Grants for Education

Last updated June 29, 2026

There are currently 15,363 active grants for education in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.

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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What grants for education are open right now?

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR THE FOX VALLEY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Melvin Arthur Peters Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Last Updated: December 16, 2025 Summary The Melvin Arthur Peters Memorial…

$2,500 per scholarship (10 scholarships awarded - 2 per division)
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY DEPT OF MINNES · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Member Loyalty Scholarship Funder: American Legion Auxiliary Department of Minnesota Award Amount: $2,500 each; 10 scholarships awarded (2 scholarships per division) Geographic Scope: Five divisions…

MEMBERS 1ST CHARITABLE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Members 1st Charitable Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Members 1 St Charitable Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Members 1st Charitable Foundation…

$10,000 total ($2,500 per recipient)
CREDIT UNIONS CHARTERED IN THE STATE OF · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Members First Scholarships Status: Application period has ended; applications currently being reviewed as of 2026-04-03 Geographic Scope: Michigan Background: Founded as a teachers' credit union,…

PINEBELT FOUNDATION · August 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Members Helping Members Funder: Pinebelt Foundation (Southern Pine Electric Coop) Geographic Scope: 11-county service area including Copiah, Covington, Forrest, Jasper, Jefferson Davis, Lawrence,…

HAMILTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Memorial Community Health, Inc. Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hamilton Community Foundation (Aurora, NE) Last Updated: December 30, 2025 Summary The Memorial Community Health, Inc.…

MEMORIAL FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN · Rolling / Open Foundation

Memorial Foundation for Children Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Memorial Foundation for Children Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Memorial Foundation for Children Grant Program aims…

MEMORIAL FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Memorial Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Memorial Foundation Last Updated: February 04, 2026 Summary The Memorial Foundation, established in 1994, aims to enhance community quality of life by…

Jordan Education Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Memorial Scholarships Overview: Memorial Scholarships are established in honor of loved ones who have passed away. These scholarships are funded by private individuals or groups and managed by Jordan…

MAIN STREET COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Men & Boys' Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Main Street Community Foundation Last Updated: August 19, 2025 Summary The Men & Boys' Fund Grant, established in 2016, aims to enhance the lives of men…

Up to US $100,000
​Men Giving Back South Palm Beach County · Rolling / Open Foundation

Men Giving Back SPBC Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: ​Men Giving Back South Palm Beach County Amount: Up to US $100,000 Last Updated: February 25, 2026 Summary Men Giving Back SPBC Grants aims to…

Menasha Corporation Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Menasha Corporation Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Menasha Corporation Foundation Last Updated: March 17, 2026 Summary The Menasha Corporation Foundation, established in 1953, supports…

MENINAK CHARITY FOUNDATION TRU · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Meninak Leadership Grants Geographic Scope: Northeast Florida (area high school seniors) Focus Areas: College scholarships for high school students Eligibility: - Area high school seniors -…

$600 - $2,500 per award; over $150,000 distributed annually across ~200 students
MENSA EDUCATION AND RESEARCH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mensa Foundation Scholarship Program Status: Active, ongoing since 1973 Geographic Scope: United States and international (awards given to both Mensa members and non-members) Focus Areas:…

CHERRY CREEK SCHOOLS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Mental Health Relief Fund Funder: Cherry Creek Schools Foundation (CCSF) Geographic Scope: Cherry Creek School District (CCSD) and local communities, Colorado Purpose: Provides critical support for…

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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