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
State/ Foundation
Updated daily
THE HARBORONE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

James W. Blake "Catalyst" Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Harborone Foundation Amount: US $25,000 Last Updated: March 31, 2026 Summary The James W. Blake 'Catalyst' Award aims to accelerate the…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

James W. Hardaway Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Louisville Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the James…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

James W. Moore Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Amount: US $190 Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The James W. Moore Scholarship is an annual award…

QUAD CITIES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

James W. Victor Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Quad Cities Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $40,000 Last Updated: August 27, 2025 Summary The James W. Victor Scholarship, administered…

National Association For The Advancement Of Colored People · Rolling / Open Foundation

James Weldon Johnson Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Association For The Advancement Of Colored People Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: April 03, 2026 Summary Overview James Weldon…

CHAUTAUQUA REGION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jamestown Sister City Affiliation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary Overview Chautauqua Region Community Foundation…

MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF BROADCASTERS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Jamie McKibbin Memorial Broadcasting Scholarship Overview: The Jamie McKibbin Memorial Scholarship Fund, through the MAB Foundation, has been established to honor Jamie McKibbin's legacy and love for…

THE JAMIE PARSLEY FAMILY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jamie Parsley Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jamie Parsley Family Foundation Inc Last Updated: May 12, 2025 Summary The Jamie Parsley Family Foundation Grant offers funding for a wide…

Perry County Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jamon L. Burchett Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Perry County Community Foundation Amount: US $1,490 Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Jamon L. The…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jamye Johnson Smith Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 23, 2025 Summary The Jamye Johnson Smith Memorial Scholarship,…

BECKLEY AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jan and Margaret Datsko Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: March 03, 2026 Summary Overview Note: BAF’s application process uses a ‘universal approach’…

Fund For Education Abroad · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jan Kieling Rainbow Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fund For Education Abroad Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Jan Kieling Rainbow Scholarship,…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jan Langston Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: October 01, 2025 Summary The Jan Langston Memorial…

Jandy Ammons Foundation · Rolling / Open State

Jandy Ammons Foundation grant program: improve local communities through innovative, project-driven endeavors that will enhance wildlife habitats, park settings, educational surroundings, artistic…

QUAD CITIES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jane & Clem Werner Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Quad Cities Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: August 27, 2025 Summary The Jane & Clem Werner Scholarship, funded…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ABILENE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jane A. Rhodes Young Life Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Abilene Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Jane A. Rhodes Young Life…

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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