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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JACK KENT COOKE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Jack Kent Cooke Foundation The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation is dedicated to advancing the education of exceptionally promising students who have financial need. Since 2000, the Foundation has…

US $1,000 - US $2,500
Junior League of Birmingham Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

JLB Academic Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Junior League Of Birmingham Inc Amount: US $1,000 - US $2,500 Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The JLB Academic Scholarship, provided by…

Junior League of Birmingham Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

JLB Grant Application Funder: Junior League of Birmingham Inc (AL, US) Geographic Scope: Birmingham, Alabama area Focus Areas: - Advancing Education & Culture - Improving Health & Well-being -…

Junior League of Birmingham Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

JLB Scholarship Funder: Junior League of Birmingham Inc (AL, US) Geographic Scope: Birmingham, Alabama area Contact: Junior League of Birmingham, Inc., 2212 20th Ave. South, Birmingham, AL 35223,…

Up to $2,500 per scholarship
JACK L DAVIES NAPA VALLEY AGRICULTURAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

JLD High School Scholarship Organization: Jack L. Davies Napa Valley Agricultural Land Preservation Fund (JLD Ag Fund) Mission Alignment: Support for Napa County's graduating high school seniors…

The Junior League of Houston Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

JLH: Community Assistance Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Junior League Of Houston Inc Last Updated: May 28, 2025 Summary The JLH Community Assistance Grant supports projects in the greater Houston…

The Junior League of Houston Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

JLH: Community Assistance Pilot Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Junior League Of Houston Inc Amount: US $10,000 Last Updated: May 28, 2025 Summary The Junior League of Houston is introducing…

JUNIOR LEAGUE OF LAS VEGAS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Community Grant Program The Junior League of Las Vegas appreciates your commitment to the Las Vegas community and taking the time to share your vision for the community. For nearly 80 years,…

THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF READING PA INC · Closed · Annual Foundation

JLR Scholarship Funder: The Junior League of Reading, PA, Inc. Award Amount: $5,000 to one young woman Geographic Scope: Berks County, Pennsylvania Eligibility: - Must have graduated or will be…

JUNIOR LEAGUE OF SAN ANTONIO INC · Closed · Annual Foundation

JLSA Community Grants Program Funder: Junior League of San Antonio Inc (San Antonio, TX, US) Purpose: Each spring, the Junior League of San Antonio awards cash grants to organizations to help fund…

Varies ($1 - $4 years; ranging from $1,000+ per year)
JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY REAL ESTATE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

JMU Foundation Scholarships Program Type: Multiple merit and need-based scholarships administered through JMU Foundation Program Overview: - JMU provides more than 400 scholarships annually to…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Jo Douglass Nursing Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Jo Douglass Nursing Scholarship Fund, established by Lima…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

JoAhn Brown Nash Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: August 23, 2025 Summary The JoAhn Brown Nash Memorial Scholarship Fund,…

LEGACY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joan and Ernest Berry Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy Foundation: Lake County's Community Foundation Last Updated: January 01, 2026 Summary Overview About Legacy Foundation Legacy…

JOAN AND TIM FENTON FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview About The Joan and Tim Fenton Foundation is a non-profit corporation established by Joan and Tim Fenton for the purpose of promoting charitable, artistic, religious, educational, literary…

Community Foundation of the Lowcountry · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joan and Wade Webster Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry Last Updated: October 20, 2025 Summary The Joan and Wade Webster Scholarship Program,…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WEST TEXAS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Joan Bailey Merritt Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of West Texas Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Joan Bailey Merritt Scholarship, established by Mr. and Mrs.…

BRIDGES MEDICAL CENTER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Joan Basgen Scholarship Funder: Essentia Health Duluth Area Volunteer Service Organization Geographic Scope: Duluth Area, Minnesota Background: The Duluth Area Volunteer Service Organization has…

NORTHERN PINES MEDICAL CENTER · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Joan Basgen Scholarship Funder: Essentia Health - Duluth Area Volunteer Service Organization Geographic Scope: Duluth Area, Minnesota Background: The Duluth Area Volunteer Service Organization has…

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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