Idaho Rural Medicine Scholarship Funder: Gritman Medical Center Foundation Inc Geographic Scope: Idaho Focus Areas: Rural medical education; medical school students Eligibility: Idaho WWAMI Medical…
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.
Idea Grants Overview: The Bexley Education Foundation awards grants to fund innovative educational initiatives and experiences that benefit Bexley students and staff. Status: Active Geographic Scope:…
Idea Lab Grants Geographic Scope: Brookline Public Schools, Brookline, MA Eligibility: Educators currently employed by the Public Schools of Brookline Focus: Hands-on, experiential learning projects…
Ideation Fund Overview The Houston ISD Foundation's Ideation Fund (previously known as the Innovation Grant) is a competitive grant program designed to encourage educators to develop innovative…
IDECF Graduate Scholar Award Funder: IDEC Foundation Geographic Scope: Not specified Eligibility: Graduate students in interior design Focus Areas: Supporting graduate-level scholarship and research…
IDECF Special Projects Grant Funder: IDEC Foundation Geographic Scope: Not specified Focus Areas: Special projects advancing interior design education Status: Ongoing grant opportunity Contact:…
IDNR Historic Sites Field Trip Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department of Natural Resources Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary Overview Mission Statement To manage,…
IDSEF Classroom Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Idaho Stem Action Center Foundation Amount: US $100 - US $1,000 Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The IDSEF Classroom Support Grant aims to…
IDTANA Academic Scholarship Funder: Irish Dance Teachers Association of North America (IDTANA) Purpose: To recognize the accomplishments of dancers who excel both competitively/artistically and…
Idyllwild Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) Serving Riverside & San Bernardino Counties Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 04, 2026…
IEEE Computer Society Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: November 20, 2025 Summary The IEEE Computer Society Grant,…
IEEE Oceanic Society Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 20, 2025 Summary The IEEE Oceanic Society Grant,…
IES Annual Conference Young Professionals Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illuminating Engineering Society Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary The IES Annual…
IFCA Foundation Annual Scholarship Program Funder: Illinois Fire Chiefs Association Educational and Research Foundation (IFCERF) Geographic Scope: Illinois Program Description: The IFCA Foundation…
IFPTE College Scholarship Funder: IFPTE (International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers) / SPEEA IFPTE Local 2001 Geographic Scope: Available to SPEEA members and their families…
IFPTE Scholarship Funder: IFPTE (International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers) / SPEEA IFPTE Local 2001 Geographic Scope: Available to SPEEA members Focus Areas: Educational…
IFSA Minority Serving Institution Grant Status: Ongoing, available beginning Fall 2021 Geographic Scope: United States and Canada (students must attend home institutions in U.S. or Canada) Focus…
Ignite Grants Funder: St. Paul Jewish Federation Purpose: Support new or expanded programs that address unmet needs, foster connection, or offer fresh approaches to Jewish engagement Geographic…
Ignite Your Future Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Noble County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: January 10, 2026 Summary Overview Ignite Your Future Scholarships…
IIDA/IDEC Foundation Educator Diversity Award Funder: IIDA (International Interior Design Association) and IDEC Foundation Geographic Scope: Not specified Eligibility: Interior design educators Focus…
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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