Grants for Education

Last updated June 18, 2026

There are currently 15,385 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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.

15,385 grants
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What grants for education are open right now?

THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Anne Gilbert Visual Arts Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Last Updated: October 05, 2025 Summary The Anne Gilbert Visual Arts Scholarship, offered by the…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Anne Marie Muhs Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 02, 2025 Summary The Anne Marie Muhs Memorial Scholarship at Montana State University…

School for Advanced Research (SAR) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Anne Ray Internship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: School for Advanced Research (SAR) Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The Anne Ray Internship at the School for Advanced Research (SAR) offers two…

Unspecified amount in in-kind support
MAINE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Anne Sheehan Political Action Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Education Association Amount: Unspecified amount in in-kind support Last Updated: January 22, 2026 Summary The Anne Sheehan…

Maine Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Annette M. Brown Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The Annette M. Brown Scholarship Fund, established by the Maine…

Annie Lee Robbins Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Annie Lee Robbins Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Annie Lee Robbins Foundation Last Updated: January 10, 2026 Summary The Annie Lee Robbins Foundation Grant supports initiatives that enhance…

THE SAVANNAH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Annie Morgan Scholarship Geographic Scope: Savannah, GA Eligibility: - Members or children of members of Thankful Baptist Church located in Savannah, GA - Graduating high school seniors Status: 2026…

THE SAVANNAH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Annie Morgan Scholarship Renewal Geographic Scope: Savannah, GA Eligibility: - Recipients who were awarded the Annie Morgan Scholarship for the previous academic year Status: 2026 application process…

HAMILTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Annita Kay Thomas Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hamilton Community Foundation (Aurora, NE) Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Annita Kay Thomas Memorial Scholarship…

ANNMARIE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

AnnMarie Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Annmarie Foundation Inc. Last Updated: March 15, 2026 Summary The AnnMarie Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Wisconsin that were…

FAIRMONT STATE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Annual (Impact) Scholarship Fund Purpose: Establish scholarship funds that provide annual awards to students immediately. Key Features: - Immediate Impact: Can be awarded as soon as funding minimum…

NAVAJO COUNTY FRIENDS OF CASA INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Annual Back-to-School Clothing and Supplies Program Organization: Navajo County Friends of CASA Geographic Scope: Navajo County, Arizona Timing: Fall (annually) Eligibility: - All school-aged…

$48,000+ total (60+ grants awarded annually)
COUNCIL BLUFFS SCHOOLS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Annual Classroom Grants Program Overview: The Council Bluffs Schools Foundation awards classroom grants to teachers in the Council Bluffs Community School District to enhance teaching and learning.…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EAST CENTRAL · Rolling / Open Foundation

Annual Community Commitment Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of East Central Illinois Amount: US $500 - US $7,500 Last Updated: July 24, 2024 Summary The Annual Community Commitment…

THE GREATER JEFFERSON COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Annual Community Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Greater Jefferson County Foundation Last Updated: April 20, 2025 Summary The Annual Community Grant by the Greater Jefferson County Foundation…

$5,001 or greater
CASS COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Annual Competitive Grants Funder: Cass County Community Foundation Inc (IN, US) Geographic Scope: Cass County, Indiana Focus Areas: - Promoting Education - Enhancing Humanity - Advancing Community…

THE NATIONAL SOCIETY OF COLONIAL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Annual CUNY Graduate Center Educational Award Funder: The National Society of Colonial Dames in the State of New York (NSCDNY) Overview: For 57 years, NSCDNY has partnered with CUNY graduate programs…

Varies (historical range: $1,095 - $313,000)
BYRAM HILLS EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Annual District Grants Program Funder: Byram Hills Education Foundation Inc (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Byram Hills Central School District, NY (four schools: Coman Hill, Wampus, H.C. Crittenden…

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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