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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COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Margaret L. and Paige D. Myers Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: Up to US $16,000 Last Updated: February 13, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about the…

HAMILTON COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Margaret Martin Roth Endowed Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hamilton County Community Foundation Inc Last Updated: November 12, 2025 Summary The Margaret Martin Roth Endowed Scholarship,…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF EASTERN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Margaret Mary Curtin Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Last Updated: February 11, 2026 Summary The Margaret Mary Curtin Scholarship, established by…

WILLIAMS M M & R P FDN TA · Rolling / Open Foundation

Margaret McCartney & R. Parks Williams Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Margaret McCartney & R. Parks Williams Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $25,000 Last Updated: May 21, 2025 Summary The…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Margaret Spruce Floyd Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Community Foundation Of The Dan River Region Last Updated: January 08, 2026 Summary Overview Note: Applicants must be full-time…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ABILENE · Rolling / Open Foundation

Margaret Wheeler Kennedy Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Abilene Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: November 11, 2025 Summary The Margaret Wheeler Kennedy…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MENDOCINO COUNTY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Marge Pardini Philanthropy Scholarship Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Mendocino County Inc. Last Updated: January 20, 2026 Summary Overview Community Foundation of…

RYE EDUCATION FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Marguerite Kelly Scholarship Overview: Established in 1995 with the establishment of the Rye Education Foundation, this scholarship honors middle school teacher Marguerite Kelly. Background:…

First Presbyterian Church of Dallas Foundation · Closed · Annual Foundation

Marguerite Mizell Scholarship Overview: This scholarship was created by the Mizell Sunday School Class of FPC Dallas in memory of Marguerite Mizell, a missionary and beloved member of FPC Dallas. The…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS OF THE HUDSON · Rolling / Open Foundation

Maria E. McCarthy Ringwood Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Amount: US $500 Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary Easily learn more about…

FLORIDA KIWANIS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Maria Mychaniuk Kiwanis Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: FLORIDA KIWANIS FOUNDATION INC Amount: US $4,000 Last Updated: March 27, 2026 Summary Overview Florida Kiwanis Foundation The Florida…

Mary's Center for Maternal and Child Care Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Maria S. Gomez Scholarship for Nursing Overview: A scholarship program created by Mary's Center to honor founder and former President and CEO Maria S. Gomez by supporting nursing education and…

The Tamarack Tower Foundation of the Port Chester-Rye UFSD Inc · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Maria Scinto Scholarship Funder: Tamarack Tower Foundation of the Port Chester-Rye UFSD Inc Geographic Scope: Port Chester-Rye area, New York, United States Status: Active (historical recipients…

COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Marian and Wayne Sinsel Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: US $1,000 Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Marian and Wayne Sinsel Scholarship, established…

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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