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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Association For Surgical Education Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Linnea Hauge, PhD, Promising Educational Scholar Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Association For Surgical Education Inc Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The Linnea Hauge, PhD, Promising…

Carolinas Credit Union Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lion's Share Federal Credit Union Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Carolinas Credit Union Foundation Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: December 27, 2025 Summary Overview For 30 years, the…

THE LIONHEART CHARITABLE TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lionheart Charitable Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lionheart Charitable Trust Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The Lionheart Charitable Trust Grant aims to protect the environment and…

THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lippert-Sizemore Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: November 17, 2025 Summary The Lippert-Sizemore…

Lipscomb Family Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lipscomb Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lipscomb Family Foundation Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The Lipscomb Family Foundation Grant supports youth development in the South…

COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lisa La Londe-Cox Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary Overview Lisa La Londe-Cox Memorial Scholarship…

WATERLOO COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Lisa McKinstry Memorial Fund Purpose: Support the advancement of the student experience within the WCSD, allowing students to further their passions, life skills, and other interests to become…

CROWN POINT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lisa Schaefer Stover Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Crown Point Community Foundation Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Lisa Schaefer Stover Scholarship, administered by the Crown…

SAN ANTONIO AREA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lisa Walder Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Lisa Walder Scholarship Fund, managed by the San Antonio Area…

DEFIANCE AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lisa Yoder Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Defiance Area Foundation Inc. Last Updated: February 15, 2026 Summary The Lisa Yoder Scholarship Fund, established by the Defiance Area…

California Department of Education · Rolling / Open Foundation

Literacy Coaches and Reading Specialists Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Department of Education Amount: More than US $450,000 Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The Literacy…

California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom · Rolling / Open Foundation

Literacy for Life Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom Amount: Up to US $500 Last Updated: August 21, 2025 Summary The Literacy for Life Grants, funded…

POUDRE SCHOOL DISTRICT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Literacy Ignite Grants Program Type: Classroom grant program for PSD educators Overview: Each school year the PSD Foundation provides funding for vital access to educational and developmental…

IOWA ASSOCIATION OF COMMUNITY ACTION · July 1, 2026 · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Literacy Opportunity Fund Award Amount: $3,000 - $6,000 Deadlines: Quarterly (1/3, 4/1, 7/1, 10/1); applications accepted year-round

IOWA COMMUNITY ACTION ASSOCIATION · October 1, 2026 · Quarterly Foundation

Literacy Opportunity Fund Award Amount: $3,000 - $6,000 Application Deadlines: - 2026-01-03 (passed) - 2026-04-01 (passed) - 2026-07-01 (upcoming) - 2026-10-01 (upcoming) - Applications accepted…

PROLITERACY WORLDWIDE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Literacy Opportunity Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: ProLiteracy Amount: Up to US $6,000 Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Summary The Literacy Opportunity Fund, supported by the Nora Roberts…

STONEWALL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Apply for a scholarship We take education seriously, knowing that it has the power to help LGBTQ+ people overcome complex social and economic barriers. For over 20 years, we have partnered…

INITIATIVE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Little Falls Education Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Initiative Foundation Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The Little Falls Education Foundation Grant, managed by the Initiative…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Little Joe Trust Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc. Amount: Up to US $2,000 Last Updated: November 17, 2025 Summary The Little Joe Trust Scholarship,…

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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