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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Up to $4,000 ($1,000 per year for up to 8 semesters)
LAKE COUNTRY POWER · January 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Les Beach Memorial High School Scholarship Funder: Lake Country Power Overview: The Lake Country Power Les Beach Memorial Scholarship is a renewable scholarship program for graduating high school…

THE NUCKOLLS FUND FOR LIGHTING EDUC · January 6, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Lesley Wheel Grant Overview: Grant program supporting lighting education (specific details limited in provided materials). Geographic Scope: United States Key Details: - Part of Nuckolls Fund grant…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS OF THE HUDSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Leslie C. and Irene G. Roe Athletic Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: January 07, 2026 Summary Easily learn more…

BECKLEY AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Leslie E. Lilly and Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The Leslie E. Lilly and Family Scholarship, managed by the Beckley…

EAST TEXAS COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Leslie Reid Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation Amount: US $1,250 Last Updated: October 08, 2025 Summary The Leslie Reid Memorial Scholarship,…

OREGON COUNTRY FAIR · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Leslie Scott Imagine Grant Award Overview: An annual award given to a funded project through the Bill Wooten Endowment Fund that best represents former OCF General Manager Leslie Scott's…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Leslie V. Forte Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: December 14, 2025 Summary The Leslie V. Forte…

LESSER FRANKLIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lesser Franklin Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lesser Franklin Charitable Foundation Last Updated: July 21, 2025 Summary The Lesser Franklin Charitable Foundation Grant supports…

THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lester Little Ag Education Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary The Lester Little Ag Education Scholarship, offered by…

THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lester Little Music Education Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary The Lester Little Music Education Scholarship,…

THE MUSKINGUM COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lester Little Nursing Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Muskingum County Community Foundation Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary The Lester Little Nursing Scholarship, offered by the…

Pendleton Foundation Trust · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Let 'er Duck Scholarship Funder: Pendleton Foundation Trust Eligibility: Pendleton High School students Overview: Named scholarship program through the Pendleton Foundation Trust supporting local…

DUNCAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Letha Smith Nursing Scholarship Background: This scholarship was established by an anonymous donor to help students achieve their dream of becoming a nurse. Focus Areas: Nursing education Recipients…

Indiana Native Plant Society · Rolling / Open Foundation

Letha's Youth Outdoors Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Indiana Native Plant Society Amount: US $50 - US $700 Last Updated: September 11, 2024 Summary Letha's Youth Outdoors Fund Grant provides…

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Leticia Diniega Health Care Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hawai'i Community Foundation Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary Overview NOTE: The Application deadline is represented by…

$17,000 per year for up to 4 years
Extraordinary Education Family Learning · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

LeTourneau University Dual Credit Scholarship Funder: LeTourneau University (partner with Extraordinary Education) Geographic Scope: Students enrolled in dual credit courses through LeTourneau…

MARYLAND AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

LETS GRO Together Grant Status: Listed on MAEF Grants and Teacher Awards page Geographic Scope: Maryland Contact Information: - Maryland Agricultural Education Foundation, Inc. (MAEF) - P.O. Box 536,…

US $14,000 - US $25,000
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SERVING WESTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Letter of Intent Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia Amount: US $14,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary The Letter of Intent Grant…

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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