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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US $1,000 - US $5,000
JERRY METCALF FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jerry Metcalf Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jerry Metcalf Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary The Jerry Metcalf Foundation Grant, established in…

$2,500 per recipient (typically 2 recipients, $5,000 total)
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WHEAT · December 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Jerry Minore Scholarship Funder: National Wheat Foundation in partnership with BASF Status: Active and accepting applications Geographic Scope: United States Focus Areas: Agriculture education and…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jerry Newson Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 23, 2025 Summary The Jerry Newson Scholarship Fund, established by the…

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jerry Sharp Memorial Scholarship Application Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Last Updated: December 29, 2025 Summary Overview Our Mission The Community…

THE DAYTON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jerry Trimbach Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Dayton Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Jerry Trimbach Scholarship, established in 2004 by…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jerry Van Winkle Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Last Updated: January 04, 2026 Summary Overview The Community Foundation of NCW is…

JEWISH FEDERATION OF DELAWARE INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Jerusalem Study Fund Overview: The Jerusalem Study Fund is a permanent restricted endowment of the Jewish Fund for the Future. Geographic Scope: Delaware residents or students studying in Delaware…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jespen, Peter W., Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $2,150 Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The Jespen, Peter W. Scholarships, managed by the…

THE NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jesse and Hertha Adams Charitable Trust 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…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jesse and Ruth Long Education Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary Overview Jesse and Ruth Long Education Scholarship Award Varies…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ABILENE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jesse M. and Bernice M. Pyeatt Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Abilene Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 06, 2025 Summary The Jesse M. and Bernice M.…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MENDOCINO COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jesse Pittman Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Mendocino County Inc. Last Updated: October 20, 2025 Summary The Jesse Pittman Memorial Scholarship Fund,…

The Alaska Community Foundation · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Jessica Stevens Community Foundation Grant Cycle Geographic Scope: Talkeetna, Trapper Creek, Susitna and Caswell region, Alaska Total Available Funding: Approximately $12,000 per year Focus Areas: -…

$1,500 per academic department per academic year
ALPENA COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION · April 30, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Jessie C. James Emphasis on Learning (EOL) Grant Overview Funder: Alpena Community College Foundation Eligible Applicants: All ACC staff (faculty and staff) Geographic Scope: Internal to Alpena…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jessie F. Dalman Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of The Holland Zeeland Area Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the Jessie F. The next deadline…

CHAUTAUQUA REGION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Our Mission To assist, support, promote, and advance charitable, philanthropic, religious, educational, patriotic, health, and social purposes and objectives, to advance and promote human…

Up to US $50,000
JETBLUE GRANTS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

JetBlue Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Jetblue Grants Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The JetBlue Foundation is dedicated to enhancing…

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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