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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Full tuition, required fees, and books/equipment for 4 years
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · August 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Geographic Scope: Franklin County, Indiana Award Details: Full tuition, required fees, and special allocation for required books and equipment for four years of…

PARKE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Funder: Parke County Community Foundation Inc (in partnership with Lilly Endowment) Geographic Scope: Parke County, Indiana Focus Areas: Post-secondary education…

NOBLE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Noble County Community Foundation Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship, administered…

Full tuition plus required fees and up to $900/year for books and equipment (4 years)
DEARBORN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Purpose: Help raise the level of educational attainment in Indiana and leverage Indiana's community foundations to enhance quality of life. Geographic Scope:…

OSI FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Book Stipend Funder: Community Foundation of Southern Indiana (administered through Lilly Endowment) Geographic Scope: Clark and Floyd County, Southern Indiana…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Elkhart County Last Updated: December 06, 2025 Summary The Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship offers a…

Full tuition + up to $900/year for books and equipment
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program (LECSP) Overview: A competitive scholarship program providing full tuition coverage and additional support for undergraduate education at eligible…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF HANCOCK · September 10, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program Funder: Lilly Endowment Administrator: Community Foundation of Hancock County (CFHC) Geographic Scope: Hancock County, Indiana Award: Full four-year…

Full tuition, required fees, and $900/year for books/equipment for 4 years
PORTER COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · August 27, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program (LECSP) Funder: Lilly Endowment Inc (administered locally by Porter County Community Foundation) Geographic Scope: Porter County, Indiana (program…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Grant County, Indiana Inc Last Updated: February 03, 2026 Summary The Lilly Endowment Community…

MARSHALL COUNTY COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Lilly Endowment's GIFT VII Community Leadership Grant Overview: One-time $100,000 grant awarded to Marshall County Community Foundation to strengthen its leadership capacity and support community…

The Lima Community Foundation · March 15, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Lima Community Foundation Scholarships Geographic Scope: Allen County area, Ohio (Lima City, Shawnee Local, Elida Local, Lima Central Catholic High School, Rhodes State College) Overview: The Lima…

FOUNDATION FOR THE CAROLINAS · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lincoln County Community Foundation Grant Cycle Status: ACTIVE Funder: Foundation for the Carolinas Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: April 17, 2025 Summary The Lincoln County Community…

The R.O.S.E. Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lincoln Financial Textbook Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The R.O.S.E. Foundation Last Updated: February 16, 2026 Summary The Lincoln Financial Textbook Scholarship, offered by the R.O.S.E.…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER DUBUQUE · Rolling / Open Foundation

LincolnWay Community Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque Amount: More than Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The LincolnWay Community Foundation…

Montana State University · Rolling / Open Foundation

Linda and Larry Hughes Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montana State University Last Updated: December 07, 2025 Summary The Linda and Larry Hughes Family Scholarship at Montana State…

CONVOY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Linda Bower Scholarship Amount: $1,000 (2 scholarships available) Geographic Scope: Crestview students Focus Areas: Any major Eligibility: - Pursuing 2-year or 4-year degree - GPA/Rank important, not…

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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