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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 federal and 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.
What grants for education are open right now?
American Indian College Fund Scholarship - High School Student Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Indian College Fund Amount: US $2,000 - US $3,000 Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The…
American Indian Education Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The American Indian Education Scholarship at Montana State…
American Indian Family Empowerment Program (AIFEP) Program Overview: AIFEP creates pathways for American Indians to reach their goals, on their own terms, through microgrants. The program values…
American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) Honolulu Chapter Scholarship Fund in Memory of Jane Suganuma Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 07, 2025…
American Italian Benevolent Society Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crown Point Community Foundation Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The American Italian Benevolent Society…
American Lawyers Alliance Teacher of the Year Award Funder: American Lawyers Alliance (ALA) Purpose: To recognize and honor outstanding teachers of civics and law-related education Award Type:…
American Legion Legacy Scholarship Status: Active Geographic Scope: United States (Pennsylvania Department of American Legion) Focus Areas: Educational support for eligible military families…
American Legion Post #70 Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The American Legion Post #70 Scholarship, managed by the Beckley Area…
American Legion Post 27 Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: February 01, 2026 Summary The American Legion Post 27 Scholarship,…
American Legion Post 39 Scholarship Overview: A scholarship awarded to support students pursuing higher education, particularly in nursing and healthcare fields. Focus Areas: - Nursing degrees -…
American Marketing Association NY Capital Region Chapter Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Last Updated: March 07, 2026 Summary The…
American Public Works Association (APWA) Colorado Chapter's Jack Bruce Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: ACEC Colorado Scholarship & Education Foundation Amount: US $3,500 Last…
American Society of Civil Engineers Student Chapter Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: January 10, 2026 Summary Overview American Society of Civil…
American Thoracic Society: Student Scholars Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: American Thoracic Society Inc Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary The American Thoracic Society's Student Scholars…
American Truck Historical Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: December 29, 2025 Summary Overview Our Mission…
Americanism Elementary School Poster Contest Organization: Sons of the American Revolution Foundation Geographic Scope: United States (competition begins at local chapter level) Eligibility: -…
Americanism Essay Contest Overview: Annual patriotic essay competition sponsored by the Connecticut Elks Association through its Americanism Committee, part of the national Benevolent and Protective…
Americanism Essay Contest Geographic Scope: Washington State Overview: Annual essay contest sponsored by the Washington State Elks Association to promote Americanism among youth. Eligibility: Open to…
AmeriCorps Program Program Type: Federally-funded service program Geographic Scope: Massachusetts Description: AmeriCorps is a federally-supported national network of programs that engages nearly…
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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