Grants for Education

Last updated June 18, 2026

There are currently 15,385 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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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What grants for education are open right now?

NATIONAL ITALIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATIONINC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Ambassador Peter F. Secchia Voyage of Discovery Overview: An all-expenses-paid educational travel program for Italian American college students to explore their heritage and cultural roots in Italy.…

THE DENVER FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ambassador Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Denver Foundation Last Updated: December 23, 2025 Summary The Ambassador Scholarship, funded by The Denver Foundation, offers undergraduate…

Elizabeth Raymond Ambler Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview * Education * Human Service * Health Related * Arts/Culture * Environmental * Religious * Other Eligibility _You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's…

US $1,000 - US $10,000
The Amboy Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Amboy Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Amboy Bank Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Amboy Foundation Grant provides funding to tax-exempt organizations…

Amelia Peabody Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Amelia Peabody Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Amelia Peabody Foundation Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Summary The Amelia Peabody Foundation Grant aims to enhance educational opportunities…

NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Amelia Peabody Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northeastern University Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Amelia Peabody Scholarship, offered by Northeastern University, supports…

ADVENTIST MEDICAL EVANGELISM NETWORK-AMEN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

AMEN Conference Student Subsidy Purpose: Financial assistance to help medical and dental students attend the annual AMEN conference. Geographic Scope: Open to students worldwide; organization based…

MARION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

America 250 Grants Program Type: Special, one-time grant program Geographic Scope: Marion County, Ohio Total Funding: $50,000 in grant awards Program Focus: Programs focused on local heritage, civic…

$500 (second-place award)
AMERICA250ORG INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

America's Field Trip Contest Overview: A nationwide scholastic contest for students in grades 3-12 to submit artwork and essays responding to the prompt "What does America mean to you?" for the…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR PALM BEACH AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

America’s Heroes Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Last Updated: January 09, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation for Palm…

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

American Association of University Women / Wagy Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $4,000 Last Updated: September 24, 2025 Summary The…

American Fidelity Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

American Fidelity Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Fidelity Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The American Fidelity Foundation Grant…

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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