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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THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF · Rolling / Open Foundation

Major Allen Broussard Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation of Louisville Amount: US $1,500 Last Updated: January 03, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of…

$3,001 - $10,000
HUMANITIES IOWA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Major Grant Funder: Humanities Iowa Geographic Scope: Iowa Status: NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE - Humanities Iowa is not currently offering Major Grants Overview A major grant is for organizations seeking…

WISCONSIN HUMANITIES COUNCIL INC · December 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Major Grants Overview: Wisconsin Humanities offers Major Grants to support larger cultural and educational programs around the state. Geographic Scope: Wisconsin statewide, with seven grant deadlines…

More than $25,000
HORSESHOE FOUNDATION OF FLOYD COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Major Grants Funder: Caesars Foundation of Floyd County Inc Geographic Scope: Floyd County, Indiana Background: As Foundation assets grow, the Board of Directors has occasionally awarded funds for…

NEW MEXICO HUMANITIES COUNCIL · October 1, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Major Grants Program Geographic Scope: New Mexico Eligible Applicants: - Nonprofit organizations - Tribal governments - Governmental institutions - Must have a Unique Entity Identification (UEI)…

THE PELHAM EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Major Grants Program Geographic Scope: Pelham, NY Eligibility: Teachers and administrative staff in Pelham schools Purpose: Fund major educational projects identified by the Foundation each year with…

Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Major Richard L. Ridder Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Central Indiana Community Foundation Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Major Richard L. Ridder Memorial Scholarship,…

Varies by year; 2025: $1.47 million across 64 grants
BALLENISLES CHARITIES FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Make a Difference Financial Grant Awards Organization: BallenIsles Charities Foundation Inc. Mission: "Helping to Make a Difference" in the community through financial and in-kind support Geographic…

SALINA AREA UNITED WAY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Make A Difference Grants Funder: Salina Area United Way Inc (KS, US) Geographic Scope: Salina Area, Kansas Focus Areas: Salina Area United Way prioritizes three strategic goals: - Education: Raise…

Up to US $10,000
Boyett Petroleum · Rolling / Open Foundation

Make Dreams Real Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Boyett Petroleum Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 28, 2026 Summary Overview About Make Dreams Real Boyett Petroleum recognizes the need in…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Make Your Mark Scholarship Fund Geographic Scope: 11 northeast Connecticut towns Eligibility: Female and non-binary/third gender residents of participating northeast Connecticut towns Overview:…

Mapleton Education Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Make-A-Difference Fund (Student Opportunity Fund) Program Type: Support for student participation in competitive opportunities Overview: The Student Opportunity Fund (Make-A-Difference Fund) helps…

THE CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Malcolm Baldrige School of Business Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Connecticut Community Foundation Last Updated: December 12, 2025 Summary The Malcolm Baldrige School of Business…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Malcolm F. and Harriet B. Brown Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Malcolm F. and Harriet B. Brown…

THE MALCOLM JENKINS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Malcolm Jenkins Scholars Program Funder: The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation (TMJF) Status: Active since 2012 Geographic Scope: New Orleans, Louisiana (through College Track partnership) Program Name:…

THE MALCOLM JENKINS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Malcolm Jenkins Visionary Impact Scholarship (MJVIS) Funder: The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation (TMJF) Status: Active - inaugural recipients announced Geographic Scope: The Ohio State University (OSU),…

MALO MOTIVATING ACTION LEADERSHIP · June 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

MALO Scholarship Award Amount: $1,000 Status: Active annual scholarship program (first awarded in 2022) Geographic Scope: Inland Empire, California Focus Areas: Support for graduating high school…

THE MALONE FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Malone Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Malone Family Foundation Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Summary The Malone Family Foundation aims to enhance community welfare by improving…

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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