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.

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Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jack Steele Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 17, 2025 Summary The Jack Steele Memorial Scholarship at Montana State University is…

The Marietta Kiwanis Foundationinc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jack Wilson First Generation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Marietta Kiwanis Foundationinc Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: January 31, 2026 Summary Overview We are about helping…

JACK IN THE BOX FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Helping people access and explore life outside the box At Jack in the Box, we know the value of being original. For over 70 years, our unique style and way of doing things has revolutionized…

FOUNDATION FOR APPALACHIAN OHIO · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jackson County Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: April 30, 2025 Summary The Jackson County Community…

CENTRAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jackson Family Phoenix Fund Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Alabama Community Foundation Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Jackson Family Phoenix Fund Scholarship, established…

EAST TEXAS COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jackson Huse Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: October 09, 2025 Summary The Jackson Huse Scholarship, offered by the…

NORTH CAROLINA SYMPHONY SOCIETY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Jackson Parkhurst Award for Special Achievement Funder: North Carolina Symphony Society Inc Geographic Scope: North Carolina Award Type: Recognition award for music educators Background Named for the…

HARTFORD FOUNDATION FOR PUBLIC GIVING · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jackson-Batchelder Family Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Hartford Gives Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Summary The Jackson-Batchelder Family…

BRADLEY FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jacob A. Bradley Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Bradley Family Foundation Last Updated: November 23, 2025 Summary The Jacob A. Bradley Memorial Scholarship, funded by the Bradley…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR PALM BEACH AND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jacob Branen Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Last Updated: January 11, 2026 Summary Overview Scholarships support…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jacob Sprinkle Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 23, 2025 Summary The Jacob Sprinkle Memorial Scholarship, established by…

SOUTHCOAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jacobs Family New Bedford High School Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Southcoast Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $35,000 Last Updated: December 26, 2025 Summary Overview About Us As a…

HANS AND CAY JACOBSEN CHARITABLE FOUNDAT · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jacobsen Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hans & Cay Jacobsen Charitable Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Hans & Cay Jacobsen Charitable Foundation is dedicated…

SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jacobsen Downs Endeavor Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: South Dakota Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary Overview Jacobsen Downs Endeavor…

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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