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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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…

AMERICAN INDIAN COLLEGE FUND · May 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

American Indian College Fund Scholarships Funder: American Indian College Fund Website: collegefund.org Academic Year: 2026-2027 Program Overview The American Indian College Fund offers scholarships…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

THE TIWAHE FOUNDATION · September 15, 2026 · Semi-annual Foundation

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…

CROWN POINT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

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 · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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:…

Up to $20,000 for children of the fallen; Up to $5,000 for children of disabled veterans
Pennsylvania American Legion Housing for Homeless Veterans Corp · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

American Legion Legacy Scholarship Status: Active Geographic Scope: United States (Pennsylvania Department of American Legion) Focus Areas: Educational support for eligible military families…

BECKLEY AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

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…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

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 · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

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 -…

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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