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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HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Janet Y. Sato Na Lima Paheona Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Janet Y. Sato Na Lima Paheona Scholarship Fund…

Up to US $5,000
BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Janet's Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary Janet's Fund Grant, established in memory of Janet…

JANICE SEAGRAVES FAMILY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Janice Seagraves Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Janice Seagraves Family Foundation Inc Last Updated: December 01, 2025 Summary The Janice Seagraves Family Foundation Grant supports…

FAITH FAMILY EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Janice Varnell Alumni Scholarship Funder: Faith Family Education Foundation Inc (TX, US) Status: Active Geographic Scope: Texas (Faith Family Academy alumni) Focus Areas: Financial assistance for…

CUMBERLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Janie Chavis Lucas Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc. Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary Overview Cumberland Community Foundation ("CCF") manages more…

JANIS CHAPMAN MERRILL FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Janis Chapman Merrill Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Janis Chapman Merrill Foundation Last Updated: May 14, 2025 Summary The Janis Chapman Merrill Foundation Grant aims to support 501(c)(3)…

UNITED STATES - JAPAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Japanese Teaching Material Purchase Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United States-Japan Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: January 30, 2026 Summary The Japanese Teaching Material Purchase…

UNITED STATES - JAPAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Japanese-Language Education Project Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United States-Japan Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: March 12, 2026 Summary The Japanese-Language Education Project…

UNITED STATES - JAPAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Japanese-Language Learners Event Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: United States-Japan Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: January 18, 2026 Summary The Japanese-Language Learners Event Grant,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

JAREA-Kathryn Mary Swingle Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Last Updated: September 11, 2025 Summary The JAREA-Kathryn Mary Swingle…

NEW ROCHELLE FUND FOR EDUCATIONAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Jared Bergman Memorial Award Program Overview The Jared Bergman Memorial Award is given to a graduating NRHS student who embodies the qualities that made Jared's life meaningful. Eligibility…

COASTAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SOUTH · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jasiri L.K. Whipper Scholarship Endowment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina Amount: Approximately US $1,000 Last Updated: February 06, 2026 Summary The…

Full funding for all ARE sections plus study materials
AIA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Jason Pettigrew Memorial ARE Scholarship Overview: Annual scholarship recognizing the significant contributions of emerging professionals at early stages in their careers and helping defray costs…

Jasper Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jasper Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jasper Community Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Jasper Community Foundation Grant supports projects that enhance the…

Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jaspers Family Foundation Fund of Worth County Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: October 20, 2025 Summary The Jaspers…

AUSTIN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Javier Niño Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Austin Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary Overview Javier Niño Memorial Scholarship Fund…

THE NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND · Rolling / Open Foundation

JAWS for Windows Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: National Federation Of The Blind Inc Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary Overview About Us Who We Are The National…

COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jay Cash Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary Overview The Columbus Foundation In 1943, during the darkness of…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS OF THE HUDSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jay Lamando Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Amount: US $500 Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundations of the Hudson…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jay Lampton Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Amount: US $700 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Jay Lampton Memorial Scholarship,…

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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