Innovation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Carolina Department of Education Last Updated: June 04, 2025 Summary The Innovation Grant Program, offered by the South Carolina Department of Education,…
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.
Innovation Grant Program Funder: National University System Overview: The National University System launched an Innovation Grant Program that encourages faculty and staff to develop innovative…
Innovation Grant Program - Educator Grants Overview: Since 2021, the Upper Dublin Education Foundation has awarded more than $180,000 in educator grants to enhance the educational experience for…
Innovation Grant Program - Student Grants Overview: UDEF supports students' big ideas through a student grant program. Since the pilot in 2022, the foundation has awarded grants to student projects…
Innovation Grants Overview: Innovation Grants are awarded to recognize and support excellence in teaching by providing funds to enhance school curriculum. Canyons District educators are encouraged to…
Innovation Grants Status: Active Geographic Scope: Cabrillo Unified School District (CUSD), Half Moon Bay, CA Overview: CEF offers Innovation Grants to support creative and innovative educational…
Innovation Grants Overview: Austin Ed Fund believes that transformational educational ideas often come from teachers, students, and administrators within the district. Innovation Grants are open…
Innovation Hub Overview: Ideas Beyond Borders' Innovation Hub offers small grants to people with bold ideas without the bureaucracy, corruption, and red tape typical of traditional grant processes.…
Innovation in Career Services Grants Funder: Strada Education Foundation Inc Status: Completed program (8 institutions already awarded) Award Amount: $300,000 per institution Focus Area: Quality…
Innovation in Education Grant Organization: Sioux Falls Public Schools Education Foundation Geographic Scope: Sioux Falls Public Schools (SD, US) Purpose: Awards funding for educational innovation…
Innovation in Education Grant Alternate Name: Paul Ruth Innovation in Education Grant Overview: The Innovation in Education Grant fuels bold, creative projects that help students grow. Grants are…
Innovation in Education Grants Program Type: Grant program for educators Overview: LEF makes direct investments in unique learning concepts and programs, supporting educators' good ideas within and…
Innovation in Education Monthly Grant - Organization: LA Tutors - Type: Foundation Grant
Innovations in Education Overview: Classroom grants for teachers with innovative ideas for learning that may not be covered by normal classroom and school budgets. Geographic Scope: New Haven Unified…
Innovations in Education Grants Program Overview The Innovation in Education grant program supports the innovation and creativity of Somerville educators in their pursuit of a high quality and…
Overview _NOTE: Our grant process starts with an eligibility quiz, a short form Letter of Intent, and a Full Proposal by invitation only._ Our Mission The Longview Foundation seeks to build a more…
Innovative Bridge and Transition Grant (IL) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Community College Board Amount: US $50,000 - US $375,000 Last Updated: December 13, 2025 Summary The Innovative Bridge and…
Innovative Education Fund Grant: Innovation for Impact Fund Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Foundation for Public Education (GFPE) Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: March 07, 2026 Summary The…
Innovative Education Fund Grant: Prototype/Expansion Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Foundation for Public Education (GFPE) Amount: US $25,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: February 04, 2026…
Innovative Education Fund Grants Funder: The Georgia Foundation for Public Education (GFPE) Award Amount: $25,000 - $50,000 Geographic Scope: Georgia public schools and school systems Focus Areas:…
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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