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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SANTA FE PREPARATORY SCHOOL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Malone Family Scholars Program Overview: A $2 million endowment from the Malone Family Foundation to expand Santa Fe Prep's tuition assistance program for gifted and talented students. Earnings from…

Fund For Education Abroad · Rolling / Open Foundation

Malú Alvarez Global Access Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fund For Education Abroad Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 28, 2025 Summary The Malú Alvarez Global Access…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Malvina Bojda Oberman Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Of Mahoning Valley Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary Overview About Us Leadership.…

Manasota Branch of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Manasota ASALH Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Manasota Branch of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The…

POUDRE SCHOOL DISTRICT FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mandy Quimby Memorial Scholarship Program Type: Annual student scholarship Overview: The Mandy Quimby Memorial Scholarship was established in 2023 to honor the memory and life of Mandy Quimby. This…

GRAND HAVEN AREA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mandy's Promise Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 22, 2026 Summary The Mandy's Promise Scholarship, created by Robert and Patricia…

Beatrice Educational Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Manes, Max, Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Beatrice Educational Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: February 12, 2026 Summary The Manes, Max Scholarship offers a $1,000 award to a…

LOWER MANHATTAN CULTURAL COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Manhattan Arts Grants: Creative Learning Status: ACTIVE Funder: Lower Manhattan Cultural Council Amount: US $4,000 - US $8,000 Last Updated: July 23, 2025 Summary The Manhattan Arts Grants: Creative…

MANNING FAMILY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Manning Family Local Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Manning Family Foundation Last Updated: April 04, 2026 Summary The Manning Family Foundation offers rolling grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofits in…

CUMBERLAND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Manning Family Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc. Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary Overview Cumberland Community Foundation ("CCF") manages more than…

Empresas Fonalledas · Rolling / Open Foundation

Mano Amiga Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Empresas Fonalledas Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The Mano Amiga Program, initiated by the Plaza Las Américas Foundation and the Plaza Del…

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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