who originally attended HJF Community House Preschool, with recent expansion to include applicants from the…

Houston Junior Forum Endowment Fund Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

HJF College Scholarship Program Funder: Houston Junior Forum Geographic Scope: Greater Houston area, TX Program Background: Established to provide multi-year scholarships to students. To date, the…

Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) - Harvard University · Rolling / Open Foundation

HKS American Service Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) - Harvard University Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The HKS American Service Fellowship provides…

Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) - Harvard University · Rolling / Open Foundation

HKS Center for Public Leadership: Equity Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) - Harvard University Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The HKS Center for Public…

HOSPITALITY MN EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

HMEF Scholarship Funder: Hospitality Minnesota Education Foundation (HMEF) Geographic Scope: Minnesota Overview: The HMEF Scholarship supports Minnesota students pursuing careers in hospitality,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Hmong Community Higher Education Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The Hmong Community Higher Education…

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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