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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John Wood Community College Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

JWCC Foundation Achievement Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John Wood Community College Foundation Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The JWCC Foundation Achievement Scholarship supports…

John Wood Community College Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

JWCC/Frederick Ball Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John Wood Community College Foundation Amount: US $500 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The JWCC/Frederick Ball Scholarship offers…

The Joe W and Dorothy D Brown · Rolling / Open Foundation

JWDDBF: Service Learning Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Joe W & Dorothy Dorsett Brown Foundation Last Updated: March 23, 2026 Summary The JWDDBF Service Learning Program, administered by the…

Pulitzer Center · Rolling / Open Foundation

K-12 Education Grant : Global Health Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pulitzer Center Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The K-12 Education Grant Program by the Pulitzer Center…

$300 - $1,500
IDAHO HUMANITIES COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

K-12 Grants Overview: The Idaho Humanities Council awards K-12 grants to support humanities education in Idaho classrooms. Staff select K-12 grant recipients on a rolling basis throughout the year.…

Maine Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

K. William Wiseman Engineering Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The K. William Wiseman Engineering Scholarship, established…

Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

K.C. Kinch Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Silicon Valley Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 03, 2026 Summary The K.C. Kinch Scholarship, established in 2017…

IR TUA KD&ML STEADLEY CHARITABLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

K.D. and M.L. Steadley Memorial Trust Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: K.D. and M.L. Steadley Memorial Trust Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: March 29, 2026 Summary The K.D. and M.L.…

FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

K12 Strong Workforce Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation For California Community Colleges Amount: Up to US $2,000,000 Last Updated: September 05, 2025 Summary The K12 Strong Workforce…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Ka'iulani Home For Girls Trust Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: November 10, 2025 Summary The Ka'iulani Home For Girls Trust Scholarship supports…

Fund For Education Abroad · Rolling / Open Foundation

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

Up to US $100,000
KOREAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

KACF: Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Korean American Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: July 22, 2025 Summary The Korean American Community Foundation (KACF) offers…

KOREAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

KACF: Community Grants (NY/NJ) Status: ACTIVE Funder: Korean American Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: July 11, 2025 Summary The Korean American Community Foundation…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _Note: The Letters of Recommendation deadline is represented by the Letter of Inquiry deadline and the Application deadline is represented by the Full Proposal deadline._ Kahiau Scholarship…

THE KAHLERT FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kahlert Foundation Maryland Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kahlert Foundation Inc Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Kahlert Foundation Maryland Grant aims to enhance community well-being by…

THE KAHLERT FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kahlert Foundation Utah Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Kahlert Foundation Inc Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Kahlert Foundation Utah Grant supports nonprofit organizations in Salt Lake,…

KUTZTOWN AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT EDUCATION · May 14, 2026 · Annual Foundation

KAHS Senior Awards Overview: Annual awards ceremony honoring the graduating Class of Kutztown Area High School and celebrating their outstanding achievements. Event Details: - Date: May 14-15, 2026 -…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Kahuku Wind Community Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: May 19, 2025 Summary The Kahuku Wind Community Fund, established by the…

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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