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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BUSINESS LEADERSHIP ORGANIZED FOR · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Latino Enrollment Institute Scholarship Program Organization: Business Leadership Organized for Catholic Schools (BLOCS) in partnership with University of Notre Dame Description: Initiative launched…

THE OREGON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Latino Partnership Program - Small Grants Established in 2013, The Latino Partnership Program (LPP) is a statewide program of Oregon Community Foundation (OCF) that addresses the challenges…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Latino Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary Overview The Community Foundation of…

LEGACY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Latinos Count Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy Foundation: Lake County's Community Foundation Amount: More than US $1,000 Last Updated: January 04, 2026 Summary Overview About Legacy…

Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Latinos in Technology Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Silicon Valley Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $18,000 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Latinos in Technology…

HISPANIC CENTER OF WESTERN MICHIGAN INC · January 10, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Latinx Youth Conference Scholarship Award: Four laptops for eighth-grade students Geographic Scope: West Michigan schools Eligibility: - Enrolled as an eighth-grade student at a West Michigan school…

LOS ANGELES TRIAL LAWYERS' CHARITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

LATLC Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Charities Last Updated: April 12, 2025 Summary The Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Charities (LATLC) is dedicated to improving the quality of…

LOS ANGELES TRIAL LAWYERS' CHARITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

LATLC Scholarships Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Charities Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: February 28, 2026 Summary The LATLC Scholarships, established by the Los Angeles…

Lattner Family Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lattner Family Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lattner Family Foundation Inc Last Updated: January 17, 2026 Summary The Lattner Family Foundation, established in 2006 and located in Delray…

PURPLE MAIA FOUNDATION · May 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Lau Maiʻa Scholarship Funder: Purple Maiʻa Foundation (Hawaiʻi-based education technology nonprofit) Award Amount: $1,000 per recipient Geographic Scope: United States (2-year or 4-year…

CHICAGO PUBLIC EDUCATION FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

LAUNCH - Principal Preparation Program Overview: A principal preparation program designed and seeded by The Chicago Public Education Fund to develop aspiring principals for leadership positions in…

Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Laura A. Lujan Autry Scholarship Fund Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation Amount: US $1,750 Last Updated: December 03, 2025 Summary The Laura A. Lujan…

CHARLES W & LAURA B FRICK IRR · Rolling / Open Foundation

Laura B. Frick Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Laura B. Frick Charitable Trust Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Summary The Laura B. Frick Charitable Trust Grant supports nonprofit…

LAURA B VOGLER FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Laura B. Vogler Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Laura B. Vogler Foundation Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Laura B. Vogler Foundation provides one-time grants to organizations…

Institute of Museum and Library Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program: Forum Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Institute of Museum and Library Services Amount: US $75,000 - US $200,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary…

Institute of Museum and Library Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program: Planning Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Institute of Museum and Library Services Amount: US $75,000 - US $200,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary…

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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