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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LEGACY SAN JOSE ALVISO YOUTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth foundation Last Updated: October 05, 2025 Summary The Legacy San Jose Alviso Youth Foundation Grant…

$40,000 per recipient
SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Legacy Scholarship Program Description: One of the largest college scholarship programs in the country, administered by the San Antonio Area Foundation. Award Amount: $40,000 toward college studies…

AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF NEVADA · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Legacy Scholarship Overview: Need-based scholarship for children of post-9/11 fallen service members or disabled veterans to support higher education. Geographic Scope: National Eligibility: -…

$40,000 per recipient
SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION GROUP RETURN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Legacy Scholarship Overview: One of the largest college scholarship programs in the country, providing substantial financial support to high school juniors for their college studies. Geographic…

CITY OF MUSKOGEE FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Legacy Scholarship Overview: Part of the City of Muskogee Foundation's scholarship program for graduating high school seniors. Key Details - Number of Awards: Six scholarships awarded annually -…

LEGACY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

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

Andrew Budraitis Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lehigh Valley High School Graduate Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Andrew Budraitis Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Lehigh Valley High School Graduate…

Andrew Budraitis Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lehigh Valley Veterans Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Andrew Budraitis Foundation Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: March 13, 2026 Summary The Lehigh Valley Veterans Scholarship, established…

DEARBORN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lehner Women Empowering Women Scholarship Purpose: Empower women of Dearborn County to improve their lives through education; assist non-traditional female students who have not had the opportunity…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MIDDLE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Leigh Carter Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The Leigh Carter Scholarship Fund, established by the…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NCW · Rolling / Open Foundation

LeMaster / Auvil Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Washington Last Updated: January 04, 2026 Summary Overview Note: This scholarship is occasionally paid…

THE LEMELSON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lemelson Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Lemelson Foundation Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary The Lemelson Foundation Grant supports initiatives in invention education and…

BPW/Maine Futurama Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lemieux­-Lovejoy Youth Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: BPW/Maine Futurama Foundation Amount: Up to US $3,000 Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The Lemieux-Lovejoy Youth Scholarship,…

BECKLEY AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lemma Fink Bowyer Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: March 11, 2026 Summary The Lemma Fink Bowyer Memorial Scholarship, managed by the Beckley…

SIOR FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Len Caldeira Scholarships Status: Active Geographic Scope: Illinois (Chicago area) Focus Areas: Real estate and related business education Eligibility: - Students at partner institutions including…

CHIEFS AMBASSADORS CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Len Dawson Scholarship Funder: Kansas City Chiefs and Hunt Family Foundation Overview: The Kansas City Chiefs and the Hunt Family Foundation are proud to celebrate the life and legacy of Len Dawson…

Over $400,000 (total annual awards to 200+ students)
LENAWEE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lenawee Community Foundation Scholarships Geographic Scope: Lenawee County, Michigan Focus Areas: Higher education and career training Background: The Lenawee Community Foundation administers…

EDUCATIONAL TESTING SERVICE · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lenora M. Green Scholarship Purpose: Awarded to a graduate student who shows outstanding commitment to civic engagement and a spirit of advocacy for serving individuals who have been systematically…

BERKSHIRE TACONIC COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lenox Education Enrichment Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Amount: US $100 - US $1,000 Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The Lenox Education…

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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