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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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Luthra Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin Last Updated: January 05, 2026 Summary The Luthra Family Scholarship, administered by the…

La Vernia Education Foundation · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

LVEF Special Funding Request Form Funder: La Vernia Education Foundation (LVEF) Geographic Scope: La Vernia ISD, Texas Overview: This form provides a means for La Vernia ISD administration and staff…

POUDRE SCHOOL DISTRICT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lynch Family Scholarship Status: Info coming soon Program Type: Student scholarship Geographic Scope: Poudre School District, Fort Collins, Colorado Contact Information: - PO Box 270338, Fort…

THE LYNCH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lynch Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lynch Foundation Last Updated: October 16, 2025 Summary The Lynch Foundation Grant supports not-for-profit organizations in the Greater Boston area,…

ANN ARBOR AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lynda Andrus Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The Lynda Andrus Memorial Scholarship Fund, managed by…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE FOX VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lynn and Roger Van Vreede Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Summary The Lynn and Roger Van Vreede Scholarship…

THE FOUNDATION FOR ENHANCING COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lynn E. Poffenberger Memorial Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The Lynn E.…

WHATCOM COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Lynn Heimsoth Memorial Scholarship Geographic Scope: Bellingham school district, Whatcom County, Washington Focus Areas: Education, social justice, equity, first-generation college students Award…

BECKLEY AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lynn Thornhill Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beckley Area Foundation Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary The Lynn Thornhill Scholarship, managed by the Beckley Area Foundation, supports…

DELAWARE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lynn W. Williams Natural Science Education Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delaware Community Foundation Amount: US $250 - US $500 Last Updated: January 21, 2026 Summary The Lynn W. Williams…

NORTHERN PIEDMONT COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lynne Goldsborough Yowell Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Northern Piedmont Community Foundation Last Updated: March 16, 2026 Summary The Lynne Goldsborough Yowell Scholarship, managed by…

GRAND HAVEN AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lynne Sherwood Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Lynne Sherwood Scholarship, offered by the Grand Haven Area…

LYON FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Lyon Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lyon Foundation Last Updated: January 10, 2026 Summary The E.H. Lyon and Melody Lyon Foundation, established in 1972, focuses on supporting charitable,…

Maine Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

M. Alton French Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Maine Community Foundation Last Updated: October 18, 2025 Summary The M. Alton French Scholarship Fund, established by the Maine…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

M. Etta Jennings Nursing Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation Of The Dan River Region Last Updated: January 10, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the M. The next…

SELF REGIONAL HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

M. John and Drenda Heydel Respiratory Scholarship Overview: This scholarship has been established in honor of former Self Regional Healthcare President and CEO, John Heydel and his wife, Drenda…

MB AND EDNA ZALE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

M.B. & Edna Zale Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: M.B. & Edna Zale Foundation Last Updated: September 30, 2025 Summary The M.B. & Edna Zale Foundation Grant aims to support individuals and…

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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